Housing Market by City
Compare housing market conditions across 50 major US cities. Median home prices, price trends, inventory levels, and expert forecasts to help you make smarter real estate decisions in 2026.
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Housing Market FAQ
What determines whether a housing market is "hot" or "cool"?+
We classify markets using days on market, list-to-sale price ratio, and months of inventory. A "hot" market has under 15 days on market and under 2 months of inventory. A "balanced" market sits at 3-5 months of inventory. A "cool" market exceeds 6 months.
How often is the market data refreshed?+
Median prices and days-on-market update quarterly from MLS feeds and Redfin/Zillow aggregates. Market condition badges (hot/warm/balanced/cool) recalculate after each data refresh.
Which cities are currently the hottest markets?+
As of early 2026, sunbelt metros like Austin, Raleigh, Nashville, and Phoenix continue to attract strong buyer demand. Northeast markets including Boston and the NYC suburbs have tightened again after a brief 2024 cooldown.
Can I use this data in listing presentations?+
Yes — agents regularly pull our city market snapshots for CMA presentations and buyer consultations. Data is sourced from publicly available MLS aggregates and federal housing statistics.