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76148 – Watauga,
Texas – Named the hottest ZIP code for the second consecutive
year, due to its highly competitive housing market and desirable
amenities. Watauga is an inner suburb of Fort Worth that has a
young population, a strong economy and schools that have been rated
among the best in the state. Residents also benefit from being part
of a vibrant, multicultural metropolis, with great restaurants and
cultural offerings like the Kimbell Art Museum and Fort Worth
Zoo.
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Key housing stats:
Average home listing views in ZIP 76148 are up 28 percent over last
year, with homes receiving five times more views than those in the
rest of the country. Homes in Watauga sell in 18 days, 5 percent
slower than last year, with a median list price of $160,441, up
12.4 percent over last year. Tarrant County is expected to add
28,000 jobs this year, an increase of 3 percent.
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48154 – Livonia,
Mich. – A western suburb of Metro Detroit, Livonia combines the
best parts of suburban living with close proximity to the great
attractions of the resurgent Motor City. It's just a half hour from
downtown destinations such as the Detroit Institute of Art, the
historic Eastern Market commercial district and the homes of four
professional sports teams. Livonia also is equally close to many of
the major employment centers scattered throughout the broader metro
area, such as the headquarters of Ford Motor Company in Dearborn,
Mich. and Beaumont Health in Royal Oak, Mich. It has also been
ranked among the safest cities in Michigan and boasts more than 60
parks spread over 1,389 acres.
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Housing stats: More
than 86 percent of millennials living in the ZIP own their own
homes, compared to only 44 percent in the surrounding county. Homes
in Livonia sell in 21 days, 25 percent more quickly than last year,
with a median list price of $223,780, up 12.3 percent over last
year. Wayne County is expected to add 7,000 jobs this year, an
increase of 1 percent.
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49548 Kentwood,
Mich. – Kentwood is part of the Grand Rapids area, one of the
fastest-growing parts of the country. In recent years, Grand Rapids
has become known for its booming economy, huge annual public art
competition and a great local microbrewery and dining scene.
Kentwood also is conveniently close to the Gerald R. Ford airport,
which has been adding direct flights to major destinations
throughout the country.
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Housing stats: The
dominant buyer segment in Kentwood is millennials, who hold 42
percent of new mortgages in the ZIP and have a 62 percent home
ownership rate. Homes in Kentwood sell in 16 days, 49 percent more
quickly than last year, with a median list price of $118,833, up
22.4 percent over last year. Kent County is expected to add 5,000
jobs this year, an increase of 2 percent.
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02155 Medford,
Mass. – Once overlooked as a sleepy city northwest of downtown
Boston, Medford is now known for its lively dining options, ample
recreation opportunities at Wright's Park and along the Mystic
River, and the annual Mystic River Celebration devoted to the arts.
The area is home to the renowned Tufts University, and the T
provides easy public transportation access to downtown Boston.
Residents also enjoy a low tax rate compared to other cities in the
region.
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Housing stats: The
dominant buyer segment in Medford is millennials, who make up 38
percent of new mortgage holders. Homes in Medford sell in 19 days,
roughly 41 percent more quickly than last year, with a median list
price of $541,158, up 12.9 percent over last year. Middlesex County
is expected to add 18,000 jobs this year, an increase of 2
percent.
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80123 Littleton,
Colo. – Situated on the southwest edge of Denver, ZIP 80123
spans communities including Littleton, Marston and Columbine
Valley. This suburban hotspot boasts great shopping options, a fun
and historic downtown area and plenty of great condo and
single-family home options. That's not to mention its natural
beauty and perfect placement for outdoor enthusiasts: Littleton
alone features more than 59 parks and an active trail system. Plus,
only a 30 minute drive to the base of the Rockies, it's one of the
Denver suburbs with the best mountain access.
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Housing stats: The
dominant buyer segment in ZIP 80123 is millennials, who hold 34
percent of new mortgages in the area and have a median household
income of $72,126. Homes in Littleton sell in 22 days, 19 percent
more quickly than last year, with a median list price of $533,873,
down 3.8 percent compared to last year. Jefferson County is
expected to add 5,000 jobs this year, an increase of 2
percent.
