Zillow files antitrust lawsuit tied to Chicago housing market | ChicagoLIVE
Zillow filed a federal antitrust lawsuit against Midwest Real Estate Data and brokerage giant Compass of conspiring to hide home listings and restrict competition in the Chicago housing market.
Zillow filed a federal antitrust lawsuit against Midwest Real Estate Data and brokerage giant Compass of conspiring to hide home listings and restrict competition in the Chicago housing market.
Why many Americans are still priced out of the housing market | ChicagoLIVE
Mark Hamrick explains why many Americans are still struggling to buy homes despite signs that affordability may be slowly improving.
Mark Hamrick explains why many Americans are still struggling to buy homes despite signs that affordability may be slowly improving.
Chicago Loop office tower poised to sell at steep discount as market shifts | ChicagoNOW
Office vacancy and shifting work trends continue to weigh on property values in the Chicago Loop, where some buildings are selling for a fraction of prior prices.
Office vacancy and shifting work trends continue to weigh on property values in the Chicago Loop, where some buildings are selling for a fraction of prior prices.
South Side Chicago neighborhood sees new homes rise on long-vacant lots
A Far South Side block is growing again, with more homes on the way.
A Far South Side block is growing again, with more homes on the way.
Chicago neighborhood sees new homes rise on long-vacant lots
A Far South Side block is growing again, with more homes on the way.
A Far South Side block is growing again, with more homes on the way.
US mortgage rate drops again: What this means for homebuyers
The long-term U.S. mortgage rate dropped for the third week in a row. Here’s what to know.
The long-term U.S. mortgage rate dropped for the third week in a row. Here’s what to know.
Where your state ranks on housing costs — The most and least expensive revealed
A new WalletHub analysis finds that housing costs in the U.S. have risen sharply in recent years, outpacing inflation and putting increasing financial pressure on households.
A new WalletHub analysis finds that housing costs in the U.S. have risen sharply in recent years, outpacing inflation and putting increasing financial pressure on households.
US home sales hit 9-month low as rising mortgages, Iran conflict weigh on buyers
U.S. existing home sales fell 3.6% in March to a nine-month low of 3.98 million units, pressured by tight inventory, higher mortgage rates, and labor market concerns.
U.S. existing home sales fell 3.6% in March to a nine-month low of 3.98 million units, pressured by tight inventory, higher mortgage rates, and labor market concerns.
What to know about Chicago’s competitive housing market | ChicagoNOW
Experts say listing prices are increasingly acting as starting points, changing how both buyers and sellers approach the market.
Experts say listing prices are increasingly acting as starting points, changing how both buyers and sellers approach the market.
Chicago rents rise sharply, outpacing other major cities | ChicagoLIVE
New data shows rents in Chicago have climbed nearly 10% over the past three years, the largest increase among major U.S. cities.
New data shows rents in Chicago have climbed nearly 10% over the past three years, the largest increase among major U.S. cities.
Lincoln Park, Lakeview rentals see bids thousands of dollars above asking prices | ChicagoLIVE
High demand is pushing renters to offer significantly more to secure apartments.
High demand is pushing renters to offer significantly more to secure apartments.
Homebuyers are back despite rising rates — What to know
Homebuying rebounded in March as strong demand fueled a spring surge, despite rising mortgage rates, according to Zillow.
Homebuying rebounded in March as strong demand fueled a spring surge, despite rising mortgage rates, according to Zillow.
Mortgage rates increasing again amid Iran war
The economic fallout from the war in Iran is driving up the cost of buying a home. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate increased this week to its highest level in nearly seven months - 6.46%.
The economic fallout from the war in Iran is driving up the cost of buying a home. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate increased this week to its highest level in nearly seven months - 6.46%.
Best markets for first-time homebuyers in 2026, according to data
Zillow analyzed data and found the top 10 markets for first-time homebuyers in the U.S.
Zillow analyzed data and found the top 10 markets for first-time homebuyers in the U.S.
Gas prices top $4 nationwide again, hitting drivers in the wallet
With prices climbing to an average of $4.63 in Chicago, drivers say filling up is getting tough as seasonal fuel changes and global factors push costs back to levels not seen since 2022.
With prices climbing to an average of $4.63 in Chicago, drivers say filling up is getting tough as seasonal fuel changes and global factors push costs back to levels not seen since 2022.
Cook County property taxes rising faster than inflation, study finds
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas breaks down why homeowners are seeing sharp increases, how shifting property values impact tax bills, and what residents can do to fight back.
Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas breaks down why homeowners are seeing sharp increases, how shifting property values impact tax bills, and what residents can do to fight back.
These are the best cities for starter homes, first-time homebuyers in 2026
Homeownership isn’t out of reach – it’s shifting. New data reveals the most affordable U.S. cities where first-time buyers can still break in.
Homeownership isn’t out of reach – it’s shifting. New data reveals the most affordable U.S. cities where first-time buyers can still break in.
The best time to sell your home in 2026 is coming up soon; here’s when
According to the new data, sellers listing a home in this window could see $26,000 more than the start of the year.
According to the new data, sellers listing a home in this window could see $26,000 more than the start of the year.
Here’s where rents are falling the most as US prices hit a four-year low
U.S. renters are seeing modest relief as asking rents continue to decline, with February marking the 30th straight month of year-over-year drops.
U.S. renters are seeing modest relief as asking rents continue to decline, with February marking the 30th straight month of year-over-year drops.
What homebuyers need to know about HOA rules and fees before purchasing
Real estate advisor Ashley Nicole Tarver explains the key questions buyers should ask about homeowners association rules, dues, and potential costs before choosing a home in an HOA community.
Real estate advisor Ashley Nicole Tarver explains the key questions buyers should ask about homeowners association rules, dues, and potential costs before choosing a home in an HOA community.