The best markets for a 1031 exchange in 2026 combine high PropertyIQ Scores, durable income fundamentals, and affordable entry relative to rent. Rochester NY scores 99 and has held that score for 21 months. Grand Rapids scores 93. Worcester scores 95. Here is the full analysis.
The best multifamily real estate investing markets in 2026 combine high PropertyIQ Scores with strong renter populations, low vacancy, and affordable entry for small investors. Worcester scores 95. Grand Rapids scores 93. Akron scores 88 and is 9.7% undervalued. Here is the full data breakdown.
PropertyIQ ranked the top real estate market in every state for Q2 2026. Rochester NY (Score 99), North Platte NE (Score 99), and Norwich CT (Score 98) lead a field where the Northeast and Upper Midwest dominate. See all 50 markets with context.
Rochester NY, Syracuse NY, Springfield MA, Grand Rapids MI, and Akron OH show the tightest supply conditions and lowest effective vacancy signals in the PropertyIQ dataset as of February 2026. Pending ratios exceed 1.88 in the top two markets.