Analyzing the Current Housing Market: ResiClub Partners with Epum
Introduction
The commercial real estate landscape continues to evolve, and understanding these shifts is crucial for stakeholders. Today, we spotlight a new partnership between ResiClub and Epum, a pioneering real estate research lab aiming to track commercial real estate projects in the U.S.
What is Epum?
Epum is an innovative platform dedicated to providing in-depth insights into commercial real estate (CRE) projects, including single-family rentals and purpose-built housing. Their technology focuses on:
- Real-time tracking of site plan approvals
- Visualization of rezonings and special exceptions for new developments
- Comprehensive analysis of housing projects in various stages, from planning to construction
With this new alliance, ResiClub readers can harness the power of Epum’s extensive data analytics.
Exclusive Offer for ResiClub Readers
To celebrate this collaboration, ResiClub is offering a 10% discount on subscriptions to Epum. Use the code ResiClub22025 to take advantage of this limited-time offer.
Understanding Housing Market Dynamics
The housing market operates on a scale indicating market strength:
- Score of 70 or above: Strong seller’s market
- Score from 55 to 69: Seller’s market
- Score from 44 to 55: Neutral market
- Score from 28 to 44: Buyer’s market
- Score of 27 or below: Strong buyer’s market
According to Zillow’s February 2025 reading, the national housing market is currently rated at 54, indicating a neutral market.
Interactive Housing Market Map
For an interactive visual of the housing market trends, check out the Zillow Housing Map.
Hottest Housing Markets
Among the 250 largest housing markets, the following are currently leading, favoring sellers:
- Rochester, NY: 169
- Buffalo, NY: 113
- San Jose, CA: 112
- San Francisco, CA: 105
- Syracuse, NY: 99
- Hartford, CT: 95
- Ann Arbor, MI: 90
- Boston, MA: 89
- Bridgeport, CT: 89
- Seattle, WA: 86
Coldest Housing Markets
Conversely, here are the markets where buyers hold the advantage:
- Jackson, TN: 9
- Gulfport, MS: 18
- Macon, GA: 23
- Daphne, AL: 25
- Brownsville, TX: 26
- Beaumont, TX: 26
- Longview, TX: 26
- Naples, FL: 28
- Punta Gorda, FL: 30
- Panama City, FL: 30
Insights from ResiClub Analysis
Does ResiClub align with Zillow’s Findings?
Yes, the trends observed by Zillow reflect significant regional shifts. Particularly in areas surrounding the Gulf Coast, buyers are gaining prominence, while markets in parts of the Northeast and Midwest continue to empower sellers.
From a personal analysis perspective, Southwest Florida presents as the softest area in the U.S. housing market, followed closely by markets around Austin and San Antonio.
Historical Perspective: February 2022
To understand the current dynamics, it’s worthwhile to compare with data from February 2022 during the peak of the Pandemic Housing Boom:
View Zillow’s February 2022 Market Heat Index.
Benefits of ResiClub PRO Membership
High-value insights for ResiClub PRO members include:
- Exclusive research articles: Three additional subscriber-only articles each week
- Monthly webinars: Tailored content to enhance your real estate knowledge
- Access to detailed housing trackers: Includes metro and county-level price and inventory analytics
- Subscriber-only rankings and reports: Receive critical insights to make informed decisions
Conclusion
The current market trends illustrate significant variations across the U.S. Understanding these dynamics, paired with Epum’s data-driven insights, equips ResiClub readers to navigate the evolving housing landscape effectively.
For more information and to explore Epum’s powerful toolset, check out their product demo here.
This article integrates essential aspects of real estate research and market analytics, providing readers with valuable insights into the current state of the housing market.