U.S. Housing Market Enters Key Fall Buying Window as Inventory and Negotiating Conditions Shift
The U.S. housing market entered a notable fall buying period as September 27 marked the beginning of a week that Realtor.com identified as the most favorable national window for home shoppers in 2026 based on seasonal housing-market conditions. The period runs through October 3 and reflects changes in inventory, competition, listing prices and time on the market.