2026 U.S. Multifamily Investment Forecast

Jan 10, 2026

Marcus & Millichap projects net absorption of about 240,000 units against 270,000 completions, lifting vacancy 10 basis points to 4.7%, with units under construction down 53% from the 2023 peak.

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Published: Jan 10, 2026
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