Terra’s Multifamily Rundown - February 12th, 2025
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A recent analysis by Visual Capitalist highlights the most affordable large cities in the U.S. based on average monthly household spending on common bills. Detroit leads the list, with households spending about $1,640 monthly. Indianapolis ranks 10th at $1,976, Pittsburgh is 17th at $2,099, and Columbus is 18th at $2,101. These figures indicate that residents in these cities allocate a smaller portion of their income to essential expenses compared to other major metropolitan areas.
Indianapolis’ multifamily market is experiencing its highest demand in a decade, driven by steady population growth and declining vacancy rates. Indiana recently ranked 8th in U-Haul’s growth index, reflecting an increase in inbound migration. At the same time, the city’s vacancy rate fell to 2.6% in Q4 2024, a 30 basis point decline. With supply tightening and demand remaining strong, Indianapolis continues to attract investor interest as rental competition increases.
In late January 2025, the Trump administration's Office of Management and Budget issued a memo instructing federal agencies to temporarily halt activities related to financial assistance, including over 100 programs within the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This directive aimed to review and align these programs with the administration's priorities. However, the memo led to widespread confusion and legal challenges, prompting the administration to rescind it shortly after its issuance. Despite the retraction, concerns persist regarding the potential impacts on HUD's operations and funding allocations.