Overview
- Realtor.com data for the first half of 2026 shows foreclosure listings drew more than 26% more page views than the typical home, signaling rising buyer interest.
- The median foreclosed home sold about 27% below its estimated value, offering sizable price gaps for prepared buyers and investors.
- Foreclosures remain a small share of the market but rose to 1.3% of active listings as of April, the highest level since April 2020.
- Supply is concentrated in lower-cost metros, with Lake Charles, Louisiana at 10.2% and several other affordable markets showing much higher shares than the national average.
- Many foreclosure and REO listings move more slowly and show weaker marketing: they sit about 11 days longer, have roughly 30% fewer photos, and feature descriptions about one-third shorter, and they are often sold as-is so buyers must plan for inspections and repairs.