The inventory of new homes for sale surged year over year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.    

Real estate economist Matthew Gardner joins Agent Publishing Co-Publisher Anne Hartnett to unpack the biggest housing trends from the second quarter, plus the potential impact of a new Fed chair and the future of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

Three-bedroom single-family rents grew 12.5% year over year during the first half of 2025, averaging $4,500.

At the same time, the pace of existing-home sales declined from May’s level. 

The 3-story building currently serves as a law office, but it’s also a stop on Boston’s Freedom Trail.

Located at 149 Main Street, the project would create a three-story building featuring four commercial spaces and 24 residential units.

The Bay State ranked best in the nation for both math test scores and reading test scores. Building on these educational foundations, the Massachusetts school system also set students up for success in higher education.

Nationally, home sales rose 5.7% year over year and 1.3% month over month, RE/MAX said. 

New single-family home construction declined as builders continue to grapple with macroeconomic headwinds. 

Although legal action has been delayed, communities that missed the July 14 deadline lost eligibility for certain state grant funding opportunities.

Phase three will create 30 homes for first-time middle-income homebuyers in Hyde Park, Roslindale, Dorchester and Roxbury.

Data shows that the median price for single family homes hit $1,003,250 after hovering near the $1 million point since April.

Broadleaf offers residents access to tennis courts, a fitness center, championship public golf courses and walking trails.

“Following the tragic floods in Texas, we at the National Association of REALTORS® and the Realtors Relief Foundation are heartbroken at the lives lost and the communities devastated,” said RRF President Greg Hrabcak.

Purchase applications slowed to their lowest level since May as economic worries dampened activity, the Mortgage Bankers Association said. 

Vesa features 140 one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, plus amenities like an outdoor pool, dog park, fitness center and lounge.