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Washington D.C. 2026 U.S. Real Estate Market Outlook
January 14, 2026 4 Minute Read
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Executive Summary
While U.S. macroeconomic conditions remain challenging in 2026, Washington, D.C.’s regional economy is expected to regain stability following uncertainty related to the federal government contraction launched in 2025. Lease terminations appear to have subsided, and workforce cutbacks are expected to largely end in the first quarter of the year. The private sector will also see some niche pockets of growth. Download the report to discover key trends, insights and forecasts for investors and tenants.
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