Young vs. old. What’s your preference?
We’re not talking about people, we’re talking about the age of a house.
The research team at This Old House analyzed data on the median year housing units were built from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey to explore what regions and cities in the United States have the oldest housing stock and which ones have the newest.
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The analysis examined the 150 most populous metropolitan areas to identify where modern builds are thriving.
One of the findings: The Naples-Marco Island market is hot for buyers looking for new home construction.
Key Findings for Naples-Marco Island:
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Naples-Marco Island is in the top tier of Metros with the youngest homes.
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The median home in Naples-Marco Island was built in 2000. The national average was built in 1981.
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With a median home age of25 years, Naples-Marco Island is attracting homebuyers who prioritize energy efficiency, low maintenance, and modern amenities.
National Trends:
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The median U.S. home is 44 years old today. That means many first-time buyers are walking into decades-old infrastructure, often requiring immediate investment in repairs.
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The oldest homes are located in the Northeast, where the median age of homes is 60 years, while the South, fueled by a population surge, has the youngest housing stock (36 years).
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Nevada has the youngest homes, with a median construction year of 1997, while New York has the oldest houses, built in 1959 on average.
This Old House noted in the analysis: With numerous natural disasters—and the corresponding home damage—to contend with, homeowners in southern metros tend to endure multiple instances of rebuilding. The resulting cycle of new construction lowers the average age of homes within these metros, although there may still be plenty of older homes still standing.
This article originally appeared on Naples Daily News: What’s the average price of a home in Naples, Marco Island, Florida?
