New data reveals a significant rise in monthly evictions in New York City, reaching levels not seen since 2018. This alarming trend underscores the worsening housing crisis in the city, where the number of evictions has swelled due to a combination of pandemic-related economic challenges and the expiration of eviction moratoriums. Experts attribute this increase to a growing backlog of cases in housing courts, as well as renters struggling with mounting debts and stagnant wages. The city’s eviction landscape is further complicated by the lack of affordable housing, pushing many residents out due to financial strain. Tenants’ rights organizations are calling for immediate action to address these surging evictions, emphasizing the need for more extensive legal assistance and housing support programs. As New York City’s eviction rates climb, there is an urgent demand for policy interventions to stabilize the housing market and provide relief for vulnerable residents.
GothamistNew data shows 1 in 4 California Homes in Major Cities Sell Within a Week
May 8, 2026
Recent data reveals a striking trend in California’s real estate market: one in four homes for sale in major cities like Los Angeles and San