More Gen Z single women have the balls to become homeowners than single men
Single Gen Z women are becoming homeowners at a higher rate than their male counterparts. According to a report, 35% of Gen Z homebuyers are single women, compared to just 18% who are single men. Despite having lower median incomes, single women are increasingly embracing homeownership, often utilizing savings and government programs to facilitate their purchases.
- ▪Single women made up 35% of Gen Z homebuyers, nearly double the share of single men at 18%.
- ▪Gen Zers accounted for only 4% of all homebuyers during the survey period.
- ▪Single women represent one in four homebuyers across all age groups, while single men comprise 11% of purchases.
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Real Estate More Gen Z single women have the balls to become homeowners than single men By Lauren Elkies Schram Published May 20, 2026, 2:04 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Single Gen Z women are leaving their male counterparts behind in the race to homeownership. All the single ladies made up 35% of Gen Z homebuyers — nearly double the share of single men in that generation, who accounted for just 18%, according to new data from the National Association of Realtors.
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