housing stock

noun

: the total number of houses and apartments in an area

There was a decrease in available housing stock last year.

Examples of housing stock in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This debate, continuing for months now, hinges on how best to meet the state’s demands that each city have at least 10 percent of its housing stock meet the criteria for affordable. — Jesse Wright, Chicago Tribune, 6 Nov. 2026

Her primary campaign was lifted by a strong ground game, with a message focused on expanding transit options in the county as well as increasing the housing stock. — Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Nov. 2026

The city expanded its housing stock by roughly 30% between 2015 and 2024, according to Pew. — Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 2 Nov. 2026

The need for growth ensures a diverse business and housing stock providing a great place to live, work, play and get an education. — Susan Starkey, Sun Sentinel, 13 Oct. 2026

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