June 26, 2025

Rent Rises Ease as More Renters Buy, But Renewals See Bigger Hikes

Rent Rises Ease as More Renters Buy, But Renewals See Bigger Hikes

Hamptons research reveals that rent growth is slowing, driven by falling mortgage rates making homeownership more accessible. However, rent increases on renewals now outpace those on new lets, as landlords adjust existing tenancies to reflect current market rates — particularly with rental reforms on the horizon.