Eileen Woods

Ten years ago, there were only seven communities, plus a subsection of Boston, at or above that price point. Now there are 40, not including sections of Boston.

Portland, Maine, was the only New England city that cracked the top 10. By Eileen Woods If you want to start your career off on a high note, move to Atlanta.

Experts offer tips on how to save energy and money, including air-drying your laundry even when it's cold outside.

The average cost for a one-bedroom apartment in Boston is $2,750, a far cry from what it was last winter.

Among the nation's housing markets: Metro Boston, which ranked No. 16 in 2023, fell 15 spots, while Worcester climbed 11 spots to No. 17.

Boston dropped one spot, making it the fourth-priciest rental market in the nation. Thanks, New Jersey.

The bad news: They broke records in July. The good news: The increases were modest and are less than what buyers paid in June.

ZIPs: "Buyers have honed in on affordable Midwest and well-located Northeast metros that offer some combination of value and desirability."

An increase in the number of active listings and the number of days condos are sitting on the market offer buyers hope.

There are deals to be had in Dorchester and Back Bay. By Eileen Woods