Nine Major Metros Move Toward Buyer Dominance As Housing Inventory Surges

By Snejana Farberov · Realtor.com · 2026-07-21

Nine Major Metros Move Toward Buyer Dominance As Housing Inventory Surges

The U.S. housing market is witnessing a significant shift as nineteen metropolitan areas have transitioned into firm buyer's territory. According to Realtor.com, nine additional cities including Houston, San Antonio, and Syracuse are expected to follow suit by the end of summer.

The U.S. housing market is witnessing a significant shift as nineteen metropolitan areas have transitioned into firm buyer's territory. According to Realtor.com, nine additional cities including Houston, San Antonio, and Syracuse are expected to follow suit by the end of summer.