# Rent Trends 2026: Growth, Costs, and Market Dynamics

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Podcast: [Real Estate News: Real Estate Investing Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/real-estate-news-real-estate-investing-podcast-217472)
Published: 2026-04-25T11:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://realwealth.com/real-estate-news-for-investors-podcast/
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## Resource

Kathy Fettke breaks down the latest 2026 rent trends using new data from Apartments.com and CoStar Group . National rent growth has slowed, but select states and affordable markets are still showing strength. Learn where rents are rising, where costs remain low, and what today's shifting rental market means for real estate investors and landlords looking for cash flow and long-term opportunity. 📈 Want to learn more about turn-key rental properties? Visit www.Realwealth.com/Deals to learn more. Source: https://www.apartments.com/rent-market-trends/us/

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