Tag: Home trends
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The paint colors driving design trends in 2026
When it comes to boosting a home’s appeal, owners often think about kitchen remodels, new flooring, or landscape upgrades. But according to new research from Zillow, one of the most impactful changes may be far simpler—and far less expensive. Zillow’s 2026 Paint Color Analysis found that certain paint colors can influence how much buyers are… Read More
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New data points to rising demand for character-driven homes
In a housing market defined by tight budgets and tough tradeoffs, buyers are sending a clear signal: If they’re going to stretch financially, the home better be worth it. With roughly 235 million monthly users, Zillow has one of the clearest views into real-time buyer behavior. And what that behavior shows is that engagement—not just… Read More
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The evolution of the American ‘dream home’
When Zillow launched in 2006, the ultimate American home was big, beige, and built to impress. Twenty years later, listing data tells a very different story. According to Zillow’s 20-year retrospective analysis of for-sale listings, buyer preferences have shifted away from oversized, status-driven homes toward spaces that are smaller, more flexible, and designed for everyday… Read More
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