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flag U.S. down payments averaged $30,400 in Q3 2025, driven by high prices and low inventory, favoring wealthier buyers.

flag Down payments in the U.S. housing market held steady in Q3 2025, averaging $30,400 or 14.4% of home prices, up 118% since 2019. flag High home prices, elevated mortgage rates, and limited inventory continue to limit affordability, favoring higher-income buyers. flag Sales of homes over $750,000 rose nearly 6% year-over-year, while entry-level sales declined. flag Investors and second-home buyers made significantly larger down payments, averaging 26.7% and 26.9%, respectively. flag Regional disparities remain, with the Northeast leading in down payment amounts and shares. flag Despite mortgage rates easing to the low 6% range, experts warn that without increased housing supply, prices and down payment demands could rise again.

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