Data centers emerge as real estate’s newest pricing wildcard

HousingWire·Published Jul 10, 2026·Pricing & Profitability
Summary

Data centers are creating a split-screen effect in housing markets, boosting regional demand but potentially reducing prices near controversial sites due to noise and water concerns. This creates a new challenge for real estate professionals.

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In Abilene, Texas, data center construction contributed to rents going up 33% year-over-year.

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