A new report reveals where buyers are moving fast
Beverly, Massachusetts (01915), has claimed the top spot in Realtor.com’s 2025 Hottest ZIP Codes in America report. The ranking highlights suburban areas in the Northeast and Midwest attracting homebuyers with a mix of lifestyle appeal, relative affordability, and proximity to major economic centers.
“In a year when affordability challenges and limited inventory continue to weigh on buyers, the ZIP codes rising to the top of our list stand out for offering both strong value and livability,” said Danielle Hale, chief economist at Realtor.com.
“Once again, the Northeast and Midwest dominate, driven by buyers from high-cost metros looking for relief without sacrificing access to jobs and amenities.”
Listings in the top ZIPs drew 3.6 times more views and sold up to 42 days faster than the US average. Homes in these areas sold between 30 and 42 days faster, generating 3.3 to 5.2 times more views per listing.
Seven of the top 10 ZIPs had median listing prices above the national average of $441,000 as of June, but six were still more affordable than their surrounding metro areas. In Boston and New York metros, Beverly, Mass., and Wayne, N.J., offered more attainable suburban options.
Top 10 ZIP codes of 2025
- Beverly, Mass. (01915) – $746,000
- Marlton, N.J. (08053) – $495,000
- Leominster, Mass. (01453) – $441,000
- Ballwin, Mo. (63021) – $350,000
- Wayne, N.J. (07470) – $664,000
- Strongsville, Ohio (44149) – $423,000
- Trumbull, Conn. (06611) – $666,000
- Cumberland, R.I. (02864) – $534,000
- South Windsor, Conn. (06074) – $406,000
- Bexley, Ohio (43209) – $439,000
Home shoppers from major metros are fueling demand. New York City was the top source of out-of-area views for three ZIPs, Boston for four, and Washington, D.C., for two. Only three ZIPs—Beverly, Ballwin, and Wayne—had more local than out-of-area interest.
Buyers in these markets have a median household income of $114,000, an average credit score of 759, and down payments ranging from $42,000 to $143,000, compared with the national $30,000. The median age of household heads is 56, and homeownership rates average 75.2%, well above the national 65.1%.
Hale noted that many of the top ZIPs feature newer or infill construction, underscoring “the critical role of new and infill construction in meeting today’s buyer demand—even in a tough market”
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