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94546 Castro
Valley, Calif. – Castro Valley is a Bay Area community
perfectly located for those who want to live close to the thriving
tech scene in San Francisco and Silicon Valley at more affordable
prices. Because of its central location – it takes about the same
time to get to San Francisco, Silicon Valley and Berkeley – it's
especially good for couples who work in different parts of the
region.
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Housing stats:
Millennials make up 35 percent of the new mortgage share in ZIP
94546. Homes in Castro Valley sell in 23 days, about 8 percent more
quickly than last year, with a median list price of $728,267, up
6.9 percent over last year. Alameda County is expected to add 4,000
jobs this year, an increase of 1 percent.
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80922 Colorado
Springs, Colo. – Located less than 25 minutes from Downtown
Colorado Springs, the Colorado Springs Airport, and the University
of Colorado at Colorado Springs, ZIP 80922 is about as convenient
as it gets. That's especially true for the thousands who work at
the nearby Peterson Air Force Base, but the area is also perfect
for those simply seeking an active lifestyle: El Paso County has
been called one of the healthiest counties in America. Recreational
activity options abound, with miles of nearby trails for hiking,
biking, and horse riding.
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Housing stats: The
number of households in the ZIP grew by 19.5 percent from 2010 –
2017, and it has a home ownership rate of 80 percent among all age
groups and 68 percent among millennials. Reflecting the high
concentration of military service members in the area, 43 percent
of new mortgages in 80922 are guaranteed by the U.S. Department of
Veterans Affairs. Homes in Colorado Springs sell in 21 days, about
5 percent more quickly than last year, with a median list price of
$273,322, up 4.6 percent over last year. El Paso County is expected
to add 9,000 jobs this year, an increase of 3 percent.
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66210 Overland
Park, Kan. – Overland Park gets high marks for all the major
factors: Top-rated schools, affordable homes, and easy access to
shopping and attractions like Kansas City, Mo.'s highly rated
Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Near the juncture of I-435 and I-69,
ZIP 66210 also includes Sprint's headquarters and the Kansas City
metro area's largest office park, the 50-acre Corporate
Woods.
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Housing stats:
Millennials already comprise 20 percent of the area's households
and are the dominant buying group in the area, holding 39 percent
of new mortgages. Homes in Overland Park sell in 24 days, about 22
percent more quickly than last year, with a median list price of
$236,454, up 0.5 percent over last year. Johnson County is expected
to add 3,000 jobs this year, an increase of 1 percent.
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92126 Mira
Mesa – ZIP 92126 encompasses the San Diego community of Mira
Mesa, which was formerly populated mainly by military families of
the nearby Marine Corps Air Station, Miramar – where many Top Gun
flight scenes were filmed. Recently, Mira Mesa has become a booming
area with a diverse populace and wide variety of independent
stores, restaurants and microbreweries. Located 15 minutes from the
beach and bordered by a 5,800-acre nature preserve called Mission
Trails, Mira Mesa is also a prime location for Southern
California-style recreation enthusiasts.
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Housing
stats: From 2010 – 2017, the number of households in ZIP 92126
grew by 7.4 percent, compared to 5.7 percent in the U.S. as a
whole. Homes typically sell within 22 days, about 30 percent more
quickly than last year, with a median list price of $536,394, up
2.4 percent over last year. San Diego County is expected to add
5,000 jobs this year, an increase of 0.4 percent.
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43026 Hilliard,
Ohio – A blend of small-town historical charm, museums and
local eateries, Hilliard offers great price-per-square-foot home
value and excellent schools. It also provides residents a mix of
small-town historical charm, museums and local eateries. On top of
that, it's a quick trip to Columbus, which is home to Ohio State
University, multiple Fortune 500 Companies and the newly opened
Scioto Mile, a sprawling park in the heart of the
city.
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Housing
stats: The dominant buyer segment in ZIP 43026 is millennials,
who hold 41 percent of new mortgages and have a 59 percent home
ownership rate. Homes in Hilliard sell in 25 days, about 37 percent
more quickly than last year, with a median list price of $259,011,
up 24.8 percent over last year. Franklin County is expected to add
16,000 jobs this year, an increase of 3 percent.
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