ZipRealty Reveals 2008's Most Searched ZIP Codes for U.S. Home Buyers
December 31 2008 - 8:00AM
Marketwired
Phoenix-proper, nearby Scottsdale and Chandler, Ariz. were the
nation's hottest markets in 2008 for prospective homebuyers,
according to a recent survey of most-searched ZIP codes in 35 U.S.
markets served by popular online search and brokerage site
ZipRealty (NASDAQ: ZIPR) (www.ZipRealty.com). Overall, five of the
top-ten most searched neighborhoods were in Phoenix and the
surrounding areas.
In a volatile year for the housing market, ZipRealty's data
analysts surveyed the most searched homebuyer markets across its
extensive database and identified those most popular to consumers.
In addition to Phoenix, others in the top-ten included: Irvine and
Huntington Beach, Calif. (both in Orange County), Summerlin and
Henderson (both suburbs of Las Vegas), and Atlanta-proper. See
below for full list.
Most Searched ZIP Codes in ZipRealty's 35 Markets
1. Phoenix - Phoenix
2. Phoenix - Scottsdale
3. Phoenix - Chandler
4. Orange County - Irvine
5. Las Vegas - Summerlin
6. Phoenix - Mesa
7. Orlando - Orlando
8. Phoenix - Gilbert
9. Atlanta - Atlanta
10. Las Vegas - Henderson - Green Valley
ZipRealty also identified the most popular areas among the
site's top ten metro markets. For San Francisco Bay Area, the
bedroom community of Fremont topped the list, while in Los Angeles,
Santa Monica was most popular. Newton grabbed the top spot in
Boston, and Irvine again made the list for Orange County. Here is
the full list:
Most Popular Community Searches in Top Ten Metropolitan Areas
1. San Francisco - Fremont
2. Los Angeles - Santa Monica
3. Boston - Newton
4. Orange County - Irvine
5. San Diego - Chula Vista
6. Miami - Fort Lauderdale
7. Seattle - Bellevue
8. Dallas - Dallas
9. Chicago - Naperville
10. New York - Manhattan
"Even with the slowdown in home sales, it's important to
remember how many people are still looking, and this survey
provides a snapshot as to where they were looking in 2008,"
explained CEO Pat Lashinsky. "As we move in to 2009, ZipRealty will
continue to provide the most accurate information and tools to help
home buyers and sellers, and make the process as transparent and
easy as possible."
About ZipRealty, Inc.
ZipRealty is a full-service residential real estate brokerage
firm. The Company utilizes its user-friendly Web site and employee
real estate agents to provide homebuyers and sellers with
high-quality service and value. ZipRealty's Web site provides users
with access to comprehensive local Multiple Listing Service home
listings data, as well as other relevant market and neighborhood
information. The Company's proprietary business management system
and technology platform help to reduce costs, allowing the Company
to pass on significant savings to consumers. Founded in 1999, the
company operates in 35 major markets in 20 states and the District
of Columbia. For more information on ZipRealty, visit
www.ziprealty.com or call 1-800-CALL-ZIP.
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