I suspect the housing data would support this theory. While the 90's and early oughts marked an inflow of people and investment into the city cores, the last two/three years seems to have reversed that and sent people scurrying into the suburbs and exurbs. If your commute needs are sporadic at best, the quality of life is going to be (perceived to be) higher in single family houses, even if you're an hour or two from the "office".