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California

Median Price for a California Home Passes $900K, a Record

The median home price in California hit a record of over $900,000 in April 2022, making homeownership increasingly unaffordable for many residents. [ more ]

www.housingwire.com

3 weeks ago

Business

Home prices grew in 93% of markets in Q1 2024: NAR

Home prices increased in most U.S. metro areas in Q1 2024, with 93% showing gains and 30% experiencing double-digit increases.

The rising prices are attributed to the insufficient housing supply, not meeting the full demand, despite the highest mortgage rates in two decades. [ more ]

SFGATE

4 weeks ago

Business

Home Prices Soared Higher in February, Despite Increasing Mortgage Rates

Despite increasing mortgage rates, national home prices continue to rise significantly, driven by tight supply and rising buyer demand. [ more ]

www.housingwire.com

Data science

Why are exiting home prices rising when sales are still so low?

Home prices continue to rise despite higher inventory and mortgage rates. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

California

$247K for a house in California? $2.1M? See latest list of cheapest and priciest counties

Home prices in California are on the rise with the median sold price of existing single-family homes increasing by 6% from February. [ more ]

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#market-trends

Portland Monthly

3 days ago

Data science

Portland's Neighborhoods by the Numbers | Real Estate Market 2024

Home prices cooled, fewer homes on the market, and longer selling times in Portland in 2023. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

California

$205,000 for a house in California? See where to find cheapest and most expensive prices

California's median home price hits record high at $904,210 in April 2023. [ more ]

SFGATE

SF real estate

Home Sellers Don't Hold All the Cards This Spring: 15% of Them Have Slashed Prices

Housing supply is increasing with a 23.5% rise in homes for sale compared to last year.

15% of homes in March had slashed their prices, indicating increased seller flexibility. [ more ]

SFGATE

SF real estate

US home-price growth picks up with 'healthy gains' across cities

Home prices in the US grew at the fastest rate since 2022, putting pressure on buyers.

Inventory remains low, keeping prices high despite recent rise in homes listed for sale. [ more ]

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www.mercurynews.com

3 days ago

LA real estate

Single family residence sells for $2.7 million in Los Gatos

The property on Cleland Avenue was sold for $2,700,000, at a rate of $1,563 per square foot, with 3 bedrooms and 1 bath. [ more ]

therealdeal.com

NYC real estate

Cobble Hill Townhouse Tops Brooklyn's Luxury Market

Cobble Hill townhouse at $13 million led Brooklyn's luxury market, reflecting soaring home prices in the neighborhood post-pandemic. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

NYC real estate

Three-bedroom home sells in Piedmont for $2.5 million

A historic property on Ramona Avenue in Piedmont was sold in 2024 for $2,500,000, equating to $1,122 per square foot. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

East Bay (California)

Single-family residence in Saratoga sells for $4.8 million

The 1,734-square-foot house sold for $4,800,000 in Saratoga, equating to $2,768 per square foot.

The area features various properties with different sizes, bedrooms, bathroom counts, and price points, showcasing a diverse real estate market. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

Silicon Valley real estate

Single family residence sells for $1.8 million in San Jose

The 2,077-square-foot house on Coolidge Avenue was sold for $1,820,000 at $876 per square foot.

Recent sales in San Jose include homes on Willow Street, Crescent Drive, and Carolyn Avenue, with varying price per square foot values. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

3 months ago

East Bay (California)

Sale closed in Fremont: $1.7 million for a three-bedroom home

The property on Abaca Way in Fremont was sold for $1,655,000, at a price of $1,205 per square foot.

Other houses in the nearby area have also been sold recently, showing varying price per square foot rates. [ more ]

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#real-estate-market

www.npr.org

US news

The Spring housing market is competitive; how cycling helps your joints

It's a tough market for homebuyers - low inventory and high prices require quick action and best offers.

Former Gov. Nikki Haley plans to vote for Trump in the 2024 election after previously criticizing him.

ADHD diagnoses in children are increasing, with 1 in 9 children aged 3-17 diagnosed in the U.S. [ more ]

therealdeal.com

California

SoCal Home Price Reaches Record $753K as Transactions Fall

Home prices in Southern California hit record high at $753,000; sales dropped 8% year-over-year to 14,176, the second-lowest since 1988. [ more ]

Boston.com

Boston

Zillow: Metro Boston is facing the worst inventory crunch in the US

Prospective home buyers in the Boston area may face a challenging Spring House Hunt due to high housing demand and low inventory. [ more ]

SFGATE

SF real estate

The 'Golden Age of Manchester': The New Hampshire City Consistently Topping the Hottest U.S. Housing Markets

Manchester, NH, has become a highly competitive real estate market due to affordability and lack of state income or sales taxes

Locals and out-of-state buyers are driving competition for homes in Manchester's booming real estate market [ more ]

SFGATE

SF real estate

Looking for a Deal? Check Out the 10 Housing Markets Where Home Prices Are Falling the Most

Home prices fell in certain U.S. markets, providing opportunities for buyers.

Miami experienced an 8.2% decline in median home list prices, leading to more affordable options. [ more ]

SFGATE

SF real estate

Looking for a Fixer-Upper? Here's Where To Find Them-and How Much You'll Pay

Buying a fixer-upper can be a financially savvy route to homeownership in a challenging real estate market.

