Short Sales Are Increasing but Remain a Small Part of Housing Market
According to a new Realtor.com® report, short sales have grown for three consecutive years and are gaining traction as an alternative to foreclosure. In 2025, there were nearly 30,000 short sales in the U.S., representing about 0.6% of all home transactions but making up 28% of distressed sales.
Topics: foreclosures homeownership market trends short sales