Providence is Ranked the 4th Hottest Real Estate Market in America
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Key Points:
- Zillow has ranked Providence as the 4th hottest real estate market in the U.S. for 2026, citing strong buyer demand, fast-moving listings, and limited price cuts as key factors.
- The top five hottest markets predicted by Zillow include Hartford, Buffalo, New York City, Providence, and San Jose, with Hartford leading in home value appreciation and sales above list price.
- Hartford stands out with a 63% drop in inventory compared to pre-pandemic levels and over 66% of homes selling above list price in 2025, indicating intense buyer competition.
- Zillow’s rankings are based on multiple metrics including home price appreciation forecasts, inventory levels, days on market, employment changes, building permits, and buyer competition indicators like
