The dream of finding an affordable home can feel increasingly out of reach for many prospective buyers, especially those in the middle-income bracket.
While the housing market might appear robust on the surface, a closer look reveals a significant disconnect between available homes and what many can truly afford.
This growing challenge is highlighted in the May 2026 Housing Mismatch Report, a collaborative analysis from Realtor.com® and the National Association of Realtors®. The report reveals that middle-income households continue to face the largest supply gap, with buyers earning around $75,000 able to afford homes priced up to about $261,140…