Georgia Has One of Zillow’s Hottest Housing Markets
It’s a new year, and if you’re looking to buy a home this year, there are certain areas in the U.S. that are better to do so. As it turns…
Getty Images / Feverpitched
Getty Images / FeverpitchedIt's a new year, and if you're looking to buy a home this year, there are certain areas in the U.S. that are better to do so. As it turns out, Georgia has one of Zillow's hottest housing markets. So, you don't have to go far to find a steal on a home, if you're looking to buy.
Before we get into our state, let's look at overall housing trends for 2003. According to Zillow, "Home value growth slowed in 2023, fueled in large part by the highest mortgage interest rates seen since 2008." They add that just "15 of the 50 largest markets are expected to see home values grow in 2024." Also, "even the fastest-growing markets of 2023 are expected to see significant slowdowns in the year to come."
The best housing market in all of America, according to Zillow, is Buffalo, New York. "Vaulting Buffalo to the top of the list are recent increases in the number of jobs created compared to the number of new homes construction projects being approved, as well as expectations for steady home values," they explain." The second place goes to Cincinnati, Ohio. That's thanks to "its high market velocity – for most months of 2023, homes that went pending in Cincinnati did so in a median of just five or six days." Columbus, Ohio; Indianapolis, Indiana; and Providence, Rhode Island found out the top five.
So, which Georgia town is one of Zillow's hottest housing markets? It's Atlanta, coming in at No. 6. It's great to see us on this map. Perhaps this will drive more people to come to Georgia and discover its beauty and all it has to offer. Other towns in the top 10 included Charlotte, North Carolina; Cleveland, Ohio; Orlando, Florida; and Tampa, Florida. Find the entire list of the hottest housing markets in America according to Zillow here.
Apple cider season is here. There's just something special about having apple cider in the fall. You can have it any season, but it just tastes better in the fall. What's more, if it's chilly out, it's extra delicious to have hot apple cider with a dash of cinnamon. So, what are some spots with the best apple cider in the U.S.?
Before we get to today's apple cider, let's look at some of the interesting history of apple cider. According to Washington State University, the very "first recorded references to cider date back to Roman times," and, "in 55 BCE Julius Caesar found the Celtic Britons fermenting cider from native crabapples. The people of northern Spain were making sidra before the birth of Christ." That's so wild to think about.
Moreover, according to SmithsonianMag.com, "Evidence of apple trees growing along the banks to the Nile River can be found dating back to about 1300 B.C., but there's no evidence that ancient Egyptians ever used them for cider. However, considering how much the Egyptians enjoyed beer (and that they were one of the first cultures to brew it), they did have some notion of the joys of fermenting alcoholic beverages."
In other words, apple cider dates back a long, long time. In fact, apples are as old as time, really. Remember the Biblical story where Eve at the apple? There you have it. Even though apples are very ancient, the way that we eat them today is not. There are so many different ways to enjoy apples and apple cider in the fall. With that in mind, let's get into the best apple cider in the U.S. What's your favorite spot to get local apple cider? Reach out to us on social media and give us your picks.
Georgia Orchard Has Some of the Best Apple Cider in the U.S.
Linvilla Orchards in Pennsylvania
Linvilla Orchards is located in Media, Pennsylvania, about 30 minutes south of Philadelphia. It's a favorite local spot to get apple cider every fall. In addition to apple cider, Linvilla has their legendary Apple Cider Doughnuts. Oh, my.
Franklin Cider Mill in Michigan
If you haven't tried the honey crisp apple cider at Franklin Cider Mill, then you haven't experienced fall. This cider mill, located in Bloomfield Hills, is close to Detroit. It's a super fun spot for fall activities.
Apple Hill Orchard & Cider Mill in North Carolina
You'll find delicious, fresh cider at Apple Hill Orchard & Cider Mill in Morganton, North Carolina. They, of course, make their own cider by pressing their fresh apples and turning it into yummy cider. They even offer it hot or as a slushie.
Bedner's Farm Fresh Market in Florida
"Our mission at Bedner's Farm Fresh Market is to bring our customers a variety of locally grown produce," Bedner's Farm Fresh Market states on their social media pages. Located in Boynton Beach, Florida, this spot is known for its great cider and the annual Bedner's Fall Festival.
Mercier Orchards in Georgia
Mercier Orchards are a fourth generation family and veteran-owned and operated apple orchard. They were founded back in 1943. They offer amazing cider, as well as other fresh treats, such as baked goods and fruit. They're located in Blue Ridge, Georgia.
