Top 10 Places to Be in California

Which Neighborhoods Will Be the Hottest?

Based on four categories: on-market listings, sales volume, median price per square foot, and sale-to-list ratio, the hottest neighborhoods are all seeing shrinking selection, increasing sales, and increasing prices. Here are the ten hottest neighborhoods for 2013! California has the Top 7 on the list and 8 out of 10 cities/communities making the grade. Rank# Metro Area | Neighborhood | Listings | Sales Price
1. Los Angeles - Highland Park | -48% | +73% | +31%
2. San Diego- Mira Mesa | -69% +48% | +21%
3. Los Angeles | Faircrest Heights | -63% | +17% | +29%
4. Los Angeles | Eagle Rock | -54% | +44% | +11%
5. Bay Area | Livermore | -71% | +13% | +20%
6. Bay Area | Willow Glen | -60% | +9% | +32%
7. Los Angeles | Glassell Park | -64% | +31% | +17%
8. Chicago | Logan Square | -10% | +94% | +20%
9. Bay Area | The Mission | -29% | +17% | +80%
10. Seattle | N. Maple Leaf | -44% | +15% | +22%

Redfin agents cited new restaurants, a hip local vibe, good schools, and convenient commutes among the factors that will drive buyers to these areas.

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