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Foreclosures Surge 20% In 12th Straight Month Of Annual Increases, New Data Shows Foreclosures Surge 20% In 12th Straight Month Of Annual Increases, New Data Shows
Foreclosures Surge 20% In 12th Straight Month Of Annual Increases, New Data Shows Foreclosures surged across the US in February, marking the twelfth straight month of annual increases amid an ongoing housing affordability crisis, according to new data. There were 38,840 properties with foreclosure filings nationwide in February, real estate analytics firm ATTOM said in a report released on Thursday, March 12. That was up 20% from February 2025. ATTOM CEO Rob Barber said the latest numbers reflect a rise in foreclosures after several years of unusually low levels. "Foreclosure activity in February marked the twelfth consecutive month of annual increases, extending a…
Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess Q2 Real Estate Markets Stayed Strong Despite High Rates: Report Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess Q2 Real Estate Markets Stayed Strong Despite High Rates: Report
Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess Q2 Real Estate Markets Stayed Strong Despite High Rates: Report Despite higher mortgage rates and tight inventory, the real estate market across Westchester, Putnam, and Dutchess counties showed continued strength in the second quarter of 2025, according to a new report from Houlihan Lawrence. In Westchester County, luxury homes priced above $2 million remained in high demand, especially in towns with strong transportation access and updated interiors. Many well-priced properties attracted multiple offers, and buyers continued to act quickly, the brokerage said in its new Houlihan Lawrence Q2 2025 Westchester, Putnam, and Dutchess Market Report…
Builder Confidence Sinks Near Pandemic Low As Trump Tariffs Worry Homebuyers Builder Confidence Sinks Near Pandemic Low As Trump Tariffs Worry Homebuyers
Builder Confidence Sinks Near Pandemic Low As Trump Tariffs Worry Homebuyers Homebuilder confidence just sank to its third-lowest level since 2012 as President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs and stubbornly high mortgage rates scare off prospective homebuyers. Builder sentiment dropped two points to 32 in June, according to the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index released on Thursday, June 17. That's barely above the readings of 31 in December 2022 and 30 in April 2020. In the Northeast, sentiment slipped one point to 43 on a three-month moving average. A score above 50 means more builders see conditions as good than poor…
Home Listings Surge To Record $698 Billion As Buyers Back Off Home Listings Surge To Record $698 Billion As Buyers Back Off
Home Listings Surge To Record $698 Billion As Buyers Back Off A swelling supply of unsold homes and a slowdown in buyer activity have sent the housing market to a record high — $698 billion in total listings, the largest dollar value seen in more than a decade. That figure, reported by Redfin, is based on the combined asking prices of all active home listings across the US at the end of April. It marks a 20.3 percent increase from one year ago, and the highest value since Redfin began tracking the data in 2012. Much of that growth is driven by stale inventory. More than $330 billion worth of homes have sat on the market for 60 days or longer, accordin…
Home Sales Suffer Slowest April Since 2009 Amid Trump Tariffs, Rising Mortgage Rates Home Sales Suffer Slowest April Since 2009 Amid Trump Tariffs, Rising Mortgage Rates
Home Sales Suffer Slowest April Since 2009 Amid Trump Tariffs, Rising Mortgage Rates Home sales fell for the second straight month in April, dropping to their slowest pace for the month since the global financial crisis more than 15 years ago. Existing-home sales slipped 0.5% from March to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of four million homes, the National Association of REALTORS (NAR) said on Thursday, May 22. The median price for an existing home rose to $414,000, setting a new April record and marking the 22nd straight month of annual price increases. Sales hit their slowest April pace since 2009, CNBC reported. They were down 2.0% from April 2024, despite ho…
Hartford Reclaims Title Of Hottest Real Estate Market In The Nation: Report Hartford Reclaims Title Of Hottest Real Estate Market In The Nation: Report
