NEW YORK, NY – S&P Dow Jones Indices released the latest results for the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Indices, the leading measure of U.S. home prices. Data released for November 2016 shows that home prices continued their rise across the country over the last 12 months.

The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price NSA Index, covering all nine U.S. census divisions, reported a 5.6% annual gain in November, up from 5.5% last month. The 10-City Composite posted a 4.5% annual increase, up from 4.3% the previous month. The 20-City Composite reported a year-over-year gain of 5.3%, up from 5.1% in October.

Seattle, Portland, and Denver reported the highest year-over-year gains among the 20 cities over each of the last 10 months. In November, Seattle led the way with a 10.4% year-over-year price increase, followed by Portland with 10.1%, and Denver with an 8.7% increase. Eight cities reported greater price increases in the year ending November 2016 versus the year ending October 2016. 

Before seasonal adjustment, the National Index posted a month-over-month gain of 0.2% in November. Both the 10-City Composite and the 20-City Composite posted 0.2% increases in November. After seasonal adjustment, the National Index recorded a 0.8% month-over-month increase, while both the 10-City and 20-City Composites each reported 0.9% month-over-month increases. Ten of 20 cities reported increases in November before seasonal adjustment; after seasonal adjustment, all 20 cities saw prices rise.

“With the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller National Home Price Index rising at about 5.5% annual rate over the last two-and-a-half years and having reached a new all-time high recently, one can argue that housing has recovered from the boom-bust cycle that started a dozen years ago,” says David M. Blitzer, Managing Director and Chairman of the Index Committee at S&P Dow Jones Indices. “The recovery has been supported by a few economic factors: low interest rates, falling unemployment, and consistent gains in per-capita disposable personal income. Thirty-year fixed rate mortgages dropped under 4.5% in 2011 and have only recently shown hints of rising above that level. The unemployment rate at 4.7% is close to the Fed’s full employment target. Inflation adjusted per capita personal disposable income has risen at about a 2.5% annual rate for 30 months.

“The home prices and economic data are from late 2016. The new Administration in Washington is seeking quicker economic growth, increased investment in infrastructure, and changes in tax policy which could affect housing and home prices. Mortgage rates have increased since the election and stronger economic growth could push them higher. Further gains in personal income and employment may increase the demand for housing and add to price pressures when home prices are already rising about twice as quick as inflation.”

More than 27 years of history for these data series is available, and can be accessed in full by going to www.homeprice.spdji.com. Additional content on the housing market can also be found on S&P Dow Jones Indices’ housing blog: www.housingviews.com.

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AMARILLO, TX – PinPoint Senior Living and LifeWell Senior Living announced the start of construction for the newest location of their Concierge Senior Living Community – The Legacy at Town Square in Amarillo, Texas.

The state-of-the-art community will be a two-tale, 86-apartment community offering Independent Living, Helped Living, and Memory Care. The community features an innovative design that provides seniors endless opportunities to grow by providing as small or as much care as needed, depending on each resident’s needs.

The Legacy at Town Square, located at 9700 Hillside Rd. in Amarillo, TX, started construction in December 2016 and is set to open in late Fall of 2017.

“Although it is not a deep market with huge unmet demand, Amarillo is a legendary Texas town with tremendous history and character,” said Carter Perrin, Chief Development Officer, PinPoint Senior Living. “We closed on our site last year and have been waiting for a few market signals in order to start.”

“We are beyond excited to officially be underway in Amarillo,” said Dean Mattsson, Chief Operating Officer of LifeWell Senior Living. “The community will be introduced to something they have not yet seen before. Every element of technology we use is designed to improve quality of life as well as connect our residents to their loved ones.”

PinPoint Senior Living is a leader in the senior housing industry—turning the traditional thought of a facility into a community. With nearly 14 communities open or under development across the United States, PinPoint Senior Living’s senior communities utilize advanced technology and design to keep residents safe, healthy, and active. The designs feature vibrant architecture and furnishings, inviting common areas, and welcoming residential units.

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