Lily Katz

As a data journalist, Lily is passionate about helping readers understand complex facets of the housing market. She is particularly interested in the issues of climate change, race and gender equality and housing affordability. Prior to working at Redfin, Lily spent four years as a reporter at Bloomberg News in New York City.

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Home Sales Fell to One of the Lowest Levels on Record in May

June 14, 2024

There have been only two months in the past decade with fewer home sales. High home prices, elevated mortgage rates and an ongoing housing shortage

U.S. Asking Rents Ticked Up for Second Straight Month in May, Hitting Highest Level Since 2022

June 11, 2024

The median asking rent climbed 0.8% year over year to $1,653—just $47 below the record high. Washington, D.C., Cincinnati and Chicago all saw double-digit increases.

The Pride Premium: People in LGBTQ+ Friendly Areas Need to Earn $150,000 to Afford the Typical Home—A Premium of Nearly 50%

May 29, 2024

The typical home in areas with LGBTQ+ housing protections costs $492,290, compared with $357,010 for the typical home in areas without protections. San Francisco and

U.S. Home Prices Continue Their Ascent, Even as High Costs Deter Homebuyers

May 21, 2024

Home prices grew 0.5% in April, the sixth consecutive month of similar increases. Elevated mortgage rates are curbing homebuyer demand, but prices continue to tick

U.S. Home Prices Hit an All-Time High in April

May 17, 2024

The median home sale price rose 6% year over year to $434,000 as a lack of new listings buoyed prices. The total number of homes

The Sun Belt Is Seeing Some of the Biggest Rent Declines in America