Buyers gained options, leverage and ground on affordability over the course of 2025
The 10 Most Festive Holiday Towns in America
A new analysis finds where holiday spirit shines brightest in for‑sale listings
Rate Shopping Can Save Buyers Hundreds a Month
Even small rate differences can expand the homes within reach for buyers facing strained affordability
Powell Calls Rates Neutral After 25 Basis Point Cut
Zillow forecasts that mortgage rates are unlikely to fall below 6% in 2026.
Zillow: CPI Shelter Forecast, November 2025
Zillow forecasts that rent growth measured by the Consumer Price Index will soften further into 2026.
Zillow’s 2026 Housing Market Predictions
Zillow economists predict the housing market will warm up in 2026, with more sales and modest price growth.
