The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price Index is a widely respected tool that measures home price trends over time. It tracks the price changes of single-family homes (excluding new construction) across the United States.
Developed by economists Karl Case and Robert Shiller, the index is maintained by S&P Dow Jones Indices in partnership with CoreLogic. It’s considered one of the most accurate indicators of residential real estate values in the country.
Rather than simply averaging home prices, the Case-Shiller Index uses a repeat-sales method. This means it tracks the sales of the same property over time to determine how much its value has increased or decreased.
This approach helps filter out variations caused by the size, location, or features of different homes—and gives a clearer picture of how home values are actually changing.
The Case-Shiller Index includes:
A National Index (U.S.-wide)
A 20-City Composite Index (major metro areas like Miami, New York, L.A., and Chicago)
A 10-City Composite Index
Individual indexes for selected metro areas
So whether you're looking at national trends or specific cities, there's data available.
Consumers, investors, and analysts use the index to monitor housing market trends and shifts in property values.
It helps real estate investors and homeowners evaluate when to buy or sell, and where value is increasing or stagnating.
Since housing is a major part of the U.S. economy, economists and policymakers use the index to assess economic health and predict future conditions.
Some financial products, such as home price futures, are based on the Case-Shiller Index, offering ways to hedge or invest in real estate price changes.
The Case-Shiller Index is published monthly, but with about a 2-month lag. For example, data for February is released at the end of April. Each release includes year-over-year and month-over-month changes in home prices.
Understanding the Case-Shiller Index can help you:
Track home price trends in your area
Time your purchase or sale strategically
Get a sense of market strength and direction
Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, a seller, or an investor, this index gives you valuable insight into how the market is moving—and what to expect in the future.
📌 Knowledge is power in real estate. The Case-Shiller Index is one of the smartest tools you can use to stay informed and make confident decisions.
Would you like a breakdown of what the index says specifically about your city or state? Let me know—I can help you interpret the data.
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