HOT AND COLD AREAS OF HOME APPRECIATION

Areas of greatest increases and decreases in home values nationwide during the first half of 1989.

Where It’s Hot

Precent of Increase From Jan. 1, 1989 Location to June 30, 1989 1. San Francisco 11.0% 2. Los Angeles 9.5 3. San Diego 8.0 4. Detroit 7.0 5. Washington 7.0 6. Chicago 5.0 7. Baltimore 5.0

Where It’s Not

Percent of Decrease From Jan. 1, 1989 Location to June 30, 1989 1. New York -3% 2. Baton Rouge -2 3. Phoenix -2 4. Nashua, N.H. -2 5. Denver -1 6. Midland, Tex. -1 7. Dallas 0

Home market values are based on a 2,100-square-foot, 8-room, 4-bedroom, 2 1/2-bath residence in suburban communities surrounding the core city.

SOURCE: Runzheimer International