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Zillow Market Heat Index: Understanding Housing Market Dynamics
Zillow employs an economic model called the Market Heat Index to evaluate housing market competitiveness across the U.S. This model assesses several key indicators, including:
- Home price fluctuations
- Inventory levels
- Average days on the market
Market Scoring System
- 70 and above: Strong sellers market
- 55 to 69: Sellers market
- 44 to 55: Neutral market
- 28 to 44: Buyers market
- 27 and below: Strong buyers market
According to Zillow, the national housing market is rated 55 as of March 2025, indicating a balance leaning slightly in favor of sellers.
Regional Trends
Zillow’s analysis shows considerable variation across different regions. Click here for an interactive map showcasing the market dynamics across the country.
Hottest and Coldest Markets in the U.S.
Among the 250 largest metropolitan areas, here are the top 10 hottest markets (where sellers are in a commanding position):
- Rochester, NY — Rating: 185
- Buffalo, NY — Rating: 128
- Syracuse, NY — Rating: 102
- Hartford, CT — Rating: 99
- Charleston, WV — Rating: 97
- Albany, NY — Rating: 95
- Manchester, NH — Rating: 92
- Ann Arbor, MI — Rating: 92
- Poughkeepsie, NY — Rating: 91
- Boston, MA — Rating: 89
Conversely, the following are the coldest markets, favoring buyers:
- Jackson, TN — Rating: 16
- Gulfport, MS — Rating: 24
- Brownsville, TX — Rating: 26
- Macon, GA — Rating: 26
- Daphne, AL — Rating: 27
- Beaumont, TX — Rating: 28
- Naples, FL — Rating: 28
- Cape Coral, FL — Rating: 30
- Panama City, FL — Rating: 30
- Punta Gorda, FL — Rating: 32
Are Zillow’s Assessments Accurate?
ResiClub believes Zillow’s assessments accurately reflect market conditions:
“Zillow has effectively identified regional markets where buyers have gained leverage, especially in areas like the Gulf. Simultaneously, it highlights regions such as the Northeast and Midwest where sellers maintain a stronger position.”
Personal analyses indicate areas like Southwest Florida and specific Texas markets are currently softer in terms of housing demand.
Historical Context: Zillow 2022
For comparison, Zillow’s Market Heat Index in March 2022 was markedly different. As the pandemic housing boom peaked, market dynamics shifted considerably.
Key Features for ResiClub PRO Members
- Access to three additional subscriber-exclusive housing research articles weekly.
- Participation in the monthly ResiClub PRO Webinar.
- Insight into county-level pricing and inventory analysis.
- Utilization of ResiClub branded charts in your marketing materials.
Current Trends in Resale Markets
Monthly U.S. Existing Home Sales: As of March 2025, sales are running at an annualized rate of 4.02 million. Maintaining this pace indicates a steady yet constrained resale market.
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