For the second year in a row, Buffalo, New York, has secured the top spot on Zillow's list of the hottest housing markets, earning the distinction of being the first market to secure the No. 1 ranking in back-to-back years.

Columbus fell nine spots to No. 12 on Zillow's prediction for the hottest housing markets of 2025. Two other Ohio cities tumbled out of the top 10 as well. From its No. 2 ranking in 2024, Cincinnati also was down nine spots to No. 11 and Cleveland fell six spots to No. 14 from No. 8.

Buffalo is home to the hottest major housing market in 2025, according to a newly released report by Zillow, and it's the first time a market has held the title in back-to-back years.

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With a strong job market and home prices 37% below the national average, Buffalo continues to lead as the hottest market in the U.S.