For Landlords

May 6, 2026

Evansville's rental market is affordable and moving | One of the lowest price points of any market Rental Beast tracks and buying still costs significantly more than renting

Evansville's Q1 2026 rental market is one of the most affordable Rental Beast tracks, with 3-bedroom median rents at $1,100 and listings moving in 19 days. The $433 monthly ownership premium makes renting the more affordable choice for most residents, though the gap is narrower than in most larger markets. Property manager sentiment points to stability, with modest optimism about rent growth heading into Q2.

May 6, 2026

Charleston's rental market is renter-friendly heading into spring | Concessions are elevated, rents are stable, and buying still costs significantly more than renting

Charleston's Q1 2026 rental market favors renters, with a 64.0% concession rate, a 28-day median days-on-market, and a $534 monthly ownership premium that keeps most residents from buying the more expensive option. Property manager sentiment points toward stability, but the applicant flow data tells a softer story. Renter clients in Charleston have meaningful leverage right now and should be using it.

May 6, 2026

Oklahoma City's rental market is steady and affordable | Rents holding firm, concessions below the national average, and buying still costs significantly more than renting

Oklahoma City's Q1 2026 rental market is one of the most stable and affordable Rental Beast tracks, with rents essentially flat year-over-year, a concession rate right at the national average, and days on market improving to 24 days. The $631 monthly ownership premium keeps renting the more affordable option for most residents, and property manager sentiment points toward continued stability heading into Q2.

May 6, 2026

Colorado Springs rentals are softening | Rents dipping, concessions near 57%, and buying remains the more expensive option

Colorado Springs enters Q1 2026 with rents down across most property types, concessions at 56.6%, and a rent-vs-buy gap of $1,073 per month that makes renting the clear financial choice for most residents. Days on market improved sharply quarter-over-quarter, which is worth monitoring, but for now renter clients have more leverage in Colorado Springs than in most markets we track.

May 6, 2026

Dallas-Fort Worth's rental market is cooling fast | Rents are flat, concessions are surging, and buying still costs significantly more than renting

Dallas-Fort Worth's Q1 2026 rental market is firmly in renter-favorable territory, with flat rents, one of the highest concession rates in the dataset at 57.9%, and a slower-than-average days-on-market of 29 days. Landlord sentiment is the most divided of any surveyed market. The rent-vs-buy gap remains meaningful at $638/month but has been narrowing steadily. Agents with renter clients in DFW have more leverage right now than in almost any other major market.

May 6, 2026

Boston's rental market stays strong | Rents rising steadily, concessions falling, and buying costs significantly more than renting

Boston's Q1 2026 rental market remains one of the strongest Rental Beast tracks, with rents up across all property types, concessions well below the national average and falling, and property manager sentiment pointing toward continued growth. The rent-vs-buy gap of $1,362 per month keeps buying out of reach for most residents, and there is little indication that dynamic will change materially in the near term.

May 6, 2026

Portland Maine's rental market is tight and getting tighter | Rents rising sharply, days on market improving, and buying still costs significantly more than renting

Portland Maine's Q1 2026 rental market is one of the more dynamic among the smaller markets Rental Beast tracks, with 1-bedroom rents up 9.4% quarter-over-quarter, days on market tightening to 24.5 days, and concessions falling below the national average. The $687 monthly ownership premium keeps renting the more affordable option for most residents, and property manager sentiment through the market points toward stability heading into Q2.

May 6, 2026

Sacramento renters are still moving fast | Concessions are shrinking and competition is picking back up

Sacramento's Q1 2026 rental market is stabilizing after a period of adjustment, with rents broadly flat to slightly positive year-over-year and one of the sharpest concession rate drops among the markets Rental Beast tracks. At 19.6%, fewer than one in five listings is offering an incentive, and days on market are tightening. Property manager sentiment is steady and the $1,308 monthly ownership premium keeps renting the more affordable option for most residents.

May 6, 2026

Phoenix's rental market is renter-friendly and softening | Rents down across most property types and concessions are climbing

Phoenix's Q1 2026 rental market remains firmly renter-favorable, with rents down year-over-year across most property types, concessions at 65.7%, and a $886 monthly ownership premium that makes renting the clear financial choice for most residents. Days on market improved sharply quarter-over-quarter, which is worth monitoring, but for now renter clients in Phoenix have significant leverage and should be using it.

May 6, 2026

Charlotte's rental market is one of the strongest Rental Beast tracks | Rents up across all property types and concessions are rising fast

Charlotte's Q1 2026 rental market is posting some of the strongest year-over-year rent growth among the markets Rental Beast tracks, led by 6.3% gains in both 1- and 2-bedroom units. At the same time, concessions have jumped to 58% and days on market are lengthening, reflecting softer applicant flow that is creating an unusual combination of rising rents and rising incentives. The $645 monthly ownership premium keeps renting the more affordable option for most residents.

