Hottest Housing Markets
Where homes sell fastest and prices are rising, based on the latest published rankings. Market data changes monthly; every figure is sourced and dated.
Hottest Housing Markets of 2026
Which U.S. metros are the most competitive in 2026, according to Zillow and Realtor.com, and why the Northeast and Midwest dominate.
Housing Market Update: October 2026
September 2026 existing-home sales, record September median price, rising inventory, and mortgage rates topping 7.4%: what it means for buyers and sellers.
City guides to the hottest markets
Hartford, CT Housing Market Guide
Prices, forecasts, and buying tips for Hartford, CT, one of 2026's hottest markets.
Buffalo, NY Housing Market Guide
Prices, forecasts, and buying tips for Buffalo, NY, one of 2026's hottest markets.
Providence, RI Housing Market Guide
Prices, forecasts, and buying tips for Providence, RI, one of 2026's hottest markets.
Richmond, VA Housing Market Guide
Prices, forecasts, and buying tips for Richmond, VA, one of 2026's hottest markets.
Milwaukee, WI Housing Market Guide
Prices, forecasts, and buying tips for Milwaukee, WI, one of 2026's hottest markets.
Rochester, NY Housing Market Guide
Prices, forecasts, and buying tips for Rochester, NY, one of 2026's hottest markets.
Worcester, MA Housing Market Guide
Prices, forecasts, and buying tips for Worcester, MA, one of 2026's hottest markets.
Greenville, SC Housing Market Guide
Home values, market conditions, nearby towns, and buying tips for Greenville and South Carolina's fast-growing Upstate.