markets

HavenScore coverage of markets stories, pegged to our own ZIP-level data.

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Chicago's $2M Duplex Highlights Coastal Premium vs Midwest Value

While Chicago's Lincoln Park commands $2M for new construction, HavenScore data shows smaller Midwest markets are delivering double-digit growth at fraction of the cost.

May 21, 20264 min read

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AI Listing Tools Target Markets Where Price Growth Outpaces Estimates

As AI listing tools evolve beyond basic valuations, they may prove most valuable in markets experiencing rapid price changes that challenge automated estimates.

May 21, 20263 min read

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International buyers eye Miami as rural markets show strongest growth

Miami's push for international buyers contrasts with data showing rural markets posting the strongest year-over-year price growth nationwide.

May 14, 20264 min read

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Luxury Sales Surge While Small Towns Lead Growth Metrics

While luxury markets grab headlines with record sales, HavenScore data reveals small towns are posting the strongest growth rates nationwide.

May 14, 20264 min read

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Home Prices Rise 0.5% Nationally, But Rural Areas See Double-Digit Gains

National home prices rose just 0.5% year-over-year in Q1 according to NAR, but rural markets are experiencing much stronger growth, with some areas seeing increases above 20%.

May 7, 20263 min read

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Case-Shiller Index Hits 327.31 as Rural Markets Lead Growth

The Case-Shiller National HPI rose to 327.31, while rural markets like Dundas, IL show 25.4% annual growth, suggesting geographic divergence in housing performance.

May 7, 20263 min read

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Springfield MA Tops Hot Markets List, But Small Towns Lead Growth

While Springfield MA claims the top spot in Realtor.com's hottest markets ranking, HavenScore data reveals small rural communities are experiencing the strongest price appreciation nationwide.

May 7, 20264 min read