Hartford Reclaims Title Of Hottest Real Estate Market In The Nation: Report With home sales surging across the country, one Connecticut city was named the nation's hottest housing market once again, according to a new report. Two others made the top 20.  Hartford earned the top spot for February 2025 after seeing a jump in interest from buyers looking to move there, Realtor.com reported. The site credited the historic city's strong job market and high-quality schools as key factors driving the renewed demand. The median price for a Hartford home hit $434,000 in February, rising 6.6 percent compared to last year, Realtor.com reported. Despite higher prices, lis…
US Home Sales Plunge To Lowest Level Since 1995: Here's Why US Home Sales Plunge To Lowest Level Since 1995: Here's Why
US Home Sales Plunge To Lowest Level Since 1995: Here's Why Home sales in 2024 tumbled to their lowest level in nearly two decades but the Northeast offered a small glimmer of hope in an otherwise challenging year for the housing market. Existing-home sales dropped to 4.06 million in 2024, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) said in a news release on Friday, Jan. 24. That figure marked the worst year for the US housing market since 1995. The sales drop happened as the median price of a home reached a record high of $407,500, up six percent from 2023. "The median home price was elevated partly due to the upper-end market's relative …
Million-Dollar Views: Peek Inside Long Island's Most Expensive Homes That Sold In 2024 Million-Dollar Views: Peek Inside Long Island's Most Expensive Homes That Sold In 2024
Million-Dollar Views: Peek Inside Long Island's Most Expensive Homes That Sold In 2024 From waterfront estates with sprawling acreage to architectural masterpieces, Long Island saw some jaw-dropping real estate deals close in 2024. Here's a look at some of the most expensive homes that changed hands this year in Nassau and Suffolk counties. Sothebys Internaitonal Realty 155 Seascape Lane in Sagaponack – Sold for $24.9M in June 2024 6 bedrooms, 8.5 bathrooms with undisclosed square footage on 1.09 acres overlooking Sagaponack Pond. From the Redfin listing: “Masterfully crafted by Faruk Yorgancioglu and thoughtfully designed to blend into its natural surroundings, th…
Most Expensive Homes Sold In Fairfax County In Last 30 Days Most Expensive Homes Sold In Fairfax County In Last 30 Days
Most Expensive Homes Sold In Fairfax County In Last 30 Days An $8.55 million home in McLean tops the list of the most expensive homes sold in Fairfax County in the last 30 days, according to Zillow. According to Redfin, in September 2024, home prices were up 10.4% compared to last year in Fairfax County, selling for a median price of $720,000. On average, homes in Fairfax County sell after 29 days on the market compared to 25 days last year, Redfin said.  The most expensive sales were all in McLean. They were: 1. 6727 Lucy Ln, McLean: Sold on Sept. 27 for $8.55 million 2. 7008 Benjamin St, McLean: Sold on Sept. 30 for approx. $…
6 Most Expensive Homes Sold In Last 30 Days In Bergen County 6 Most Expensive Homes Sold In Last 30 Days In Bergen County
6 Most Expensive Homes Sold In Last 30 Days In Bergen County A property in Englewood that sold for $5.37 million appears to be the most expensive residential sale in Bergen County in the last 30 days. According to Redfin, the prices on Bergen County homes were up 9.3% for the month of September compared to 2023, with a median price of $711,000. Most homes sell after 70 days on the market, compared to 68 days last year. Data for October was not available as of press time. Here are the six most expensive homes that sold in the last 30 days in Bergen County, according to Zillow: 1. 276 E. Linden Ave., Englewood, $5.37 million, Sept. 25 2. 96…
These Massachusetts Zip Codes Among Top 100 Most Expensive In US: New Rankings These Massachusetts Zip Codes Among Top 100 Most Expensive In US: New Rankings
These Massachusetts Zip Codes Among Top 100 Most Expensive In US: New Rankings Massachusetts is well-represented in brand-new rankings of the nation's 100 most expensive zip codes. Property Shark says it based the rankings on median sale prices based on closed home sales. No. 33 Nantucket (02554) leads New England real estate at $2.9 million. Four other Massachusetts municipalities made the Top 100: No. 54 Boston (02108) at $2.5 million, No. 62 Wellesley Hills (02481) at $2.3 million, No. 79 Weston (02493) at $2.1 million, and No. 95 Waban (02468) at $1.95 million. The neighborhood of Riverside (zip code 06878) in Greenwich is No. 1 in Connecticut at $2.51 million f…
These Greenwich Zip Codes Among Top 100 Most Expensive In US: New Rankings These Greenwich Zip Codes Among Top 100 Most Expensive In US: New Rankings
