Real estate listing website Realtor.com analyzed the change in average annual property values for 363 U.S. cities from 2021 to 2025 to determine which cities had the largest annual median increase in property value.
Naples, Florida ranks in the top 20 cities with an average annual growth rate of 16.06% in real estate values. Naples, Florida, ranked 15th. Real estate values in the city have increased by an average of 16.06% per year. Sebring, Florida, followed in 33rd place with a 13.06% increase.
Naples, Florida is experiencing strong home sales growth and inventory growth, combined with major apartment construction and projected population growth. While the overall housing market is a mixed bag, with both increased sales and longer sales times, the region’s attractiveness is driving new development and attracting new residents.
“Purchasing a home is a great way to build wealth as real estate values increase over time. These findings highlight the most lucrative cities for prospective buyers, with real estate prices increasing by 30.24% annually in 2025, such as Bloomint, Illinois. Whether you’re a young couple buying your first family home or a landlord buying an apartment to rent, making an informed decision about the location of your property will ensure it’s a long-term investment as your wealth grows. Adam Koplucki, founder of RealWorldInvestor.com, said:
Median real estate value data for 363 U.S. cities from January 2021 to January 2025 provided by Realtor. We analyzed the change in median value from 2021 to 2025 to determine the average annual growth rate for each city. The final rankings were determined by the U.S. cities with the largest annual increase in median property value.
