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Buying now cheaper than renting in 7 major U.S. cities, Realtor.com says

Falling home prices, rising wages and growing inventory have narrowed the buy-vs.-rent gap in seven major U.S. cities, Realtor.com reports.

Published Aug 18, 2026, 5:00 AM EDT | LehighValleyLive

Buying a home is becoming more affordable than renting in seven major U.S. cities, according to a report released Monday by Realtor.com. According to the report released Monday, falling home prices, rising wages and expanding inventory are making it more affordable to buy in seven major cities in the U.S.