This is one of the best articles I've read that supports ownership vs. renting. The prices are improving in our market primarily due to a limited supply. This is especially reflective of specific neighborhoods. Condo prices are still depressed but improving though at a slower rate than single family homes. Financing limitations has more to do with that fact. Read and Enjoy!
https://news.fidelity.com/news/news.jhtml?cat=Economy.US&articleid=201501011204MRKTWTCHNEWS_SVC000055&IMG=N