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Venango: High Homeownership Rates and Rising Home Values
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Property Value
DATA
Percent Owner Occupied
Housing Prices
Median Rent
Population
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Property Value
Percent Owner Occupied
Housing Prices
Median Rent
Population
Venango, located in Pennsylvania, is a small community with a rich history and a stable housing market. Over the past decade, the city has maintained a high rate of homeownership, with slight fluctuations in average rent prices. This analysis will explore the trends in ownership versus renting, and their relationship to housing and rent prices in Venango.
The homeownership rate in Venango has remained consistently high, hovering around 88-90% between 2013 and 2022. This stability in homeownership suggests a strong preference for owning rather than renting among the residents. In 2013, the homeownership rate was 88%, and it reached its peak of 90% in 2017. By 2022, it slightly decreased to 87%, still indicating a robust ownership market.
When examining the relationship between federal interest rates and homeownership rates, we observe that the consistently low interest rates from 2013 to 2021 (ranging from 0.08% to 1.83%) likely contributed to the sustained high homeownership rates in Venango. Lower interest rates generally make mortgages more affordable, encouraging homeownership. The slight decrease in homeownership to 87% in 2022 coincides with the rise in interest rates to 1.68% that year, potentially making home purchases less affordable for some residents.
The renter population in Venango has remained relatively small, fluctuating between 10% and 13% from 2013 to 2022. Average rent prices have shown an overall upward trend during this period. In 2013, the average rent was $645, which increased to $769 in 2018, representing a significant 19% jump. After a slight dip to $728 in 2020, possibly due to the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the average rent rose again to $750 in 2022. This represents a 16% increase in average rent prices over the decade, despite the relatively stable and small renter population.
In 2023 and 2024, we observe significant changes in the housing market of Venango. The average home price in 2024 is $144,944, which represents the first available data point for home prices in our dataset. This figure provides a baseline for understanding the current housing market value in the borough. Concurrently, federal interest rates have risen substantially, reaching 5.02% in 2023 and 5.33% in 2024. These higher interest rates may impact homebuying affordability and potentially influence future homeownership rates in the community.
Looking ahead, we can apply predictive models to forecast 5-year trends in average home and rent prices. Based on the limited historical data and current economic conditions, we might expect a modest increase in average home prices, potentially reaching around $155,000 to $160,000 by 2029. For rent prices, if the upward trend continues, we could see average rents approaching $800 to $850 per month in the next five years. However, these projections should be considered in the context of broader economic factors and local market conditions.
In summary, Venango has maintained a remarkably high homeownership rate over the past decade, with only slight fluctuations. The rental market, while small, has seen a notable increase in average rent prices. The recent rise in interest rates and the establishment of a baseline for average home prices in 2024 mark significant developments in the local housing market. These factors will likely play crucial roles in shaping the future of homeownership and rental trends in Venango.
