Redfin reports that America’s housing is aging, with few new homes built, driving up prices in cities like Buffalo and New York.
NewHomeSource reports that notable cities for 55+ homebuyers in 2025 include Atlanta, Jacksonville, and Sacramento, while demand cools in New York and Los Angeles.
SmartAsset ranked 342 of the largest U.S. cities based on the median monthly gross rental and housing costs—including add-ons like utilities, insurance, maintenance and taxes—to help people most accurately evaluate the ongoing costs of buying versus renting.