- Top 10 Fastest-Growing Metros (Realtor.com Forecast)
These ten markets are expected to see significant increases in both sales and home prices—well above national averages.
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Colorado Springs, CO – #1 nationwide
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Miami–Fort Lauderdale–Pompano Beach, FL (#2)
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Virginia Beach, VA (#3)
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El Paso, TX (#4)
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Richmond, VA (#5)
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Orlando, FL (#6)
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McAllen, TX (#7)
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Phoenix, AZ (#8)
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Atlanta, GA (#9)
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Greensboro, NC (#10)
Sales growth is expected to range from 13.5% to 27.1%, significantly exceeding the forecasted 1.5% national increase in home sales for 2025.
- Common Market Characteristics
These most promising markets share critical advantages:
Southern and Western Focus: Entirely located in the Sun Belt.
Strong Recovery Momentum: These markets have rebounded to—or beyond—pre-pandemic sales levels.
Adequate Inventory: Boosted by new construction and active existing-home listings.
Favorable Buyer Demographics: Populated by younger families, veterans, and international buyers—some relying on VA/FHA loans or owning homes outright, which buffers high mortgage rates.
Relative Affordability: Especially compared to coastal powerhouse metros, aided by remote-work flexibility.
- Suddenly Hot Markets of Mid-2025
Realtor.com’s Market Hotness and joint Wall Street Journal rankings spotlight regions with intense buyer demand and fast market pace:
Summer 2025 Hottest Metros include:
Manchester-Nashua, NH (No. 1); Canton–Massillon, OH; Springfield, MA; Toledo, OH; New Haven–Milford, CT; Worcester, MA/CT; Appleton, WI; Rockford, IL, and others.
Manchester-Nashua stands out for drawing value-seeking buyers—offering strong lifestyle and employer opportunities (e.g., BAE, Oracle, Southern New Hampshire University), while remaining more affordable than Boston, with a median price about $520K versus $804K in Boston.
- Summary Table
Market Type Top Dynamos Drivers
Projected Growth Leaders Colorado Springs; Miami; El Paso; Virginia Beach, etc. Rapid sales & price growth; good inventory; young and diverse populations
Momentum Markets (Summer ’25) Manchester–Nashua; Canton–Massillon; Springfield, etc. Surge in buyer demand; limited supply; affordable compared to nearby metros
Common Themes Sun Belt corridors & Northeast rebound markets Affordability, inventory recovery, lifestyle appeal, diverse demographics