Resonance Consultancy, a real estate and tourism consulting firm, released a report ranking the top 100 best cities in the world.
As we wrap up 2024, we took one more look around Indiana at the current state of the real estate market.
Strategists at Redfin, Fanny Mae and others told USA TODAY they expect the mortgage rate to remain in the mid-6% range throughout 2025, with national home prices predicted to rise anywhere from 1.5% to 4%. Find their full list of predictions here.
Indianapolis, Carmel, and Anderson made the National Association of Realtors list for the hottest housing markets of 2025, so Indiana could continue to see plenty of interested buyers in a market with a lower supply of homes than in years past.
With that in mind, here's what a home in the $500,000 to $575,000 price range looks like in December in cities around the state.
Fort Wayne architect's dream overlooking a ravine
This home in Fort Wayne centers around the unique and impressive architecture of James Sherbondy, inspired by and in the style of Frank Lloyd Wright.
With just over 4,000 sq ft of space inside, the house's many highlights include an eye-catching spiral staircase and a living area with vaulted ceilings, huge windows and a gas fireplace. On the market for $559,900, it also includes a movie room, cedar-lined sauna, wine cellar and a large 3-season room overlooking the ravine.
Outside you'll find a one-acre hickory forest with a nearby creek, stream, ravine and the wildlife to match.
Ten acres and a lakehouse in Hartford City
Looking for water views? This home for sale in Hartford City sits on over ten acres of land and features a stocked lake with its own beach and dock.
This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home has over 1,700 sq ft of space and a detached guesthouse that could make for a great Airbnb. Built in 1972, the house has an open floor plan and modern updates including a newer HVAC system.
1944 Evansville home with character and charm
At the lower end of our price range, you'll find this charming $510,000 home in Evansville with plenty of character. Built in 1944 and sitting on more than 2 acres, the home is surrounded by woods and perched on the top of a ridge.
You're greeted by original log construction and a beautiful tiled glassed-in porch as you enter. Once inside you'll find plenty of space, with 5 bedrooms, 3 baths and a hair under 3,000 sq ft. The eat-in kitchen is large with great views of the woods and a 1,300 sq. ft. wrap-around deck.
Remodeled lakeside home in Crown Point
This Crown Point home on the market for $540,000 is a beachfront retreat with 200 feet of shoreline complete with multiple boat slips and a covered waterside bar.
Outside the home you'll also find a new pool, wrap-around deck, hot tub and two custom bars.
Once inside, you'll find a stylish and modern 3-bedroom, 2 bath recently remodeled home with more than 2,100 sq ft of space. Whether you want to spend your time relaxing or entertaining guests, this home has tons of great features and details.
Renovated Indianapolis home offers space and comfort
If you're in the market for more space, this Indianapolis home boasts more than 3,600 sq ft with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths.
Close to Geist and listed for $539,000, this home has been updated with new flooring throughout, renovated kitchen and bathrooms, new appliances, a new deck, new garage doors, and new exterior paint. The newly finished basement offers plenty of space to get creative with space for entertaining or more room for the family to spread out.
The neighborhood also offers a 7-acre pond for residents to enjoy fishing or kayaking, as well as a neighborhood pool and tennis courts.