At the start of 2026, year-over-year changes in median sale prices across major U.S. metro areas continued to vary by market, with several regions recording notable annual increases in January 2026.Pittsburgh, PA recorded the highest year-over-year increase among the top metros in January, with prices rising 10.0% and the median sale price reaching $220K. St. Louis, MO followed with a 6.4% annual increase, bringing its median home price to $265K.Philadelphia, PA also recorded a 5.1% year-over-year increase, with median sale prices reaching $430K. San Diego, CA posted a 5.0% annual rise, with median home prices at $1,050K, reflecting continued strength in higher-priced coastal markets.New York, NY completed the top five with a 4.7% year-over-year increase, maintaining a median sale price of $700K, highlighting ongoing price resilience in one of the nation’s largest housing markets.