These Greenwich Zip Codes Among Top 100 Most Expensive In US: New Rankings Connecticut is well-represented in brand-new rankings of the nation's 100 most expensive zip codes. Property Shark says it based the rankings on median sale prices based on closed home sales. The neighborhood of Riverside (zip code 06878) in Greenwich is No. 1 in Connecticut at $2.51 million for 53rd overall. Greenwich (06830) ranks 64th at $2.27 million. Old Greenwich (06870) checks in at No. 80 at $2.09 million. One other Connecticut municipality made the Top 100 -- No. 99 Darien (06820) at $1.92 million. No. 33 Nantucket (02554) leads New England real estate at $2.9 million. Ne…
Here's How 2024 Q3 Housing Market In Westchester Compared To Hudson Valley Counties: Report Here's How 2024 Q3 Housing Market In Westchester Compared To Hudson Valley Counties: Report
Here's How 2024 Q3 Housing Market In Westchester Compared To Hudson Valley Counties: Report Although those shopping for a home in the Hudson Valley finally have more inventory to choose from, this has not decreased prices, according to a new report.  According to the Houlihan Lawrence Westchester-Putnam Dutchess Q3 Market Report released on Tuesday, Oct. 8, real estate markets in the three counties are experiencing an increase in available listings, the first major shift in more than three years.  This follows an extended period of reduced inventory as a result of high demand, the report said. According to the report, listings in Westchester increased by an average…
Luxury Townhouse With Elevator Sells For $326K Over Asking Price In Ramsey Luxury Townhouse With Elevator Sells For $326K Over Asking Price In Ramsey
Luxury Townhouse With Elevator Sells For $326K Over Asking Price In Ramsey A Bergen County luxury townhouse has sold for $326,000 over asking price after just six days on the market. The 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom property at 15 Windsor Lane in Bear's Cove at Ramsey was listed at $979,000, and sold on Tuesday, Oct. 1 for $1.305 million. Listing agent Sheryl Epstein-Romano, of Christie's International Real Estate, said the sellers kept the home in "immaculate condition." "Today, many homeowners who are moving from large homes but want to stay in the area and simplify life will consider a luxury townhome," Epstein-Romano said.  "This unit had a primary bedroom o…
Home Sales Down, Prices Up Along Fairfield County's Gold Coast Home Sales Down, Prices Up Along Fairfield County's Gold Coast
Home Sales Down, Prices Up Along Fairfield County's Gold Coast Home sales are down and prices are up along Fairfield County's Gold Coast due to a lack of inventory over the past few years. The areas most affected by the challenges included Darien, New Canaan, and Rowayton markets, according to Houlihan Lawrence Real Estate Brokerage. A report released on Tuesday, Jan. 9, said despite the sales decline, median sale prices increased in all three markets by nine percent on average, offering sellers favorable returns. “Amidst the inventory scarcity, we continue to benefit from the diverse offerings of recreation, cultural amenities, and vibrant …
NJ Home By Architect Who Designed MoMA Hits Real Estate Market NJ Home By Architect Who Designed MoMA Hits Real Estate Market
NJ Home By Architect Who Designed MoMA Hits Real Estate Market A home designed by the architect who also designed the Museum of Modern Art and Radio City Music Hall is up for sale in Montclair. The asking price of the home designed by Edward Durell Stone in 1959 is $949,000. Floor-to-ceiling window views include New York City's iconic skyline, according to its listing. The 2,200-square-foot home is nestled in a wooded canopy on First Mountain. The kitchen opens to a deck and patio. A loft overlooks the living room and is perfect for an office.  With just one owner for more than 50 years, the home has been meticulously maintained, the listing sa…
These NY Zip Codes Among Top 10 Most Expensive In US, New Report Says These NY Zip Codes Among Top 10 Most Expensive In US, New Report Says
These NY Zip Codes Among Top 10 Most Expensive In US, New Report Says Four zip codes in the Northeast rank in the Top 10 for most expensive in the United States, according to a brand-new report. The rankings, published by CNBC, were determined by median home sale prices. Three of those four zip codes are on the east end of Long Island, led by No. 2 Sagaponack (11962), which the report says has a median home sale price of $6,972,500, behind only No. 1 Atherton, California (94027), which is $9 million. The other zip codes in the Hamptons making the Top 10 were Water Mill (11976) and Bridgehampton (11932). The other Northeast zip code on th…