May 6, 2026

Atlanta's rental market is gaining momentum | Rents rising across all property types and landlord sentiment is solidly optimistic

Atlanta's Q1 2026 rental market is gaining strength, with rents up across nearly all property types, landlord sentiment at 100% stable, and applicant flow holding steady. Concessions remain elevated at 61.2%, giving renter clients meaningful leverage on move-in costs for now. The rent-vs-buy gap of $705 per month continues to narrow, and the single-family segment is moving faster than multi-family at just 21 days on market.

May 6, 2026

Bozeman's rental market is renter-friendly right now | Concessions are the highest of any market Rental Beast tracks and buying costs nearly $2,000 more per month than renting

Bozeman's Q1 2026 rental market is as renter-friendly as any market Rental Beast tracks, with an 86.6% concession rate, a $1,964 monthly ownership premium, and days on market that give renters room to be selective. Rents are moving modestly upward quarter-over-quarter and property manager sentiment points toward stability. For renter clients in Bozeman, the leverage available right now is unlikely to get better.

May 6, 2026

Honolulu's rental market is as tight as it gets | Rents rising, virtually no concessions, and buying is nearly at parity with renting

Honolulu's Q1 2026 rental market is one of the tightest in the dataset, with rents up across all property types, concessions down to just 1.6%, and days on market at a brisk 16. The rent-vs-buy gap has narrowed to $9 per month, making Honolulu one of the strongest buy-conversation markets for agents right now.

May 6, 2026

Miami's rental market keeps climbing | Rents up across all property types and buying has never been closer to breaking even with renting

Miami's Q1 2026 rental market stands out nationally, with rents rising across all five property types year-over-year, a feat almost no other tracked market achieved this quarter. Days on market tightened to 21 days, concessions remain below the national average, landlord sentiment is the most stable in the dataset, and the rent-vs-buy gap has collapsed to nearly zero. For agents, this is a market where urgency is the message.

May 6, 2026

Jackson's rental market offers real value | One of the most affordable markets Rental Beast tracks with rents rising and buying still costs significantly more

Jackson's Q1 2026 rental market is affordable and gaining momentum, with rents climbing quarter-over-quarter across most property types and a concession rate of 34.4%, which is below the national average. Single-family listings are moving in just 16 days, and the $436 monthly ownership premium is one of the more manageable gaps among the markets Rental Beast tracks. Property manager sentiment points toward stability heading into Q2.

May 6, 2026

Chicago's rental market is shifting fast | 3-bedroom rents surged 10% and the rent-vs-buy gap has nearly closed

Chicago's rental market surged in Q1 2026 — 3-bedroom rents jumped 10.3% year-over-year, days on market fell 22%, and 41.8% of property managers expect further rent increases. The rent-vs-buy gap has nearly closed.

May 5, 2026

‍The State of the Rental Market for Kansas REALTORS®

In Q1 2026, the Kansas rental market is entering a more balanced phase, with statewide vacancy rates of 6–7% and steady rent growth of 2.8–3.3% annually. Kansas City rents average $1,330/month, compared to the national median of $1,370. There are over 4,400 active rental listings across Kansas, led by Jackson County with approximately 1,400 units. Agents who use tools like Rental Beast — available through Kansas REALTORS® membership — can access off-MLS inventory, speed up applications, and convert today's renters into tomorrow's buyers.

April 16, 2026

2026 Rental Market Trends: What Property Managers Need to Know

Rental market data from three major 2026 industry surveys reveals rising operating costs, longer tenant stays, and a growing demand for digital leasing and tenant screening tools. Here is what property managers need to act on now.

April 15, 2026

What Renters Expect This Spring (and How Agents Can Deliver)

March 30, 2026

Fill Your Vacancies Before Spring Demand Passes You By

March 19, 2026

Rental Beast and RentRedi Announce Strategic Partnership to Simplify the Rental Process for Property Managers

March 5, 2026

Manage Your Rentals with Ease: Introducing the New Rental Expert Dashboard

February 13, 2026

Jackson Q4 2025 Market Report

February 13, 2026

Honolulu Q4 2025 Market Report

February 13, 2026

Bozeman Q4 2025 Market Report

February 13, 2026

Atlanta Q4 2025 Market Report

February 13, 2026

Boston Q4 2025 Market Report

February 13, 2026

Chicago Q4 2025 Market Report

February 13, 2026

Charlotte Q4 2025 Market Report

February 13, 2026

Colorado Springs Q4 2025 Market Report

February 13, 2026

Miami Q4 2025 Market Report

February 13, 2026

Phoenix Q4 2025 Market Report

February 13, 2026

Raleigh Q4 2025 Market Report

February 13, 2026

San Diego Q4 2025 Market Report

February 13, 2026

Sacramento Q4 2025 Market Report

February 13, 2026

Portland, ME Q4 2025 Market Report

February 13, 2026

Dallas Q4 2025 Market Report

February 13, 2026

Charleston Q4 2025 Market Report

February 13, 2026

Oklahoma City Q4 2025 Market Report

January 28, 2026

The 2026 Rental Market: What Landlords Should Prepare for Now

January 22, 2026

Beyond the ‘For Sale’ Sign: New Survey Data Reveals Why Rentals Are Your Most Untapped Business Asset

