August 2026 witnessed significant year-over-year growth in new listing activity across several major U.S. metro areas. Atlanta, GA led the tracked markets with a 36.8% increase, reaching 59,698 new listings. Austin, TX followed with 17,046 new listings, representing a 14.7% year-over-year rise. Baltimore, MD recorded 8,898 new listings, up 13.1% compared with the same period last year. Boston, MA also showed steady growth, with 10,081 new listings, a 9.9% annual increase. Charlotte, NC rounded out the top five, reporting 11,402 new listings, reflecting an 8.6% year-over-year increase