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Texas Cities Surge as Accidental Landlord Hotspots

3/16/2026

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  • Texas cities, including Houston, Austin, and San Antonio, rank among the top five U.S. metros for accidental landlords.
  • Houston has 4.2%, followed by Austin at 4.1% and San Antonio at 3.9%.
  • The trend reflects a buyer-friendly market, with sellers reluctant to lower asking prices.
  • Zillow's Senior Economist Kara Ng says the trend is driven by choice, with the number of accidental landlords likely to rise beyond the November 2022 record.