Short-Term Momentum Rankings

Midwest and New York Drive Near-Term Gains

The Short-Term Momentum Rankings reveal a clear regional story: the Midwest and New York are experiencing significant acceleration in home values. New York alone claims 14 spots, with counties like Madison, Oswego, and Fulton leading the charge. This widespread activity suggests a broad-based, recent uptick across these regions, likely driven by localized demand shifts and perhaps a delayed reaction to broader market trends, now showing strong near-term growth.

San Francisco's Unlikely Momentum Surge

Perhaps the biggest surprise is San Francisco County, CA, topping the list with an 8.7% projected 1-year growth. Known for its sky-high prices and recent population outflows, this top ranking suggests a sharp, recent rebound in buyer interest, likely from a specific segment of the market. Its extreme unaffordability (0.10 income/home ratio) makes this short-term acceleration particularly noteworthy, indicating a powerful, concentrated demand surge.

Affordability Fuels Illinois' Momentum

Illinois counties like Winnebago and Macon are showing strong short-term momentum, with Macon County standing out as the most affordable on the list (0.49 income/home ratio). This suggests that in some markets, recent price acceleration is being driven by a renewed focus on value. Buyers are likely flocking to these areas where homes are still relatively accessible, creating a concentrated surge in demand and pushing up near-term prices.