The real estate market's health can often be gauged by its inventory levels. Historical data shows a distressing decline in active listings, from around 100,000 in the year 2000 to a dismal figure under 50,000 in recent years. This scarcity of listings, a condition predating Intel's announcement, is set to worsen with the tech giant's establishment, spotlighting a critical shortage in housing supply against a backdrop of soaring demand.

Median price jumps 6.3%. Johnstown, Newark, and Granville, turn to Buyer markets in some price points. Active listings for homes over $500k explode by 38%.

Why do so many young folks feel locked out of the housing market?