About one in 20 listings across the country hint at a need for work, repair, or renovation. [ more ]

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New York Post

Boston

This is the next US city where buyers will need $1M to buy an average family home

Home prices in Boston are rapidly approaching $1 million, putting homeownership out of reach for many. [ more ]

#housing-affordability

New York Post

Data science

How home affordability differs among the red, blue and swing states

Home prices and housing affordability are crucial issues in the 2024 presidential election swing states. [ more ]

SFGATE

Left-wing politics

Home Prices Come Into Focus as Key Issue in the 2024 Election

Housing affordability is a key issue in the 2024 election, unlike in typical years. [ more ]

New York Post

Left-wing politics

Home prices come into focus as key swing-state issue in 2024 election

Housing affordability is a crucial issue in the 2024 election, impacting voters' perceptions and candidates' proposals. [ more ]

Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

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Boston

Home Prices Have Risen Twice As Fast As Inflation For 60 Years Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

Home prices in the U.S. have outpaced inflation by over twice since 1963.

Income growth has not kept up with the increase in home prices, leading to a significant rise in the home-price-to-income ratio. [ more ]

therealdeal.com

LA real estate

LA County Property Value to Reach Record $2T

Taxable property value in Los Angeles County could surpass $2 trillion, driven by soaring home prices. [ more ]

SFGATE

California

Calif.'s 'political refugees' are fleeing to a rich Texas enclave

Conservative Move assists Orange County residents in relocating to North Texas, instilling Texas loyalty through ceremonies. [ more ]

#housing-market

www.housingwire.com

3 weeks ago

Business

U.S. mortgage holders post record levels of home equity: ICE

U.S. home prices continued to rise due to housing shortage, benefiting existing homeowners with record equity levels. [ more ]

New York Post

Business

Home prices surge to another record high in February, defying expectations

Home prices reached record high in February despite high mortgage rates and affordability challenges. [ more ]

www.ocregister.com

Medicine

20 least-affordable US cities to buy a home are all in California

California cities dominate the list of the most unaffordable housing markets in the US. [ more ]

Boston.com

Boston

Median sales price in Greater Boston jumps by double digits

Limited inventory in the housing market is driving up prices, making it challenging for home buyers to find affordable options. [ more ]

Miami Herald

Miami

What's happening with housing costs in Miami and Broward? Look at the changing numbers

Housing prices in Miami-Dade and Broward counties have reached an all-time high.

Sales of single-family homes and condos in South Florida have shown varying trends in terms of prices and inventory. [ more ]

SFGATE

SF real estate

Why Biden's Proposed $400 a Month Tax Credit for Homebuyers Could Make It Even Harder To Buy a Home

Biden proposes tax credits for homebuyers could lead to higher prices

Potential concern over increased demand impacting home prices [ more ]

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#real-estate

Miami Herald

Miami

Here are 10 neighborhoods with the priciest houses in the nation. Florida is on the list

Florida and California have the priciest homes in the U.S. [ more ]

www.cbc.ca

Canada news

February home sales dipped 3.1% while prices stayed flat, CREA says | CBC News

February home sales decreased by 3.1%.

Home prices remained stable. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

East Bay (California)

Single family residence sells for $2.5 million in San Ramon

The property on Murdock Way in San Ramon was sold for $2,501,000, at $816 per square foot.

The house features 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a central A/C, an attached 3-car garage, and a pool in a 6,846 square feet lot. [ more ]

Boston.com

Boston

Cute homes for under $500k not far from the commuter rail

Home prices in Greater Boston are expected to continue rising even if interest rates dip in 2024.

There are still affordable options for prospective buyers who want to stay within Boston's reach. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

East Bay (California)

Five-bedroom home sells for $3.1 million in San Jose

Spacious house in San Jose sold for $3,130,000 with a price per square foot of $1,456.

Neighboring homes in the area have also recently been sold with varying price per square foot. [ more ]

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#property-market

Irish Independent

Data science

Cost of typical home went up by 20,000 in a year due to supply squeeze

Median home price in Ireland rose by €20,000 this year, reaching €330,000 in the first quarter due to lower inventory and high demand. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

East Bay (California)

Which 10 Danville, San Ramon, Dublin, Pleasanton homes had the best prices the week of March 4?

The most affordable real estate sale in Danville was a house sold for $1.4 million.

The average price of real estate in Danville, San Ramon, Dublin, Pleasanton last week was $2.3 million. [ more ]

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www.cbc.ca

Canada news

Home sales and prices edging up as housing market 'could get interesting,' reports say | CBC News

The Canadian housing market is showing signs of increased activity, with rising home prices and sales, leading to an interesting future for buyers and sellers. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

East Bay (California)

Single-family home sells for $3.4 million in Palo Alto

Variation in home prices in Palo Alto

Recent home sales in Palo Alto [ more ]

Miami Herald

3 months ago

Miami

How are home prices influencing South Florida buyers? More are coming back

Home prices in South Florida are rising, but this hasn't deterred buyers.

Cash is the preferred payment option for many buyers in South Florida. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

3 months ago

East Bay (California)

Single family residence sells for $2 million in Danville

Spacious property with 5 bedrooms and 6 baths sold for $2,010,000 in Danville.

Nearby homes in Danville sold for varying prices per square foot. [ more ]

New York Post