Top Metros for New Construction Homes in 2025-5 Key Takeaways
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Fayetteville's metro area around Walmart's corporate headquarters is the top-ranked region for new-home construction in 2025. The area offers affordable move-in ready new builds. The median price for a newly built home in Fayetteville is $399,717, which is lower than existing home prices there. Rankings use factors including new-home share of listings, price premiums, climate risk, and buyer demand for new construction. Top metros for new construction are mainly in the South and include college towns such as Boise, Nashville, and Austin. New construction homes deliver modern design, energy efficiency, and lower natural-hazard risks.
The Arkansas region surrounding Walmart's corporate headquarters in Fayetteville is witnessing significant growth and is ranked as the top area for new-home construction in 2025, according to a new report by Realtor.com. The Fayetteville metro area offers affordable new builds, making it an attractive location for homebuyers. The rankings are based on various factors such as new-home share of listings, price premiums, climate risk, and buyer demand for new construction.
Fayetteville, AR, is the top area for new-home construction in 2025, with affordable move-in ready new builds. The median price for a newly built home in Fayetteville is $399,717, lower than existing home prices in the area. The top 10 metros for new construction are mainly in the South and include college towns like Boise, Nashville, and Austin. New construction homes offer modern design, energy efficiency, and lower natural hazard risks compared to existing homes.
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