House hunters are seeing a change in 2025 with more homes for sale, but challenges remain in finding affordable housing, especially in the Pacific Northwest. LendingTree ranks three of the five worst cities for housing outlook, citing high prices and low availability.

The worst cities for housing outlook have low vacancy rates, high home value-to-income ratios, and limited housing unit approvals. These factors contribute to a challenging market for buyers, with prices rising and options limited in cities like Portland and Boise.

According to LendingTree’s analysis, insufficient building in troubled metros like Portland and Boise is driving up prices, making it difficult for buyers to find affordable homes. The data shows a bleak outlook for the housing market in these cities due to limited availability and high demand.

Read more at Yahoo Finance: Top 5 Cities With the Worst Housing Market Outlook (3 Are in Pacific Northwest)