Midwest Markets Heat Up as Homebuyer Demand Grows in These 3 States

Midwest Markets Heat Up as Homebuyer Demand Grows in These 3 States

The Northeast and the Midwest continue to draw the most attention from homebuyers in search of an affordable spot to land. While demand cools across the largest U.S. metros, these areas continue to attract potential homebuyers, garnering 5.5% more views per listing, according to the Realtor.com® October 2025 Hottest Housing Markets report. On the list, … Read more

The Typical First-Time Homebuyer Is Now 40 Years Old, a Record High

The Typical First-Time Homebuyer Is Now 40 Years Old, a Record High

The typical first-time homebuyer in the U.S. is now 40 years old, a record high, as affordability struggles price many younger families out of the market. The median age of first-time buyers rose to 40 in 2025 from 38 the year before, and is up sharply from 33 just five year ago, according the annual … Read more