Housing Inventory Estimate: Vacant Housing Units for Rent in the Northeast Census Region
ERENTNEQ176N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
488.00
Year-over-Year Change
42.27%
Date Range
4/1/2000 - 4/1/2025
Summary
The Housing Inventory Estimate: Vacant Housing Units for Rent in the Northeast Census Region measures the number of vacant rental properties in the northeastern United States. This key metric provides insights into housing market conditions and housing availability for residents and policymakers.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
This data series tracks vacant rental housing units in the Northeast, one of the four major U.S. census regions. It helps economists and analysts assess housing supply, gauge rental market tightness, and understand broader residential real estate trends in the northeastern states.
Methodology
The data is collected through Census Bureau surveys of housing units.
Historical Context
This metric informs housing policy, construction decisions, and rent affordability analysis.
Key Facts
- The Northeast region includes 9 states from Maine to Maryland.
- Vacant rental units are properties that are unoccupied and available for rent.
- This data series dates back to 1956.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This data series tracks the number of vacant rental housing units in the Northeastern United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insights into housing supply and rental market conditions in the Northeast, which is useful for policymakers, real estate professionals, and economists.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through periodic housing surveys conducted by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This data informs housing and urban development policies, as well as analysis of rental affordability and construction needs in the Northeast region.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: There may be lags of several months between the survey period and the published data release.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Housing Inventory Estimate: Vacant Housing Units for Rent in the Northeast Census Region (ERENTNEQ176N), retrieved from FRED.