Airbnb invests $6.4 million in Austin affordable housing project

Airbnb announced a $6.4 million investment in an Austin housing development that is intended to help fund 201 affordable housing units as part of the company's new national housing initiative.

Some Circle C residents concerned about traffic impacts of proposed apartments

Austin City Council has approved two items related to a development in Circle C, near Kiker Elementary. Some residents are concerned about the traffic impacts.

Home prices fall in most major US cities as housing market cools: See where

Home prices fell year over year in most major U.S. metro areas in August as high mortgage rates continued to challenge affordability and the housing market cooled.

Last house on Rainey Street: Family trying to decide what to do after owner's death

One little house still stands amid the high-rises and bars of Austin’s Rainey Street District. Now, following the owner's death, his family must decide what comes next.

Future of last house on Rainey Street unclear
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One little house still stands amid the high-rises and bars of Austin's Rainey Street district. The owner fought for decades to keep his home. Now, following his death, his family will decide what comes next. FOX 7 Austin's Meredith Aldis has more.

Texas renters: Check if you qualify for share of RealPage settlement

Renters who lived at properties using RealPage software from 2018 through 2025 may qualify for a share of a proposed $360 million settlement.

Ranked: The best US cities for home buyers in 2026, according to data

A new WalletHub analysis ranks the best U.S. cities for home buyers in 2026, comparing 300 cities based on 17 measures of real estate market strength, affordability and economic conditions.

The million-dollar home is becoming surprisingly normal

A seven-figure price tag is becoming increasingly common as rising home values redefine what counts as luxury across the U.S. housing market.

Cash-strapped HOAs ramp up foreclosures against delinquent homeowners: report

Homeowners associations (HOAs) across the nation are reportedly taking a tougher stance on unpaid dues, pursuing foreclosure against more homeowners as communities grapple with mounting financial pressures.

These American cities are trending toward a buyer's market

Americans in the market for buying a new home are seeing the markets in some parts of the country turn in their favor after years of seller's markets prevailing.

This winter wonderland was one of the hottest housing markets for June: See the list

These metro areas have become the hottest housing markets in the country, drawing intense buyer interest with fast-selling homes and prices that stand out in today's market.

Austin's housing market outlook
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Real estate is still America's most popular long-term investment, according to a new Gallup poll. Alex Vidal, president of Era Real Estate joins Good Day Austin's Dave Froehlich to talk about why homeownership continues to hold its value for so many Americans.

The overlooked obstacle keeping America from building the homes it needs

Behind the scenes, homebuilders are grappling with an overlooked challenge that is slowing construction and making it harder to close the nation's housing gap.

Trump cancels signing of housing affordability bill

President Donald Trump said in a social media post Wednesday that he wouldn't sign the bipartisan legislation until the SAVE America Act was passed.

Government regulations add nearly $132K to cost of new home, builders say

Government regulations now add roughly $132,000 to the cost of a typical newly built home, according to a new study from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), as industry leaders warn that mounting costs are worsening the nation's housing affordability challenges.

New data shows where mortgage delinquency is climbing the fastest

A new WalletHub analysis found mortgage delinquencies are rising in several states, highlighting growing financial strain among homeowners.

'We're not done': Abbott calls for property tax overhaul in Report to the People

The annual report looks back at what the governor feels are the major accomplishments of his administration and the state over the past year, while setting priorities for the future. The report is released instead of a traditional State of the State address.