Matrix Reports
Rents Rise Despite Surging Deliveries in Denver
Growth has cooled since the metro was among the nation’s leaders in appreciation, but rents are now increasing at a more sustainable pace.
Demographic Shifts Pick Up Speed in Orange County
Employment gains, a moderate supply of new development and a high barrier to homeownership have bolstered strong multifamily demand, pushing up rents and keeping occupancy over 96 percent.
Oil Prices, Supply Still Influence Market in Houston
The city’s apartment market continues to struggle as oil prices remain below $50 a barrel with little prospect that they will rise soon.
Tourism’s Power a Draw in Orlando
The city’s multifamily market is thriving due to healthy tourism, above-trend population gains and a rapidly growing economy.
Rent Growth
Rents were up 2.6% nationwide in July, a 10-basis-point decline from June. Actual rents have increased every month this year, and are up 2.7% year-to-date.
Rising Demand Pushes Rents Higher in Las Vegas
Las Vegas’ recovery features above-average job and population growth. That has produced a modest but steady improvement in housing demand, as the market aims for long-term stability.
Supply Influx Moderates Austin Gains
The Texas capital’s economy is strong and its population is booming, but a high volume of new supply is keeping the lid on rent growth. As of May, rents in the metro were flat compared to a 1.5 percent year-over-year national uptick.
Market Remains Healthy Despite Slight Dip in Rents
July posted a 2.6 percent year-over-year increase, even after a slight decline from June, according to Yardi Matrix. So far this year, rents are up 2.7 percent compared to 2016.
Rents Moderate in the San Francisco Bay
Rates have reached a point where even highly paid workers can’t afford the premium prices, despite the metro’s consistent job expansion, robust resident demand and high home prices.