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Indianas housing market saw unprecedented activity in the early 2020s. A combination of rock-bottom mortgage rates, scarce inventory, and strong demand sent prices soaring. Bidding wars became common as the average sale price in 2021 exceeded listing prices amid fierce competition. Grindstone Media Group / Shutterstock.com This changing of the guard means new preferences are influencing what and where high earners buy. As a result, high-earning buyers set their sights on spacious suburbs and even rural locales....

I grew up in a small town in the 1980s and loved it. Lets take a nostalgic journey through these once-familiar fixtures and see whats become of them today. I thoroughly enjoyed writing this and taking a brief trip down memory lane. Shutterstock It was easy because these are the things I grew up with but arent really a thing anymore. In my day the cassette reigned supreme. Visiting record store was a ritual part of our trip to the mall....

Generational Landscape in Oregons Housing Market Oregons housing market has been shaped by distinct generational forces. This changing generational mix sets the stage for Oregons evolving homebuying trends. However, this generation proved resilient. Shutterstock Home prices in Oregon climbed steadily through the 2010s, especially in urban centers. This spurred a homebuying frenzy nationwide and in Oregon. Pent-up demand collided with rock-bottom financing costs and a desire for more space during lockdowns....

Idaho is a state that keeps its secrets well. These ten neighborhoods exist on the edge of the known world. The small community, comprising just a handful of residents, cherishes the tranquility that comes with such seclusion. Shutterstock Where is Pine Flats? Pine Flats is located near the small town of Lowman in Boise County. The scenic drive winds through rugged landscapes and along riverbanks, making the journey part of the adventure....

These are not tourist towns with fudge shops and antique emporiums. The Laramie Range is the Wyoming that doesnt make postcards. Here, time moves at a different speed, and the landscape keeps its own counsel. Rexjaymes / Shutterstock.com Scattered, stubborn, and quiet as snowfall. Lets go find them. What makes Esterbrook truly secluded is its remote location, surrounded by unspoiled wilderness and the absence of commercialization. Where is Esterbrook? Its seclusion is amplified by the winding mountain roads and limited accessibility during winter months due to snow....

The past is a trick of the light in Virginia. Others are nothing but foundations, swallowed by kudzu, memories ground into dust. Water, stone, sweat, and time. Shutterstock Lets see whats left. The remnants of old mills stand as silent sentinels, whispering tales of industrious days gone by. The Blackwater River itself provides opportunities for kayaking and fishing, inviting outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy its serene waters. Where is Franklin? Located in southeastern Virginia, Franklin is approximately an hours drive west of Norfolk....

From rolling hills to serene lakesides, each offers unique charms and a slower pace thats perfect for unwinding. Join us as we count down the top 10 secluded neighborhoods in the Prairie State. You might just find your next favorite escape. By Ben Jacobson (Kranar Drogin) – Own work, CC BY 2.5 The area has no major industries, with most residents working remotely or commuting to nearby towns for employment....

The sun bakes the asphalt, the radio crackles, and the spaces between places grow wider. There are no billboards out here, no neon invitations to turn off and spend your money. These towns were never meant for the fainthearted. By Terielvira49 – Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0 Here, time doesnt passit settles. Youll find these ten towns waiting, same as they ever were. This high desert town is a quiet haven where the simplicity of life is cherished amidst the vast landscapes....

The Leaf River doesnt rush. It winds, bends, loops back on itself as if in no hurry to meet the Gulf. The towns that rise along its banks share that same unhurried rhythm. Google Street View You dont stumble into these townsyou have to know theyre there. And for the people who call them home, thats just the way they like it. Join us on a journey through the last best hideaways....

The Cascades are alive with water. Some of these waterfallsSahalie, Proxy, Salt Creekare famous, drawing hikers and photographers from all over. Could chasing waterfalls be considered a participatory sport? Ian Dewar Photography / Shutterstock.com And in Oregons Cascades, no one pursues the sport alone. Every good waterfall run is anchored by a towna place to warm up, dry off, and refuel. Sisters, with its frontier charm and espresso-slinging cafes. Detroit, where the lake mirrors the ever-changing sky....

Wandering its well-preserved 18th-century streets, youll find endless opportunities to photograph charming brick buildings and quaint storefronts. The serene Greenbrier River Trail offers a natural backdrop with lush scenery perfect for landscape photography. Where is Lewisburg? Shutterstock Nestled in southeastern West Virginia, Lewisburg sits at the crossroads of US Route 60 and US Route 219. Surrounded by the rolling Allegheny Mountains, the town offers picturesque views that change with the seasons....

The whales have always known this. The towns along this stretch of coast are built into the rhythm of these migrations. The town features a waterfront promenade perfect for strolls while scanning the horizon for spouts and breaches. Shutterstock Where is Port Angeles? Port Angeles is on the northern coast of Washingtons Olympic Peninsula, facing Vancouver Island across the strait. Its a 2.5-hour drive from Seattle, including a scenic ferry ride across Puget Sound....

Lets explore ten of Arizonas most secluded neighborhoods, each offering its own unique charm and allure. Homes in Haigler Creek are widely spaced, reinforcing the areas reputation as a secluded hideaway. Where is Haigler Creek? Google Street View Arivaca Pima County Arivaca is a small, unincorporated community offering vast open spaces and a serene desert lifestyle. Surrounded by rolling hills and lush grasslands, its a haven for those seeking solitude amidst natural beauty....