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# US Housing Forecast

Aterio's Housing Dataset serves as an extensive repository not only furnishing current housing data but also offering crucial insights into future housing requirements, particularly for 2030, informed by population growth patterns. Emphasizing the differentiation between owner-occupied and renter-occupied residences, alongside an evaluation of vacancy rates, it additionally encompasses rental vacancy rates, facilitating a thorough examination of rental market dynamics.&#x20;

This dataset aids researchers, analysts, and decision-makers, serving as an indispensable resource for making informed decisions within the dynamic real estate and housing sectors. Meticulously curated through the amalgamation of data from the U.S. Census Bureau, research by Columbia University and NASA, Department of Housing and Urban Development records, County Clerk Applications, and refined through the application of machine learning algorithms for prediction, this dataset proves invaluable to stakeholders seeking to analyze and proactively anticipate shifts in housing demand and supply trends.


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