New-Construction Projects

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Housing Markets

20 Housing Markets Seeing the Most Residential Growth

With a more than 106% change in the value of new housing, Las Vegas is among the metros seeing the fastest growth in home construction

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Single-Family Homes

Single-Family Build Time Grew in 2023

The amount of time it takes to complete a single-family home increased primarily due to stricter regulations and a shortage of construction workers

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Market Data + Trends

July Sees Uptick in New-Home Sales

This growth can be attributed to new-home price cuts, higher inventory, and buyer incentives

Market Data + Trends

Home Starts in Age-Restricted Communities Drop Year-Over-Year

Despite long-term growth in the sector, the number of age-restricted home starts in 2023 fell by 17%

Market Data + Trends

Slowdown in Housing Starts Continues in July

This summer saw a dip in housing starts. A decrease in building permits could signal even fewer starts in the coming months

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Design

A Boutique Condominium Development Tackles a Challenging Infill Site

Irregular infill lots are becoming the norm for local developers and builders around Seattle. Such sites demand creative design solutions, and Steeple Rock Condominiums delivers

Market Data + Trends

Survey Indicates Growing Support for Middle Housing Development

Most homeowners are in favor of ADUs, duplexes, and other types of middle housing development if they will improve inventory

Government + Policy

HUD Announces $100M in Funding for Program Aimed at Boosting Housing Production

The program is intended to reduce barriers to housing development and make homes more affordable

A residential community under construction

Innovation

3D Printed Community of 100 Homes Nears Completion in Texas

ICON says the 3D printing techniques used in the project allow for a quicker process with less waste and fewer workers

A 3-D printer prints the walls of a single-family home

New-Construction Projects

What Impact Does New-Home Construction Have on the US Housing Market?

Prices for new-build homes are increasing overall, but not in every local housing market

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Housing Markets

June Housing Market Snapshot: Home Sales Drop Year-Over-Year While Inventory Keeps Rising

Texas and Florida have seen the strongest growth in inventory

New-Construction Projects

For Exterior Walls, Stucco Still Rules

Stucco ranks as the most popular exterior wall material on new single-family homes, while fewer home builders are using wood and stone as the primary material