October 31, 2025

Q3 2025 Market Report - Atlanta

October 31, 2025

Q3 2025 Market Report - Boston

October 31, 2025

Q3 2025 Market Report - Chicago

October 31, 2025

Q3 2025 Market Report - Charlotte

October 31, 2025

Q3 2025 Market Report - Colorado Springs

October 31, 2025

Q3 2025 Market Report - Miami

October 31, 2025

Q3 2025 Market Report - Phoenix

October 31, 2025

Q3 2025 Market Report - Raleigh

October 31, 2025

Q3 2025 Market Report - San Diego

October 31, 2025

Q3 2025 Market Report - Sacramento

October 31, 2025

Q3 2025 Market Report - Portland

October 31, 2025

Q3 2025 Market Report - Dallas

October 31, 2025

Q3 2025 Market Report - Charleston

October 31, 2025

Q3 2025 Market Report - Oklahoma City

September 26, 2025

Quick Applications, Big Results: How Apply Now Speeds Up Rental Closings

August 6, 2025

Q2 2025 Rental Market: Key Takeaways and Trends

August 5, 2025

Concession Rates Reach New High in Q2 2025

July 29, 2025

Q2 2025 Market Report - Charleston

July 29, 2025

Q2 2025 Market Report - Portland

July 29, 2025

Q2 2025 Market Report - Sacramento

July 29, 2025

Q2 2025 Market Report - San Diego

July 29, 2025

Q2 2025 Market Report - Raleigh

July 29, 2025

Q2 2025 Market Report - Phoenix

July 29, 2025

Q2 2025 Market Report - Miami

July 29, 2025

Q2 2025 Market Report - Colorado Springs

July 29, 2025

Q2 2025 Market Report - Charlotte

July 29, 2025

Q2 2025 Market Report - Chicago

July 28, 2025

Q2 2025 Market Report - Dallas

May 30, 2025

Maximize Visibility During Peak Rental Season, Renters Are Actively Searching Now

May 27, 2025

Steady as She Goes: What Property Managers Need to Know About Today’s Rental Market

March 31, 2025

Managing Your Rental Property Just Got Easier

March 14, 2025

Secrets to Maximizing Profitability for Your Property Management Business

March 3, 2025

More Listings, More Deals: How Rental Beast Pro Gives You the Edge

February 20, 2025

Why Apply Now is a Must-Have for Real Estate Professionals: Faster Rentals, Happier Clients

February 20, 2025

Q4 2024 Rental Market: Stability, Seasonal Shifts, and What’s Next

November 26, 2024

End-of-Year Checklist for Property Managers: Setting the Stage for Success in 2025

October 21, 2024

How To Manage Difficult Tenants

October 3, 2024

How to Use Rental Beast's Apply Now Quick Apply Link to Generate Leads Efficiently

August 19, 2024

The Rental Beast Q2 2024 Market Report: Key Insights

May 27, 2024

The Rental Beast Q1 2024 Market Report: Key Insights

February 26, 2024

Inaugural Rental Expert Series Report: 2023 Market Report

August 14, 2023

4 Steps to Prepare Your Rental Property for a Showing

July 31, 2023

The Rise of Luxury Apartments During An Affordable Housing Crisis

July 24, 2023

How to Accurately Price Your Rental Property

July 20, 2023

Smart Technology for Landlords and Property Managers

July 19, 2023

Increasing transparency in the rental market

May 11, 2023

How to Use Social Media to Advertise Your Rental Properties

February 21, 2023

Black History Month: Resources & Trainings

February 20, 2023

How to create a POWER LISTING with Rental Beast

February 13, 2023

Black History Month: Books to Learn About Racial Disparities in Real Estate

January 13, 2022

Insider Tips For A Quick Tip Turnaround

December 29, 2021

Found Good Renters? Here's How to Keep Them, Happy

December 26, 2021

Landlord Maintenance Responsibilities

February 10, 2021

7 Reasons Landlords Should Work With A Real Estate Agent

November 25, 2020

Rental Beast Market Report

October 19, 2020

Rental Beast Market Report

September 23, 2020

Rental Beast Market Report

August 17, 2020

Rental Beast Market Report: August 2020

May 29, 2020

RENTAL BEAST: CONTINUED RENTAL ACTIVITY BUT SHIFTING TRENDS DURING PANDEMIC