spring market 2026

Manhattan Spring Narrows Its Focus

Manhattan Weekly Market Snapshot: Spring in a Chess Phase Manhattan’s spring market feels more like a long chess match than a sprint right now. Buyers are still moving, but only when a home clears a higher bar on value and monthly comfort. Sellers no longer win just by showing up; they win by reading the room and the data. The week’s contract tape and Manhattan–Brooklyn price‑tier chart point to Continue Reading

Manhattan Spring Market: Uneven Pace, Shifting Leverage

Uneven spring, shifting leverage Manhattan’s spring market is active, but it is not firing on all cylinders. Supply is climbing, and contract activity is improving. The pace still trails a “normal” March as rates, war headlines, and widening credit spreads weigh on confidence. Luxury and upper‑middle segments are carrying more of the load, with cash‑rich buyers and Wall Street bonuses keeping Continue Reading