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HOA Fees Surge 30% Since Pandemic, Services Cut

4/10/2026

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HOA fees have risen nearly 30% since before the COVID-19 pandemic, complicating homeownership.
In 2025, the median condo fee was $420 per month, while single-family HOA fees were $63.
HOAs are cutting services to manage expenses, reducing maintenance coverage.
Cindy Kielty of St. Charles, Missouri, saw her fees rise from $125 to $350 monthly since 2009.

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Story summary

HOA fees have risen nearly 30% since before the COVID-19 pandemic, complicating homeownership.
In 2025, the median condo fee was $420 per month, while single-family HOA fees were $63.
HOAs are cutting services to manage expenses, reducing maintenance coverage.
Cindy Kielty of St. Charles, Missouri, saw her fees rise from $125 to $350 monthly since 2009.