US housing contract signings rose 4.5% year-over-year in April 2026, the strongest gain in three years, driven by sellers pricing homes realistically. New listings increased 1.4%, with 34 of the top 50 metros showing higher contract signings. Midwest markets led growth, while some Southern markets saw rising demand despite fewer listings due to price corrections. National median list prices fell 2.4%, with fewer price cuts, indicating better seller pricing strategies.