,,,,,,,The State of Florida's Housing 2002

The State of Florida's Housing 2002


 

Publication Date: June 2002

Publisher: Shimberg Center for Housing Studies, University of Florida

Author(s): Janet Galvez; Marc T. Smith; Christine Schoaff; William O'Dell; Diep Nguyen; Margaret Murray; Jim Martinez; Dean Gatzlaff

Research Area: Social conditions

Keywords: construction; housing; home sales

Type: Report

Coverage: Florida

Abstract:

This study is a compendium of facts on Florida's housing, highlighting the tremendous diversity in housing characteristics across the state. This document first discusses specific demographic patterns in the state and their impact on the need for housing. Second, it details characteristics of the housing stock in the state. Third, it discusses the movement in house prices and the rate of appreciation in housing. Finally, it discusses issues in the affordability of housing in the state.