MHP’s “2 × 4” Report tracks 2 timely, important housing trends in 4 key areas: rental market, owners’ market, homelessness, and the housing industry. Providing frequently updated housing trends can help policymakers and the public better understand the state’s housing needs in a rapidly changing economy.

In a healthy market, a diverse supply of housing is available to meet the needs of families and individuals at all income levels. The quarterly MHP “2 × 4” Report paints a concise picture of how well Minnesotans are housed and the magnitude of the state's housing crisis.

2010 "2 × 4" Reports:
Quarter 1 (released June 14, 2010)
Q1 Press Release

2009 "2 × 4" Reports:
Quarter 4 (released March 22, 2010)
Q4 Press Release

Quarter 3 (released December 10, 2009)
Q3 Press Release

Quarter 2 (released September 30, 2009)
Q2 Press Release

Quarter 1 (released June 30, 2009)
Q1 Press Release

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Individual indicators are chosen for their value in telling Minnesota’s housing story, as well as their availability and timeliness. Charts pertain to the entire state when available; in other cases data represent smaller regions or communities.

"2 × 4" Data Notes (updated December 2009)

Questions about report data? Email Leigh Rosenberg, MHP Research & Outreach Manager, at LRosenberg@mhponline.org or call her at 651-925-5543.