This analysis reveals a substantial vulnerability of U.S. residential real estate to climate-induced risks, including fire, flood, and extreme wind. With a combined value of trillions of dollars at risk, these potential threats are causing increased concern among homeowners, buyers, and real estate professionals.

Fire Risk: Real estate valued at $9.1 trillion is exposed to significant fire risk. California is notably affected, with metropolitan areas like Los Angeles displaying the highest risk. Los Angeles alone harbors residential properties at risk valued at $831 billion, underscoring the potential economic impact and the importance of mitigating fire hazards.

Flood Risk: Properties worth $7 trillion face major flood risks, particularly concentrated in metropolitan areas like New York City and Miami. New York City leads with $593 billion worth of homes at risk, slightly outpacing Miami's $580 billion, highlighting critical areas for potential development restrictions or flood mitigation efforts.

Wind Risk: Extreme wind threatens properties valued at over $17 trillion, with New York City and Boston being primary areas of concern. In New York City, alone, the value at risk from wind reaches $3 trillion, indicating substantial potential losses in the event of severe weather events.

The financial implications of climate risks are profound. At-risk properties represent significant portions of homeowner wealth, equating to multiple years of the median income in affected areas. For instance, the value of homes at major wind risk could equate to six years of median U.S. homeowner income, while Los Angeles faces an even more substantial burden for homes at fire and flood risk.

Moreover, the real estate market is already responding to these risks. Listings with high fire or flood risks show lower chances of selling and often sell below their list prices. Climate risk considerations increasingly influence buyer decisions, with many prospective homeowners weighing these risks heavily when choosing properties. As such, this analysis emphasizes not only the economic stakes but also the shifting dynamics in buyer behavior and market trends as climate awareness becomes more integrated into real estate decisions.

The data, derived from First Street's climate risk modeling, underscores a critical need for increased attention on climate adaptation strategies in real estate, urban planning, and infrastructure development to protect pro.