As 2026 progressed, year-over-year changes in median sale prices across major U.S. metro areas continued to reflect steady but varied growth, with several markets posting moderate annual gains in February 2026.St. Louis, MO led the top metros with a 7.9% year-over-year increase, bringing the median sale price to $260K. Detroit, MI followed with a 6.0% annual rise, with median home prices reaching $270K, indicating continued affordability-driven demand in Midwest markets.San Diego, CA recorded a 4.5% increase, with median prices at $1,050K, maintaining its position among the higher-priced coastal markets. Philadelphia, PA saw a 4.1% year-over-year gain, with median sale prices at $420K. New York, NY rounded out the top five with a 4.0% annual increase, holding a median sale price of $697K, reflecting stable price growth in a major metropolitan housing market.