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South Carolina Tops Housing Affordability Amid National Shortage

4/29/2025

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South Carolina earned an A grade for housing affordability and construction, topping Realtor.com's national report.
Southern and Midwestern states showed strong performance, while the Northeast and West Coast faced high costs and zoning challenges.
California ranks low due to strict regulations and insufficient housing development.
The national housing shortage surpasses four million homes, highlighting the need for urgent policy reforms.

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Story summary

South Carolina earned an A grade for housing affordability and construction, topping Realtor.com's national report.
Southern and Midwestern states showed strong performance, while the Northeast and West Coast faced high costs and zoning challenges.
California ranks low due to strict regulations and insufficient housing development.
The national housing shortage surpasses four million homes, highlighting the need for urgent policy reforms.