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America's Households Are Shrinking, Ushering in the 'Golden Age' of Guest Bedrooms

There are record numbers of guest bedrooms in U.S. homes, driven by shrinking household sizes and more bedrooms per home.

What Is a Barndominium? Anything You Want It to Be.

Barndominiums evolved from equestrian properties to spacious living solutions in response to modern homebuyer preferences.
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The death of hallways: New home builds are like "Tetris"

Homebuilders are pivoting to smaller homes to address affordability for first-time buyers.

Metro Boston sees steep decline in apartments for under $1,000

The share of apartments renting for under $1,000 is sharply declining across the U.S., signaling affordability challenges for renters.

Some say Austin's rental market might collapse. That's not reality

Renting costs have risen steadily post-pandemic, but Austin experiences unique market fluctuations with a significant drop in rental prices despite ongoing growth in other areas.

Brooklyn Is Getting Its First Luxury Building for Couples With 2 Incomes and No Kids - Brooklyn Magazine

New Brooklyn apartment building targets DINKs with upscale amenities, emphasizing health and wellness, while raising questions about child-friendliness.
Apartments will appeal to dual-income couples without kids, reflecting changing demographics in parenting.

How much are you paying to rent an apartment in Miami or Broward? Take a look at cost

South Florida's median apartment rent decreased to $2,376 in 2024 from $2,560 in 2022, indicating a market correction.

Ray Kappe-designed Santa Monica home tops LA's signed luxury deal

Los Angeles County's signed contracts dropped for the third consecutive week, attributed partly to the upcoming elections.

The death of hallways: New home builds are like "Tetris"

Homebuilders are pivoting to smaller homes to address affordability for first-time buyers.

Metro Boston sees steep decline in apartments for under $1,000

The share of apartments renting for under $1,000 is sharply declining across the U.S., signaling affordability challenges for renters.

Some say Austin's rental market might collapse. That's not reality

Renting costs have risen steadily post-pandemic, but Austin experiences unique market fluctuations with a significant drop in rental prices despite ongoing growth in other areas.

Brooklyn Is Getting Its First Luxury Building for Couples With 2 Incomes and No Kids - Brooklyn Magazine

New Brooklyn apartment building targets DINKs with upscale amenities, emphasizing health and wellness, while raising questions about child-friendliness.
Apartments will appeal to dual-income couples without kids, reflecting changing demographics in parenting.

How much are you paying to rent an apartment in Miami or Broward? Take a look at cost

South Florida's median apartment rent decreased to $2,376 in 2024 from $2,560 in 2022, indicating a market correction.

Ray Kappe-designed Santa Monica home tops LA's signed luxury deal

Los Angeles County's signed contracts dropped for the third consecutive week, attributed partly to the upcoming elections.
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Boomers Worry About Moving to Senior Communities for 1 Surprising Reason-but Would Thrive in These 10 Retirement Spots

Baby boomers prefer to age in place due to financial reasons and a strong preference for food quality over institutional dining options.

Property Brothers on baby boomers' home renovation needs

Baby boomer homeowners must renovate their homes to support aging in place and enhance safety and comfort as they grow older.

These Minnesota digital nomads sold their home in search of adventure

Scott and Kate Carlson choose a nomadic lifestyle over aging in place, exemplifying a shift in how some older adults view living arrangements.

Boomers Worry About Moving to Senior Communities for 1 Surprising Reason-but Would Thrive in These 10 Retirement Spots

Baby boomers prefer to age in place due to financial reasons and a strong preference for food quality over institutional dining options.

Property Brothers on baby boomers' home renovation needs

Baby boomer homeowners must renovate their homes to support aging in place and enhance safety and comfort as they grow older.

These Minnesota digital nomads sold their home in search of adventure

Scott and Kate Carlson choose a nomadic lifestyle over aging in place, exemplifying a shift in how some older adults view living arrangements.
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Where Are Rent Prices Rising the Most in New York City?

The New York City rental market shows slight growth but overall stabilization with increased inventory, especially in the Bronx.

Pet Turf? In-Unit Laundry? Which Amenities Do Renters Really Want?

