U.S. Home Prices Rise 0.25% in September, Redfin Says

• U.S. home prices rose 0.25% month over month in September 2026, compared with August's 0.21% gain.
• Annual price growth reached 3.8%, the fastest pace since June 2025.
• Prices increased in 34 of the 50 largest U.S. metros, led by Philadelphia's 1.9% monthly gain.
• Declines hit 16 metros, with Fort Worth falling 0.9% as strong buyer leverage pressured sellers.
• Homeowner equity, delistings and stronger luxury demand supported national prices despite buyers' greatest negotiating power in more than a decade.

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