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The Fall Parade of Homes Returns Sept. 5-28

Housing First Minnesota is proud to present the 2025 Fall Parade of Homes & Remodelers Showcase. The Fall Parade of Homes will run Fridays through Sundays, September 5-28. This year’s tour features 317 new homes across the Twin Cities and Rochester metro areas, including four Dream Homes, to inspire homebuyers…

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Mixed bag of movement for Twin Cities homebuilding in July

Homebuilding activity in the metro area was mixed for the month of July as single-family saw a healthy uptick while multifamily projects dropped significantly. Overall, homebuilding activity improved 13% over July of last year. Metro builders pulled 503 permits for single-family homes in June – a 15% increase in year-over-year…

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Housing First Minnesota Honors 24 Legislators with 2025 Housing Leadership Award

Housing First Minnesota has recognized 24 members of the Minnesota Legislature with the 2025 Housing Leadership Award, honoring their outstanding efforts to advance housing affordability and expand homeownership opportunities during the 2025 legislative session. For the second year in a row, housing supply, land use, and zoning reform were front…

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Homebuilding Flat in the Twin Cities as Economic Headwinds Continue

Summer homebuilding in the Twin Cities metro is continuing to feel the squeeze of economic shifts. Overall homebuilding activity in the metro was statistically flat year-over-year. Metro builders pulled 541 permits for single-family homes in June – a 1% marginal increase in year-over-year activity. Multifamily construction, however, reported 189 units…

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Economic Headwinds Stifle Summer Homebuilding

Mounting economic stressors are creating pressure on homebuilding activity in the Twin Cities. Metro builders pulled 590 permits for single-family homes in May – an 11% reduction in year-over-year activity. Multifamily construction also recorded an extremely low month of activity with just 22 units on record for May. “We’re generally…

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Housing First Minnesota Announces Five-Year Contract Extension for CEO James Vagle

Housing First Minnesota, the leading voice for housing in Minnesota, announced a five-year contract extension for its CEO, James Vagle, today. The extension, approved unanimously by the Housing First Executive Board of Directors, reflects the continued growth and momentum of the organization under Vagle’s leadership. Since 2022, Vagle has led Housing…

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Summer Artisan Home Tour Features Over 20 Incredible Homes

Step Inside Some of the Twin Cities’ Most Exquisite Homes Starting June 6 The Twin Cities’ premiere high-end home event, the Artisan Home Tour, is set to open its summer event on June 6. This tour features 16 incredible homes open from 12-6 p.m. Fridays –…

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April Homebuilding Shines as Economic Uncertainty Looms

Despite economic concerns, Twin Cities homebuilders recorded a positive month of activity. Metro builders pulled 608 permits for single-family homes in April, marking a 12% growth in year-over-year activity. Multifamily construction also recorded a 17% uptick in activity compared to the previous month. “Minnesota’s spring housing market is staying steady,…

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Homebuilding Industry Celebrates 2025 Spring Award Recipients

Housing First Minnesota, the state’s leading voice for the housing industry, is pleased to announce the recipients of its coveted spring awards honoring excellence in homebuilding. This spring’s awards include 12 Reggie Awards℠ to homes selected for outstanding design, construction quality and value, and 21 Trillium Awards for industry…

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Minnesota Homebuilders Remain Committed to Green Building

According to Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET), Minnesota has the lowest average Home Energy Rating System (HERS) Index Scores of all states that energy tested more than 4,000 homes in 2024. The lower the HERS Index Score, the more energy-efficient the home is. According to RESNET, Minnesota tested 8,881 homes…

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