CT Dominates Zillow's Most Popular Markets Of 2024

CONNECTICUT — Four Connecticut cities and towns are among the hottest real estate markets in the country. Most of those on the list were exurbs, "smaller towns situated beyond the suburbs yet within commuting distance of a major metropolitan area," according to Zillow.

The four Connecticut municipalities on the list were Stamford, Bridgeport, New Haven, and Waterbury.

Milford was also named the most popular coastal city. Nearby West Haven was ranked second.

"With 17 miles of coastline along Long Island Sound, the area has plenty of seaside attractions, including beaches, parks, boating and more," Zillow wrote about Milford.

The increase in hybrid work is likely contributing to the popularity of Northeastern exurbs, according to Zillow. This has led to more people discovering "hidden gem cities that they may have previously overlooked when daily commutes were standard."

Communities in the top 10 also struck a balance of affordability with lifestyle amenities.

The real estate website determined the nation's popularity leaders by analyzing housing metrics that reflect consumer demand, such as pageviews, home value growth, and how quickly homes sell.

Here are the top 10 most popular markets of 2024:

1. Manchester, New Hampshire
2. Rockford, Illinois
3. Stamford, Connecticut
4. Columbia, Maryland
5. Bridgeport, Connecticut
6. Allentown, Pennsylvania
7. Peoria, Illinois
8. New Haven, Connecticut
9. Waterbury, Connecticut
10. Sunnyvale, California

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