In 2024, the average size of new apartments in the U.S. has increased to 908 square feet, marking the end of a decade-long trend towards smaller living spaces. This shift is due in part to the growing popularity of hybrid and remote work, leading demand for more spacious accommodations. Significant increases in apartment size have been documented nationwide, especially in coastal and Sunbelt cities. Tallahassee and Gainesville lead with the largest units, while Seattle remains the city with the smallest average apartment size.
In 2024, the average U.S. apartment size grew to 908 square feet, reversing a previous trend of smaller living spaces that dominated the past decade.
The shift in size is primarily attributed to increases in studios and one-bedroom apartments, which account for over half of newly built units.
Tallahassee, Florida, and Gainesville, Florida, now boast the largest apartments in the U.S., signifying a shift toward more spacious living in these areas.
San Francisco saw a notable 59-square-foot increase in average apartment size over the past decade, highlighting significant growth in urban living spaces.
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