These Are the Hottest Places to Buy a Home in the U.S. in 2026

Peabody, MA (ZIP 01960) tops the hottest ZIP codes in America, with homes generating over four times the national average views and selling in 20 days. The median listing price is $600,000, with buyers having a median credit score of 747 and a 14% down payment. Montclair, NJ ranks second with a median price of $1.05 million. The top 10 ZIPs are all in the Northeast and Midwest, where homes often sell at or above asking price. Newcomers include Lititz, PA; North Haven, CT; and New Berlin, WI.