Fairfield County Ranks As 'Undervalued' For Home Prices, New Report Says Fairfield County Ranks As 'Undervalued' For Home Prices, New Report Says
Fairfield County Ranks As 'Undervalued' For Home Prices, New Report Says Homes in some regions in Connecticut are being considered “undervalued” amid the current housing bubble, according to a new Fortune Magazine report. Fortune studied home price growth, which is wildly outpacing income growth across the country, with areas in Connecticut considered “overvalued" or “undervalued.” Specifically, in Fairfield County, Bridgeport, Stamford, and Norwalk were considered undervalued. Also undervalued for housing are Hartford, East Hartford, and Middletown, the report said. New Haven County and Milford were rated as “normal,” with no other areas highlighted by the …
OFF THE MARKET: Teresa & Joe Giudice's North Jersey Mansion May Finally Have A Buyer OFF THE MARKET: Teresa & Joe Giudice's North Jersey Mansion May Finally Have A Buyer
OFF THE Market: Teresa & Joe Giudice's North Jersey Mansion May Finally Have A Buyer Joe and Teresa Giudice's North Jersey mansion may finally have a buyer after months on the market. An offer was made Monday for the 10,000-square-foot home in the Towaco section of Montville, which is under contract, the New York Post reports. Joe and Teresa, who recently finalized their divorce, purchased the Indian Lane home in 2002 for $530,000. The couple raised their children in the home until they were convicted and jailed in 2014 for bankruptcy fraud and other related charges. The home was originally listed at $2.5 million, but he price was slashed last January to just under $2.25…
5 Most Expensive Sussex County Homes For Sale 5 Most Expensive Sussex County Homes For Sale
5 Most Expensive Sussex County Homes For Sale If you're looking for a house with a variety of bathrooms, a pool on a lakefront or a sprawling cabin, some of these Sussex County homes might be for you. Here are the five most expensive homes for sale in the area. Scroll down for more. Newton: 5 beds, 5 baths, 4,872 square feet, $2.9 million: This 56-acre farm has a barn and riding area, movie theater, wine cellar and more. 20 Dickson Road, NewtonZillow Sparta: 4 beds, 5 baths, 4,488 square feet, $3.55 million: Custom-built luxury home that features lakefront views, floor-to-ceiling windows, a private outdoor oasis and more. 27 …
Median Home Sales Prices Surge On Long Island Median Home Sales Prices Surge On Long Island
Median Home Sales Prices Surge On Long Island A new report reveals median home sales surged on Long island where a quarter of communities saw prices increase 20 percent over a four-year period. The PropertyShark study looked at Long Island's residential sale price evolution between 2014 and 2018, focusing on 108 towns and Census-designated places (CDPs) located in Suffolk and Nassau counties and calculated the median home sale price for each. The analysis considered all residential transactions between Jan.1, 2014, and Dec. 31, 2018. Here are the results: A quarter of all Long Island communities that were analyze…
Long Island Housing Market Enjoys First-Quarter Surge Long Island Housing Market Enjoys First-Quarter Surge
Long Island Housing Market Enjoys First-Quarter Surge Home sales are on the rise on Long Island so far this year, according to a Long Island Business News report. Houses pending sales in Nassau and Suffolk Counties are up by 6.5 percent in 2019's first quarter from what they were in the first quarter of 2018, said the article. The report said 7,131 homes were in sales contracts in both counties in 2019's first quarter, while 6,695 homes were in contracts to sell in 2018's first quarter. Long Island's housing performance is better than the national housing market, the report said. Lower interest on mortgages, more stable stock market and fair…
Westchester's Slowing Housing Market Sparks Statewide Concerns, Report Says Westchester's Slowing Housing Market Sparks Statewide Concerns, Report Says
Westchester's Slowing Housing Market Sparks Statewide Concerns, Report Says Recent news that home sales in Westchester County declined by 18 percent during the second quarter of 2018, compared to the same period in 2017, should alarm local elected officials as well as those at the state level, according to this Op Ed piece in Crain's New York. It marks the fourth consecutive quarterly decline in Westchester’s home sales. Westchester County residents enjoy the highest per capita incomes in New York state, second only to Manhattan (New York County.) "Yet, even this county is not immune to the adverse effects of (President) Trump’s federal tax reform, wrote Ma…