The rental market in Antigua is becoming too expensive for many people. What used to be a fair market has changed. Now, the prices for homes are very high and don’t match what most locals earn. Many are struggling to find a simple, affordable place to live.

One reason for the problem is the lack of rules to control rent prices. Without limits or clear guidelines, landlords can charge whatever they want. This has made the market focus on making money, especially with tourists and foreign workers willing to pay more. As a result, locals face steep rent hikes.

The effects are clear. Young people find it hard to move out and live on their own. Families sometimes have to live in smaller or unsafe homes. It’s a sad reality that many feel they can no longer afford a decent place to call home in their own country.