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The metric every multifamily operator should be tracking
With renters cautious and choosy, lead quality is the only number worth chasing
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Affordability is only half the story for today's home buyers
At the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s 55th Annual Legislative Conference, Zillow and its partners made the case for a housing market where more people can see the homes available
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When Zillow needs computer vision technology that doesn’t exist, its engineers invent it
Behind everyday features used by consumers is a team of Zillow scientists solving problems needed to make buying and renting easier
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Zillow's Toby Roberts says AI is a 'watershed moment' for real estate
The SVP of engineering explained on the GeekWire Podcast how the technology is transforming how people find a home, freeing agents to focus on guiding clients, and giving buyers a powerful new co-pilot
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Zillow Research

Zillow: CPI Shelter Forecast, September 2026

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Zillow: CPI Shelter Forecast, September 2026

Higher Mortgage Rates Give Fall Buyers Tougher Math and Colder Feet

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Higher Mortgage Rates Give Fall Buyers Tougher Math and Colder Feet

In One-Third of Major Markets, New Homes Cost Less Per Square Foot Than Existing Homes

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In One-Third of Major Markets, New Homes Cost Less Per Square Foot Than Existing Homes

News and Announcements

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A softening new construction market will favor builders who pay attention to data

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The housing map has flipped

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Zillow is improving market transparency with new research tools and a refreshed data portal

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Zillow asks court to throw out plaintiffs’ attempt to revive previously dismissed Armstrong/Taylor suit

Product and Tech Innovation

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When Zillow needs computer vision technology that doesn’t exist, its engineers invent it

Behind everyday features used by consumers is a team of Zillow scientists solving problems needed to make buying and renting easier

Toby Roberts on Geekwire podcast

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Zillow's Toby Roberts says AI is a 'watershed moment' for real estate

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Social media is now an influential stop on the renter journey

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Zillow's take on AI-generated listing photos, and why transparency matters.

Industry Partnerships

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The metric every multifamily operator should be tracking

With renters cautious and choosy, lead quality is the only number worth chasing

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Zillow Preview listings are now live on Realtor.com®

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Zillow Preview is coming to RealScout, where buyers and agents shop together

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The operators who read this season's data correctly will own 2027

Fairness and Advocacy

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Affordability is only half the story for today's home buyers

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A new coalition is organizing to promote housing supply solutions

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What today's ruling means and what comes next

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Leaders across the political spectrum are raising alarm about the use of private real estate listings

Zillow Culture

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When Zillow needs computer vision technology that doesn’t exist, its engineers invent it

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Why Hack Week still matters for Zillow after 20 years

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Get to know Cassandra “Sandi” Knight, Zillow's chief legal and policy officer

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The infrastructure fair housing still needs — and the organizations building it

Industry Analysis

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A softening new construction market will favor builders who pay attention to data

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The housing map has flipped

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The rental deals are real — unless you need to rent a house

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The home-building slowdown spells trouble down the road

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Press Releases

Aerials of neighborhood with homes being built

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New homes now cost less than existing ones in a third of major markets

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A 20% spike in high-intent home shoppers signals pent-up demand

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Zillow Preview℠ listings are now live on Realtor.com®, offering the same early access on the two most-visited real estate platforms in the country

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The renter’s advantage: $12,792 a year in savings and $322 more if invested

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