The Rhode Island real estate market in spring 2026 is defined by low inventory, rising prices, slowing sales, and economic uncertainty. Here is what buyers and sellers need to know now.

As we enter 2026, the real estate “sleeping giant” is waking up—discover why waiting for interest rates to drop might actually cost you in the long run.

As 2025 comes to a close, Katy Donovan reflects on a year of market inconsistency, steady home values, tight inventory, and what lies ahead for Rhode Island buyers and sellers in 2026.

Rhode Island’s market saw a sharp spike in September home sales followed by a dramatic drop tied to the state’s new conveyance tax. With rising prices, limited inventory, and ongoing affordability concerns, buyers and sellers face a complex landscape heading into winter. Here’s what the latest data reveals.

As we move through the fall season, Rhode Island’s real estate market is beginning to stabilize. Inventory continues to grow while prices rise more slowly, and steady mortgage rates are creating new opportunities for both buyers and sellers this fall.