U.S. housing starts soared in June, though the news comes with an asterisk. The jump may not translate into much immediate relief for homebuyers because builders broke ground on few new single-family homes.
Multifamily construction powers strongest housing-starts gain in months
Rental-focused development fuels rebound
By Paul Owers
CoStar NewsJuly 17, 2026 | 7:24 P.M.
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