Renters see $2,300 in savings as rent growth cools to 2020 levels

A new housing report reveals that renters in the U.S. are seeing significant financial relief as the national median rent continues a significant downward trend.

Where your state ranks on housing costs — The most and least expensive revealed

A new WalletHub analysis finds that housing costs in the U.S. have risen sharply in recent years, outpacing inflation and putting increasing financial pressure on households.

US home sales hit 9-month low as rising mortgages, Iran conflict weigh on buyers

U.S. existing home sales fell 3.6% in March to a nine-month low of 3.98 million units, pressured by tight inventory, higher mortgage rates, and labor market concerns.

'Missing middle': Virginia Supreme Court hears opening arguments on housing issues
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On Wednesday, the Virginia Supreme Court heard opening arguments about one of the hottest housing issues in the region. Arlington's 'missing middle' policy has divided the community for years now. FOX 5's Homa Bash explains. 

'Missing middle': Virginia Supreme Court hears opening arguments on housing issues
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On Wednesday, the Virginia Supreme Court heard opening arguments about one of the hottest housing issues in the region. Arlington's 'missing middle' policy has divided the community for years now. FOX 5's Homa Bash explains. 

Homebuyers are back despite rising rates — What to know

Homebuying rebounded in March as strong demand fueled a spring surge, despite rising mortgage rates, according to Zillow.

Here’s where rents are falling the most as US prices hit a four-year low

U.S. renters are seeing modest relief as asking rents continue to decline, with February marking the 30th straight month of year-over-year drops.

Zillow: US rent growth slows as affordability improves

U.S. rent growth continued to cool in January, slowing to its weakest pace in more than four years as supply increases and vacancies remain elevated, according to Zillow.

DC Attorney General files lawsuit to dismantle alleged real estate fraud scheme
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The D.C. Attorney General has filed a civil lawsuit aimed at shutting down what officials describe as a sprawling real‑estate fraud scheme that exploits tenants, lenders and District agencies while worsening the city’s affordable‑housing crisis.

Spanberger calls for affordability reform, stresses bipartisanship in first address

Newly-inaugurated Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger delivered her first State of the Commonwealth address to the General Assembly on Jan. 19, which she used to focus on affordability and bipartisan leadership.

Bilt expands rewards program with new cards for renters, homeowners: What to know

Bilt on Tuesday unveiled Bilt Card 2.0, a revamped lineup of three credit cards that, for the first time, allows homeowners to earn rewards on mortgage payments.

Maryland’s $1B budget gap tied to housing shortage, new state data shows

Maryland is facing a budget shortfall of more than $1 billion, and new state data shows a growing housing crisis is a major factor behind it.

Housing market expected to stabilize for buyers and sellers in 2026
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The forecast for the Northern Virginia Real Estate Market is looking up — buyers will have more choices and sellers’ steady prices. FOX 5's Tisha Lewis has the details. 

Tiny homes could be coming to Anne Arundel under new housing legislation

The "tiny homes" craze may soon be coming to Anne Arundel County. New legislation is being introduced to help combat the growing affordable housing crisis.

Silver Spring apartment unit condemned for rat outbreak

Montgomery County's Department of Housing and Community Affairs (DHCA) deemed a unit at Arrive Silver Spring unsafe for occupancy after the tenant shared clips of rats running around her apartment that gained popularity on social media.