What’s in store for the housing market and home buyers in 2016? Find out with Zillow's predictions for the year.

1. Zillow’s 6 Real Estate
Predictions for 2016

2. Here are Zillow’s predictions for 2016.
Each year, Zillow predicts
housing market trends for the
year to come.

3. 1
In the ‘80s, the median age was 30 years old.
Now, the median age is 33.
First-time buyers entering
the market will be older
than ever.

4. 2
which will make it difficult for low-income Americans to become
homeowners.
Home values are rising faster
than incomes,

5. 3
according to the latest Zillow Home Price Expectations Survey.
Home value growth will
be around 3.5% in 2016,

6. 4
The current median rent in the U.S. is $1,382.
Rents are predicted to reach
new highs in 2016.

7. 5
and look to the suburbs for more affordable living.
People will move outside
of the city

8. 6
Hot spots will be dense, walkable
suburbs with urban amenities.

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