1. Colonial homes make up nearly half of active listings. 2. Mediterranean homes have the highest median list price of $725,000. 3. Ranch homes are the most affordable, averaging $369,000. 4. Colonial homes saw a price increase of 5.6% over the past year. 5. Craftsman and Ranch homes have appreciated over 43% since 2019.
While data indicates stable prices across segments, there's no strong momentum for NWS investors specifically. Previous trends show fluctuations, and current insights suggest mixed material impact.
This article provides insights into home pricing dynamics linked to the real estate segment of NWS. It highlights architectural trends indicating potential shifts in buyer preferences which could influence long-term business strategy for NWS.
Trends observed directly impact home valuation short-term. For instance, buyers gravitating toward affordable homes could influence market interest in NWS acquisitions.
AUSTIN, Texas, June 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A new analysis from Realtor.com® reveals how architectural style can reflect everything from your home's price to its location, size and age. Drawing on thousands of single-family listings from May 2025, the report dives into six key architectural categories to spotlight the most common, and most costly, styles across the country.
"Architecture isn't just about aesthetics, it often reflects where and when a home was built, and what buyers prioritized," said Hannah Jones, Senior Economic Research Analyst, Realtor.com®. "This report highlights the rich diversity of American housing styles and helps consumers understand how design trends intersect with affordability and demand."
Location plays a big role in determining what style of home buyers are likely to find:
| Style | May 2025 National Share | Top Metros by Share of U.S. Active Listings by Style |
|---|---|---|
| Colonial/American Traditional | 49.8 % | Houston, TX (9.0%), Atlanta, GA (8.7%), Dallas, TX (4.5%) |
| Ranch Style | 34.1 % | Atlanta, GA (6.2%), Cape Coral, FL (5.0%), Phoenix, AZ (3.7%) |
| Modern | 13.3 % | Los Angeles, CA (10.0%), Tucson, AZ (5.8%), Atlanta, GA (4.6%) |
| Craftsman | 11.8 % | Atlanta (14.2%), Portland (4.0%), Detroit (3.7%) |
| Mediterranean | 4.1 % | Los Angeles, CA (14.8%), Miami, FL (9.2%), Riverside, CA (8.4%) |
| English-Inspired | 1.5 % | New York, NY (8.7%), Houston, TX (5.2%), Los Angeles, CA (4.0%) |
| Style | Median List Price | 1-Year Change | 6-Year Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colonial/American Traditional | $449,000 | +5.6 % | +28.3 % |
| Craftsman | $467,000 | +3.8 % | +43.7 % |
| Ranch Style | $369,000 | +3.9 % | +44.7 % |
| Modern | $629,995 | +1.9 % | +43.5 % |
| English-Inspired | $634,900 | +4.1 % | +27.0 % |
| Mediterranean | $725,000 | 0.0 % | +36.8 % |
The Realtor.com economics team took a look at popular architectural styles across the U.S. to understand how different home styles vary in price, size, price appreciation, location and age. The analysis leveraged active single-family home inventory in each year studied, including year-to-date in 2025. Home styles were identified via MLS listing attributes from the realtor.com listings database.
Realtor.com® pioneered online real estate and has been at the forefront for over 25 years, connecting buyers, sellers, and renters with trusted insights, professional guidance and powerful tools to help them find their perfect home. Recognized as the No. 1 site trusted by real estate professionals, Realtor.com® is a valued partner, delivering consumer connections and a robust suite of marketing tools to support business growth. Realtor.com® is operated by News Corp [Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA] [ASX: NWS, NWSLV] subsidiary Move, Inc.
Mallory Micetich, mallory@example.com
SOURCE Realtor.com