Share
Forty-three percent of recent buyers were unsure of how long they expected to own their home. The typical buyer estimated they would live in their home for 15 years, a large increase from the estimated 10 years recorded in the 2010 report. First-time home buyers estimated they would live in their house for 10 years before moving. By age, buyers aged 18 to 24 had the shortest time frame of 10 years, while buyers aged 45 to 64 had the longest time frame of 20 years.
Notice: The information on this page may not be current. The archive is a collection of content previously published on one or more NAR web properties. Archive pages are not updated and may no longer be accurate. Users must independently verify the accuracy and currency of the information found here. The National Association of REALTORS® disclaims all liability for any loss or injury resulting from the use of the information or data found on this page.
