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Realtor.com®'s 2026 Hottest ZIP Codes in America: Peabody, Mass. Claims the Top Spot as Buyers Chase Space, Character Near Major Metros

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Listings in the top 10 ZIPs reportedly generated up to 5.3x more views and sold as much as 42 days faster than the national average, indicating stronger local buyer demand. Peabody, Mass. (01960) was noted as joining the “Hottest ZIPs” list for the third time, previously ranking No. 5 in 2018 and No. 3 in 2021. Overall read-through is modestly positive for near-term housing activity in the highlighted area, with limited broader market impact.

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Listings in the top 10 ZIPs reportedly generated up to 5.3x more views and sold as much as 42 days faster than the national average, indicating stronger local buyer demand. Peabody, Mass. (01960) was noted as joining the “Hottest ZIPs” list for the third time, previously ranking No. 5 in 2018 and No. 3 in 2021. Overall read-through is modestly positive for near-term housing activity in the highlighted area, with limited broader market impact.

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