As a licensed broker serving Georgia and Alabama, I often see buyers and sellers surprised by the story behind national home price headlines. In Q2 2026, the median price for a new single-family home in the US was $410,700, while existing homes came in higher at $435,700—a $25,000 gap that marked a record quarterly separation. This flips the script from just two years ago, when new builds usually commanded higher prices. What’s behind the numbers? Many homeowners are holding onto their low pandemic-era mortgage rates, so fewer existing homes hit the market. Meanwhile, builders are meeting buyers where they are—offering smaller lots, more compact homes, and a variety of incentives. Of course, these national figures don’t capture the full picture for every area. Factors like regional demand, home styles, lot sizes, and construction costs all shape what buyers and sellers experience in their own neighborhoods. By mid-2026, new-home prices dipped about 1% year-over-year, while existing-home price growth cooled to 2%—ending a three-year stretch of steady increases. Guiding clients through these trends is part of my commitment to service: making sure you’re informed, prepared, and empowered at every step.
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