After Analyzing the Largest Rental Markets—Here’s Where Prices Could Fall

In this episode, we dive deep into the forces shaping the rental market in 2025. With vacancy rates on the rise and rental concessions becoming more common, we explore which cities are seeing effective rents drop and why. Using insights from CoStar’s rental data, we highlight 30 markets, like Fort Myers, Austin, and Raleigh, where rental prices are cooling off after the pandemic boom. But there’s more to the story—new construction is flooding certain markets, adding downward pressure on rents in the short term. Yet, over the long haul, data suggests that more supply could signal future growth. We analyze the complex relationship between new construction and rent trends, examining both short-term declines and long-term investment opportunities. For investors eyeing rental markets, this episode is packed with actionable insights on navigating today’s shifting landscape. Don’t miss it! Keep reading the article here: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/rental-markets-where-prices-could-start-falling Subscribe to the BiggerPockets Channel for the best real estate investing education online! Become a member of the BiggerPockets community of real estate investors - https://www.biggerpockets.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices