Market Reports

The research we read first.

Compass's research team produces some of the most rigorous real estate analysis in the country. These are the reports we send clients when we want them to see what we're seeing — national outlook, ultra-luxury transaction data, and neighborhood context.

Current reports & publications

Every report below links to the version published by Compass. Updated as new editions are released.

National Outlook Published December 2025

2026 Real Estate Market Outlook

Compass Intelligence

Compass Chief Economist Mike Simonsen's forward-looking view of the U.S. housing market. Forecasts improved affordability, a return to mobility, and modest price growth — a market finally recalibrating after four years of post-pandemic extremes.

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Luxury & Ultra-Luxury Published January 2026

2025 Ultra-Luxury Report

Compass Luxury

A national snapshot of $10 million-plus home sales across 84 U.S. markets. 2,261 transactions totaling $38.63 billion in 2025 — with Manhattan, Greater Los Angeles, and South Florida leading the nation.

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Luxury & Ultra-Luxury Released January 29, 2026

2025 Ultra-Luxury Report — Key Findings

Compass

Headline figures and regional takeaways from the ultra-luxury report: transactions in the top ten markets up 31.66% year-over-year, Manhattan completing nearly 30% more $10M+ deals than in 2024, and renewed confidence signaled by returns in Greater Los Angeles, Silicon Valley, and San Francisco.

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Luxury & Ultra-Luxury Released January 23, 2025

2024 Ultra-Luxury Report — Manhattan Leads the Nation

Compass

Prior-year context for the ultra-luxury segment. 1,744 $10M+ homes sold nationally for $31.39 billion, with Manhattan the top destination for the third consecutive year — 307 transactions, $7.55 billion in volume.

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Luxury & Ultra-Luxury Current Issue

Curated Magazine — Fall / Winter 2025

Compass Luxury

Compass's flagship luxury publication showcasing the most distinguished listings from coast to coast. Distributed to 25 private airports and a curated list of ultra-high-net-worth readers.

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New York City Continuously updated

NYC Neighborhood Guides

Compass

A deep-reference library covering every significant Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens neighborhood — context on culture, architecture, and market character for buyers deciding where in New York to land.

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