The average price per square foot of floor space in new single-family housing in the United States decreased after the great financial crisis, followed by several years of stagnation. Since 2012, the price has continuously risen, hitting ****** U.S. dollars per square foot in 2024. In 2024, the average sales price of a new home exceeded ******* U.S. dollars. Development of house sales in the U.S. One of the reasons for rising property prices is the gradual growth of house sales between 2011 and 2020. This period was marked by the gradual recovery following the subprime mortgage crisis and a growing housing sentiment. Another significant factor for the housing demand was the growing number of new household formations each year. Despite this trend, housing transactions plummeted in 2021, amid soaring prices and borrowing costs. In 2021, the average construction cost for single-family housing rose by nearly ** percent year-on-year, and in 2022, the increase was even higher, at close to ** percent. Financing a house purchase Mortgage interest rates in the U.S. rose dramatically in 2022 and remained elevated until 2024. In 2020, a homebuyer could lock in a 30-year fixed interest rate of under ***** percent, whereas in 2024, the average rate for the same mortgage type was more than twice higher. That has led to a decline in homebuyer sentiment, and an increasing share of the population pessimistic about buying a home in the current market.

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Prices for luxury housing in July 2024 were slightly lower than the market peak in 2021 and 2022. Luxury single-family properties had a median square footage price of *** U.S. dollars in July 2024, down from *** U.S. dollars in July 2022. Attached houses, on the other hand, had a median price of *** U.S. dollars per square foot, down from *** U.S. dollars in July 2021.

In 2022, San Mateo, San Francisco, and Santa Clara were the most expensive districts for housing in the San Francisco Bay Area. In San Francisco, the average square footage price of single-family homes exceeded 1,000 U.S. dollars per square foot. Housing in Solano, on the other hand, was most affordable, with the average square footage price for single family homes at *** U.S. dollars.

How expensive is buying a home in San Francisco? Few metros in the U.S. are more expensive than San Francisco, CA. In 2022, the median sales price of existing single-family homes in San Francisco was about *** million U.S. dollars, making it the second priciest market in the U.S. House prices in the Golden City, were not always so high: in 2014, a two-bedroom house in the Bay Area would sell for less than ******* U.S. dollars but since then, the median price has more than doubled.

How much does renting an apartment cost? Despite rents falling in 2020, renting in San Francisco is still far from cheap. Renting a two-bedroom apartment cost close to ***** U.S. dollars in 2021. California is one of the least affordable states for renters. In fact, to afford to rent such an apartment, a household needs approximately ***** full time jobs at minimum wage or *** full time jobs at mean wage.

The average price per square foot of floor space in new single-family houses in South, United States increased from 2000 to 2021. In 2021, the average price for a new single-family house in that region was approximately *** U.S. dollars per square foot of floor space.

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This statistic shows the price per square foot in selected prime residential markets worldwide in 2018. Hong Kong was the most expensive residential market globally with average prime residential values of ***** U.S. dollars per square foot.

The average price per square foot of floor space in new single-family houses in Midwest, United States increased from 2000 to 2021. In 2021, the average price for a new single-family house in that region was approximately *** U.S. dollars per square foot of floor space.

The average price for residential real estate in Manhattan, New York increased for luxury, new developments, and condos. Conversely, prices for re-sale and co-op properties declined slightly. In the third quarter of 2024, the average square footage price for a re-sale property was ***** U.S. dollars per square foot.

Housing Inventory: Median Listing Price per Square Feet in Virginia was 231.00000 U.S. $ in July of 2025, according to the United States Federal Reserve. Historically, Housing Inventory: Median Listing Price per Square Feet in Virginia reached a record high of 235.00000 in May of 2025 and a record low of 131.00000 in December of 2016. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for Housing Inventory: Median Listing Price per Square Feet in Virginia - last updated from the United States Federal Reserve on September of 2025.

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Between 2020 and 2022, the average square footage price of one-to-three family homes in Queens, New York increased. Existing condo prices, on the other hand, fell from ***** U.S. dollars per square foot in the ********************* to *** U.S. dollars per square foot in the *********************.

Geneva stands out as Europe's most expensive city for apartment purchases in early 2025, with prices reaching a staggering 15,720 euros per square meter. This Swiss city's real estate market dwarfs even high-cost locations like Zurich and London, highlighting the extreme disparities in housing affordability across the continent. The stark contrast between Geneva and more affordable cities like Nantes, France, where the price was 3,700 euros per square meter, underscores the complex factors influencing urban property markets in Europe. Rental market dynamics and affordability challenges While purchase prices vary widely, rental markets across Europe also show significant differences. London maintained its position as the continent's priciest city for apartment rentals in 2023, with the average monthly costs for a rental apartment amounting to 36.1 euros per square meter. This figure is double the rent in Lisbon, Portugal or Madrid, Spain, and substantially higher than in other major capitals like Paris and Berlin. The disparity in rental costs reflects broader economic trends, housing policies, and the intricate balance of supply and demand in urban centers. Economic factors influencing housing costs The European housing market is influenced by various economic factors, including inflation and energy costs. As of April 2025, the European Union's inflation rate stood at 2.4 percent, with significant variations among member states. Romania experienced the highest inflation at 4.9 percent, while France and Cyprus maintained lower rates. These economic pressures, coupled with rising energy costs, contribute to the overall cost of living and housing affordability across Europe. The volatility in electricity prices, particularly in countries like Italy where rates are projected to reach 153.83 euros per megawatt hour by February 2025, further impacts housing-related expenses for both homeowners and renters.

In 2024, the average square footage price of condos and new development condos in Brooklyn, NY declined slightly. Prices of one-to-three family homes, on the other hand, increased from *** U.S. dollars per square foot in the third quarter of 2023 to *** U.S. dollars in the third quarter of 2024.

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Housing Inventory: Median Listing Price per Square Feet in Altoona, PA (CBSA) was 102.00000 U.S. $ in August of 2025, according to the United States Federal Reserve. Historically, Housing Inventory: Median Listing Price per Square Feet in Altoona, PA (CBSA) reached a record high of 109.00000 in April of 2025 and a record low of 71.00000 in December of 2016. Trading Economics provides the current actual value, an historical data chart and related indicators for Housing Inventory: Median Listing Price per Square Feet in Altoona, PA (CBSA) - last updated from the United States Federal Reserve on September of 2025.

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House prices in the historical center of Rome were, unsurprisingly, the highest in the whole city. Indeed, residential properties in the city center could fetch on average ***** euros per square meter. This figure is more than double the average price for a residential property recorded in the entire city. Pricey districts in Italy Rome is not the only city in Italy where many people would want to live, with fancy and attractive districts. In fact, Milan is the city that boasts the districts with the highest prices in the country. Furthermore, the districts of San Marco and Rialto in Venice are also very on demand: a residential property in the most central areas of the city island cost over ***** euros per square meter. Residential real estate in Italy House prices in Italy decreased steadily since 2012, and so did interest rates on new mortgage loans. These favorable conditions brought new life to the residential real estate market in the country. The number of transactions increased steadily after reaching an all-time low in 2013. Moreover, low prices in many Italian cities attract individuals interested in purchasing residential real estate for investment.