The asking price per square foot in the 38 metro areas tracked by brokerage Movoto increased an average 12% in the 12 months through March. That's just an average, though; eight of the markets are cheaper now.
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The three below are also forecast to have gains over the next year above the 4% national average projected by Fiserv.
Greatest decline in listing price per square foot
Chicago: Declined 15% last year, forecast to increase 6% next year
Charleston, S.C.: Declined 4% last year, forecast to increase 5% next year
New Orleans: Declined 3% last year, forecast to increase 7% next year
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| Overnight Avg Rate | Latest | Change | Last Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 yr fixed | 4.16% | 3.94% | |
| 15 yr fixed | 3.33% | 3.08% | |
| 5/1 ARM | 2.76% | 2.74% | |
| 30 yr refi | 4.00% | 3.93% | |
| 15 yr refi | 3.13% | 3.07% |
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