In Auction.com’s 2026 Buyer Outlook Report, 36 percent of buyers say their local market is overvalued, down from 43%t a year ago and the lowest share since the survey began. At the same time, a record 43% percent expect home prices to decline in 2026, and a record 31% percent expect rents to decline.
Watch the latest Disposition Download for key takeaways, then read the full report for a deeper look at:
- Which buyers and regions are most likely to keep purchases steady or higher in 2026
- What lack of well-priced inventory and buyer competition could mean for acquisition activity
- How improved affordability is colliding with weaker price and rent expectations in 2026
Based on a survey of more than 400 Auction.com buyers, the full report provides insight into buyer demand and disposition strategy in the year ahead.