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Gen Z homebuyers are entering the market earlier than millennials
Despite the median age of a first-time homebuyer reaching an all-time high and representing only 21 percent of purchases in 2025, some Gen Z buyers are entering the housing market earlier than millennials. These younger buyers often achieve homeownership by saving early, accepting starter properties that need work, and utilizing available family support.
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