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Redfin names the 5 best cities to buy a home right now

Home buyers have a narrow window to capitalize on the current market, according to Redfin.

By · Published August 18, 2026 at 23:27 UTC · Updated August 19, 2026 at 01:24 UTC

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The brief

Redfin has identified the five best cities to buy a home right now. The real estate market is experiencing a downturn, with US pending home sales dropping 2.3% in July. This decline is the lowest since the start of the year, according to Forex Factory, KITCO, Bloomberg and OregonLive.com.

The market shift is driven by a combination of economic factors, including rising interest rates and a slowing economy. The plunge in pending home sales suggests that sellers are facing significant challenges. OregonLive.com notes that there has never been a worse time to sell a home.

Potential home buyers in the five cities named by Redfin stand to benefit from the current market conditions. The next steps for these buyers will involve navigating the local real estate markets to secure favorable deals. Meanwhile, sellers in these cities may need to adjust their strategies to attract buyers in this challenging environment.

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Quick answers

What cities did Redfin name as the best to buy a home right now?

TheStreet.com coverage does not specify the cities.

Why are pending home sales dropping?

Coverage does not yet specify the reasons for the decline in pending home sales.

What should home sellers do in this market?

Home sellers may need to reassess their pricing and marketing strategies to appeal to buyers in the current market.

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Redfin home buying real estate market pending home sales US housing market

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