Renters prioritize practical amenities, such as parking and laundry, over luxury features according to Zillow's analysis.
Basic amenities drive higher engagement on rental listings, while luxury features deter interest.

Where Are Rent Prices Rising the Most in New York City?

The New York City rental market shows slight growth but overall stabilization with increased inventory, especially in the Bronx.

Pet Turf? In-Unit Laundry? Which Amenities Do Renters Really Want?

Renters prioritize practical amenities, such as parking and laundry, over luxury features according to Zillow's analysis.
Basic amenities drive higher engagement on rental listings, while luxury features deter interest.
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The 'relief may come too little and too late for many first-time home buyers'

The average 30-year mortgage rate has decreased, potentially enticing more homebuyers amidst record-high home prices.

Home equity gains have slowed. Are home prices stabilizing?

Home equity among U.S. mortgage holders grew by 2.5% in Q3 2024, but negative equity cases also increased for the first time in two years.

Marin's median home price declines 7% to $1.5 million

The median price of detached homes in Marin County saw a year-over-year decline of 7% while the Bay Area experienced a 10.6% increase.
Discrepancies in median price data between the county and the Realtors' association highlight differences in data sets and potential factors like off-market sales.

The 'relief may come too little and too late for many first-time home buyers'

The average 30-year mortgage rate has decreased, potentially enticing more homebuyers amidst record-high home prices.

Home equity gains have slowed. Are home prices stabilizing?

Home equity among U.S. mortgage holders grew by 2.5% in Q3 2024, but negative equity cases also increased for the first time in two years.

Marin's median home price declines 7% to $1.5 million

The median price of detached homes in Marin County saw a year-over-year decline of 7% while the Bay Area experienced a 10.6% increase.
Discrepancies in median price data between the county and the Realtors' association highlight differences in data sets and potential factors like off-market sales.
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One Solution to America's Housing Crisis Might Be Found in Millions of Vacant Spare Bedrooms

Thanksgiving highlights the disparity between available housing stock and modern household sizes in America.
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Young adults are holding off on moving out of their parents' house here's what's behind the trend

A significant portion of young adults are living with their parents due to financial pressures and economic shocks, a trend worsened by the pandemic.

Why millennials are embracing suburban homeownership

Millennials are increasingly opting for suburban homes over urban apartments due to affordability, work flexibility, and the need for family-friendly environments.

Young adults are holding off on moving out of their parents' house here's what's behind the trend

A significant portion of young adults are living with their parents due to financial pressures and economic shocks, a trend worsened by the pandemic.

Why millennials are embracing suburban homeownership

Millennials are increasingly opting for suburban homes over urban apartments due to affordability, work flexibility, and the need for family-friendly environments.
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SF metro area has some of fewest number of homes with air conditioning in US, study shows

Air conditioning is becoming increasingly essential as warmer weather transforms it from a luxury to a necessity, especially in the San Francisco metro area.

4 Tips for Buying a Tiny Home Kit

Tiny homes are appealing for simplification, cost reduction, and energy conservation, leading to an increase in their popularity among Americans.

Rent prices fell in some big cities in August and smaller markets got more expensive | CBC News

Rental rates in Canada's largest markets decreased, continuing a downward trend, while smaller markets have seen significant price increases.
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How has the rise of remote work affected demand in different areas of London? - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The rise of remote work is reshaping housing preferences, prompting moves away from city centers towards suburban areas.

German house and apartment prices drop further DW 06/21/2024

Germany's property market experienced a decline attributed to a rise in interest rates, with prices falling consistently but at a lesser rate in the most recent quarter.

How has the rise of remote work affected demand in different areas of London? - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The rise of remote work is reshaping housing preferences, prompting moves away from city centers towards suburban areas.

German house and apartment prices drop further DW 06/21/2024

Germany's property market experienced a decline attributed to a rise in interest rates, with prices falling consistently but at a lesser rate in the most recent quarter.
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The two London boroughs where the population is rising

Many residents are moving out of London due to high living costs and seeking more affordable and spacious living conditions in peripheral areas.
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These 3 NYC boroughs have some of the smallest average apartment sizes in nation, study finds

New study shows national average apartment size increasing by 27 square feet, highlighting variations across U.S. cities.
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