The Q1 2026 Rhode Island Housing Paradox: Low Sales, Record Prices

Description: Why are Rhode Island home sales hitting a 15-year low while prices simultaneously smash records? Welcome to the ultimate breakdown of the Ocean State’s single-family housing market for the first quarter of 2026.

In this episode, we untangle the massive paradox defining the current market. We dive deep into the official Q1 2026 data—including the skyrocketing median sales price of $514,250, the 9% drop in sales volume, and the historic inventory crunch that is keeping the market on life support.

Whether you are a frustrated buyer trying to navigate 2 months of housing supply, a hesitant seller trapped by the "lock-in effect" of a 3% mortgage rate, or a local real estate professional trying to advise your clients, this episode is your  ...