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Luxury Housing Growth Projected as Inherited Wealth Surges

1/8/2026

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The Sotheby’s outlook forecasts growth in luxury housing in 2026, driven by high-end buyers and second homes.
Inherited wealth totaling $6 trillion in 2025 fuels the shift, as younger buyers seek space and flexibility.
The entry point for luxury homes is $1.3 million, with inventory rising and prices steady in sought-after areas.
Multigenerational living is rising, with 20% of luxury purchases involving extended family arrangements, reshaping design toward privacy.

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The Sotheby’s outlook forecasts growth in luxury housing in 2026, driven by high-end buyers and second homes.
Inherited wealth totaling $6 trillion in 2025 fuels the shift, as younger buyers seek space and flexibility.
The entry point for luxury homes is $1.3 million, with inventory rising and prices steady in sought-after areas.
Multigenerational living is rising, with 20% of luxury purchases involving extended family arrangements, reshaping design toward privacy.