Despite rising homelessness in the U.S., millions of homes remain vacant. This article explores the distribution of vacant homes, the reasons behind the crisis, and potential solutions to bridge the gap.
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From New York’s towering skyscrapers to Chicago’s sprawling business districts, America’s cities are grappling with a new kind of emptiness. Dive into our comprehensive analysis of office vacancies across the nation, and uncover the geographic patterns of this urban transformation.
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Texas’s vast private ranches, some larger than small countries, tell a story of pioneering spirit and land stewardship. From traditional cattle operations to modern diversified enterprises, these massive properties shape the state’s landscape and economy.
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Discover the most and least affordable ZIP codes across the United States for local residents to purchase homes. From the budget-friendly options in Flint, Michigan, to the lavish estates of Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, explore the stark contrasts in housing affordability. Whether it’s the bustling streets of New York City or the vibrant communities of Chicago and Philadelphia, uncover the diverse landscape of housing affordability nationwide.
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When purchasing a house, the crucial factor is its location. The geographic placement significantly influences the property’s value, exemplified by the substantial price contrast between a $1.3 million studio apartment in New York City and a spacious mansion selling for less than half a million in a serene rural town.
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The origins of skyscrapers can be traced to the late 19th century, notably in Chicago, often referred to as the “birthplace of skyscrapers,” where the Home Insurance Building was constructed in 1885. While its ten-story height may appear modest by contemporary standards, this landmark marked a pivotal moment in architectural history by introducing innovative steel frame construction techniques that ushered in the era of vertical architecture.
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Moving to a new country is an exciting opportunity. According to the UN’s World Migration Report, 281 million people (or 3.6% of the world’s population) lived outside their country of origin in 2020. But which countries do residents of each world nation want to buy property in?
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A neighborhood is a shared cultural hallucination with a direct bearing on the property prices therein. The value of a home due to its presence in a particular neighborhood is a complex calculation of position, crime rates, school results, home sizes, amenities and the je ne sais quoi of desirability that changes with the times.
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Times are weird on the property market — and on a global scale. The COVID pandemic radically shook up our view of where and how we desired to live, and it also fundamentally changed many peoples’ options for doing so. On balance, prices grew; but now, in the fallout of the pandemic and with the added complication of the energy crisis and war in Ukraine, they’re on their way down.
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House prices in Florida, Texas, Arizona, Tennessee, North and South Carolina saw a significant boost that outweighed the national average. Of all the U.S. states, the most drastic increase in average home prices can be observed in Florida.
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