Jay Parsons: Austin apartment rents down 3.9 percent in June as supply slows

Jay Parsons: Austin apartment rents down 3.9 percent in June as supply slows
Austin rent declines slow with supply drop

Jay Parsons reports that Austin has demonstrated what happens when substantial apartment supply is added, leading to falling rents. However, Parsons notes that new supply is now dropping sharply, and rents are beginning to shift direction.

He points out that while rents in Austin were still down 3.9 percent as of June, the decline was less steep than the earlier 7.5 percent drop.

Parsons has previously reported on significant market shifts in the apartment sector. He noted that Brin sold his stake in New York City rent stabilized apartments for six cents on the dollar, marking a major loss. In an earlier piece, Parsons highlighted that private equity has greatly expanded the U.S. housing stock, with millions fewer homes likely without its involvement.

This material may contain third-party opinions, none of the data and information on this webpage constitutes investment advice according to our Disclaimer. While we adhere to strict Editorial Integrity, this post may contain references to products from our partners.
Weekly Top Bonuses
up to $2,500
deposit bonus for all clients
CLAIM BONUS
Your capital is at risk.