A more stable market creates new opportunities

The housing market is showing signs of increased stability during the spring of 2026. But what does this development mean for you if you are planning to sell your home or buy a new one? Daniel Karlsson, Head of Sales at Notar and a qualified real estate agent, shares his view on the current market situation.

A more stable housing market during the spring of 2026

The housing market is now showing clear signs of moving towards a more stable position. Prices for apartments have increased slightly recently, while house prices have remained largely unchanged.

How are housing prices developing right now?

The development is primarily driven by metropolitan areas, where central locations often lead the upturn. This is a pattern usually seen early when the market is entering a more positive phase.

What do interest rates mean for the housing market?

An important factor behind the increased stability is that inflation has been lower than expected. This reduces uncertainty regarding interest rates and creates better conditions for both buyers and sellers to plan their property transactions.

The housing market 2026 - what happens next?

Looking ahead, there are positive expectations. A more stable interest rate environment and gradually strengthened buyer confidence suggest a more active market during the year, even though the development will likely be gradual rather than rapid.

How this affects you if you want to sell a home

If you are thinking of selling, it can be a good time to act as demand slowly strengthens, especially if the home has an attractive location or unique qualities.

What does the market situation mean for you if you want to buy a home?

At the same time, for buyers, the market offers good opportunities to make well-thought-out decisions at a calmer pace, without the same time pressure as in more intensive periods. Overall, we see a market in better balance, where the conditions for secure and well-founded property transactions continue to improve.