Home Sellers Are Seeing the Biggest Return on Their Investment in These 5 Affordable Metros
Briefly

In early 2025, certain midsized U.S. metro areas, particularly in Ohio, observed notable increases in profit margins from home sales despite an overall national profit shrinkage. According to ATTOM Data Solutions' report, Toledo, OH, led with a profit margin surge from 27.8% to 44.7%, indicating a robust buyer demand compared to limited inventory. This boosts homeowners' equity significantly, prompting greater profits from property sales. The city also registered an 18.5% increase in sales prices in the same quarter, exemplifying a flourishing real estate market.
"Homeowners in Toledo stand to see a significant profit from a home sale. Buyer demand is strong in Toledo relative to available inventory, resulting in home price growth."
"Toledo saw the most dramatic increase in profit margins. The median price of homes sold was 44.7% more than their median purchase price, a significant rise from previous rates."
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