See how home values have changed over the decades
US home values have appreciated an average of 4.3% annually since 1991. A $200,000 home purchased in 2010 would be worth approximately $390,000 today at the national average appreciation rate. However real estate appreciation varies dramatically by location — some markets have tripled while others have barely kept pace with inflation.
Home value appreciation calculators project how much a property has grown in value based on historical appreciation rates for the purchase year and location. Home price growth varies significantly by city, neighborhood and economic conditions. Past appreciation rates do not guarantee future returns and individual property values depend on local market conditions.
| Year | Median Price | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 1950 | $7,354 | — |
| 1960 | $11,900 | 62% |
| 1970 | $23,450 | 97% |
| 1980 | $76,400 | 226% |
| 1990 | $149,800 | 96% |
| 2000 | $244,900 | 63% |
| 2010 | $272,900 | 11% |
| 2020 | $407,700 | 49% |
| 2026 | $420,000 | 3% |
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Estimates based on US median home price trends. Individual property values vary significantly. Not real estate advice.