Top Realtor Websites of 2017: Affordable Metros for Homebuyers

The real estate market has become increasingly competitive in recent years, making it challenging for homebuyers to find affordable options. However, there are certain metropolitan areas that offer a more balanced housing market, with prices and sales growth that make them attractive to buyers. In this article, we will explore the top Realtor websites of 2017 and highlight the most affordable metros for homebuyers.

The list of top metro areas can be split into two groups based on distinct trends. While the same criteria are used to identify the top markets, the factors driving them to this position differ. The top markets are ranked on a combination of expected sales and price growth in 2024. Interestingly, San Diego and Los Angeles made it to the top list of larger housing markets that were most-improved in our September 2023 Hottest Markets list.

Other top 10 markets that also appeared on our October 2023 Hottest Housing Markets list include Rochester and Springfield. Worcester, which has slightly underperformed compared to initial expectations, remains one of the hottest markets in the country and landed at number 20 on the Fall 2023 Wall Street Journal/ Emerging Housing Markets Index.

Toledo, Grand Rapids, and Worcester also appeared on our list of top 2023 predicted housing markets and are projected to finish in 4th, 11th, and 32nd place, respectively. These areas offer a unique combination of affordability and growth potential, making them attractive to homebuyers.

The top 10 metropolitan areas for 2024 have been ranked based on their summed expected sale and price growth rates. The western metros are far below these levels (-20% to -35% below), while all other metros are expected to see sales in 2024 at levels not only below the heightened activity of 2021-2022 but also below the pre-pandemic period of 2017-2019.

Some markets are poised to repeat their top performance, including Oxnard, CA, Toledo, OH, Riverside, CA, Bakersfield, CA, Las Vegas, NV, San Diego, CA, Springfield, MA, and Sacramento, CA. These areas offer a unique combination of affordability and growth potential, making them attractive to homebuyers.

In conclusion, the top Realtor websites of 2017 highlight the most affordable metros for homebuyers. By understanding the trends and factors driving these markets, buyers can make informed decisions when purchasing a home. Whether you're looking for a starter home or an investment property, these areas offer a unique combination of affordability and growth potential that makes them attractive to buyers.

* National Association of Realtors

* Wall Street Journal

* Emerging Housing Markets Index

Top realtor websites 2017