10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
10 worst real-estate markets for 2009 - Los Angeles (1) - FORTUNE

10 worst real-estate markets for 2009

The housing market hasn't bottomed out yet. For the third quarter, the closely-watched S&P Case-Shiller national home-price index fell 16.6%, and experts are predicting further declines. Of the top 100 markets, here are 10 with the worst forecasts.

1 of 10
BACKNEXT
1. Los Angeles
Los Angeles
2008 median house price: $375,340
2009 projected change: -24.9%
2010 projected change: -5.1%

The median home price in the L.A.-Long Beach-Glendale metro area is projected to fall nearly 25% in 2009 - the biggest drop in the country.

NEXT: Stockton, Calif.
Last updated December 22 2008: 4:43 PM ET
Source: Sources: National Association of Realtors; Moody's Economy.com
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer
* : Time reflects local markets trading time.† - Intraday data delayed 15 minutes for Nasdaq, and 20 minutes for other exchanges.• Disclaimer