Realtors Predict These 9 Housing Markets Will See Price Hikes in 2026

The housing market has felt like a rollercoaster in recent years, with home values surging dramatically only to cool off just as fast. And while conditions may seem soft in many parts of the country, not every market is slowing down. Some areas are gearing up for significant price increases, according to real estate agents watching the trends closely.

Whether you already own a home or you’re looking to buy, timing and location could help you keep more cash in your wallet no matter what the broader market does. Here are nine housing markets where agents expect prices to climb in the year ahead.

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1. New York City, New York

In the city that never sleeps, housing prices have gone up and down over the years. But it looks like home prices are poised to soar even more, according to Suzanne Weinstein, a real estate broker at Coldwell Banker Warburg…

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