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INDUSTRY RESEARCH

This data was pulled from clients using Rentec Direct’s property management software platform. It is intended to show trends only and may not be a perfectly representative sample of the industry as a whole.

Reports

State of Rent 2026 report

The State of Rent 2026: What Renters Are Actually Paying

October 2026

The 2026 State of Rent report analyzes real rent payment data from Rentec Direct's platform to show what U.S. renters are actually paying. Average rent paid nears $1,400 as rent growth cools, with major shifts emerging at the state level.

Housing Affordability Trends

The State of Rent: Housing Affordability Trends Across the U.S.

April 2025

The State of Rent report is a comprehensive analysis of rental trends across the United States, providing valuable insights into housing affordability, rental prices, and market dynamics. This report is based on data collected from Rentec Direct's property management software platform, which serves thousands of landlords and property managers nationwide.

Rent Payment Trends

Rent Payment Trends: The Digital Shift in Rent Payments

December 8, 2025

Current rent payment trends show a steady rise in digital rent payments among U.S. renters. This Rentec Direct rental industry report analyzes rent payment data from 2014 through 2025 to uncover key insights shaping today’s rental market.