Zillow Lawsuit 2026, No Settlement Yet—Multiple Active Cases Over Mortgage Steering, FTC Antitrust Claims, And Listing Bans Explained
Zillow faces at least eight active lawsuits as of February 2026, with no settlements or claim forms available. The most significant cases involve federal antitrust charges over a $100 million rental advertising deal with Redfin, RESPA violations for allegedly steering homebuyers to Zillow Home Loans, and an antitrust battle with Compass over listing policies.
As of February 9, 2026, a judge ordered Zillow and Redfin to produce documents and executive communications in the $100M rental syndication antitrust case, marking the latest development in Zillow’s unprecedented legal storm.
What Is the Zillow Lawsuit About?
There is no single “Zillow lawsuit”—the company battles multiple legal challenges. In 2025, Zillow faced eight lawsuits from competitors, regulators, and consumers, including antitrust, copyright, and RESPA claims.
The three major cases are:
FTC Antitrust Case: On September 30, 2025, the FTC filed a complaint against Zillow and Redfin claiming the deal violates Sherman Act, Clayton Act and FTC Act. The lawsuit alleges Zillow paid Redfin $100 million to exit the multifamily rental advertisement market.
RESPA Mortgage Steering Cases: The consolidated Taylor-Armstrong lawsuit claims that Zillow tricks consumers into using agents affiliated with Zillow through its Flex and Premier Agent programs, resulting in inflated home purchase prices. A third case filed by real estate agent Stephanie Dupuis in January 2026 makes similar allegations.
Compass Listing Policy Battle: Compass slapped Zillow with an antitrust lawsuit back in June alleging the rule was an attempt to “protect its monopoly” over listing access standards.
The FTC’s $100 Million Antitrust Allegations
The FTC case centers on Zillow’s rental advertising deal with Redfin. According to court documents, Zillow allegedly paid Redfin to abandon the multifamily rental market and transfer customers, staff, and listings to Zillow.
Judge William Porter ruled that the defendants must comply with the document production requests issued by the Federal Trade Commission and attorneys general from Virginia, Arizona, New York, Connecticut and Washington. This includes executive communications between Zillow CEO Jeremy Waksman and former Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman.
Zillow filed a motion to dismiss in mid-January 2026. A hearing on this motion is scheduled for February 25, 2026.
RESPA Violations: The Mortgage Steering Scheme
The most consequential lawsuits for consumers involve alleged violations of the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act. Similar to the Rocket Mortgage Lawsuit 2026, RESPA Violations, Mortgage Steering Allegations, homebuyers claim Zillow steered them into disadvantageous loans.
How the Alleged Scheme Worked: The complaint explains that Zillow tracks its agents performances through its Follow Up Boss system, and alleges that an agent’s rating is tied to the number of loan pre-approvals they secure through ZHL. Agents who steered more clients to Zillow Home Loans allegedly received better leads.
In a consolidated amended complaint filed last Monday, the 11 homebuyer plaintiffs added four new defendants including Real Brokerage, expanding the lawsuit’s scope beyond Zillow to include brokerages participating in the Flex program.
The cases were consolidated in December 2025 under lead counsel from Hagens Berman and DiCello Levitt.
Compass vs. Zillow: The Listing Access Battle
Zillow’s Listing Access Standards policy requires listings marketed publicly to be uploaded to the MLS within one business day or face exclusion from Zillow’s platform.
On Friday, a New York district judge denied a request by Compass for a preliminary injunction to stop Zillow from imposing its ban on privately marketed listings. The February 6, 2026 ruling allows Zillow to continue enforcing its policy while litigation continues.
The judge found Compass “has not shown a likelihood of success on the merits” and noted lack of evidence for Compass’s conspiracy claims involving Redfin.
Who Qualifies to Join These Lawsuits?
For RESPA Cases: You may be affected if you purchased a home using Zillow’s Flex or Premier Agent programs between 2019 and present, were steered to Zillow Home Loans, and believe you paid higher rates or fees than necessary.
For FTC Antitrust Case: This is a government enforcement action. Individual consumers are not eligible to file claims, but the outcome could affect rental listing competition.
For Compass Case: This is a business dispute between two companies. Individual consumers cannot join.
Current Litigation Status as of February 2026
No settlements exist. All cases remain in active litigation:
- FTC Case: Motion to dismiss hearing February 25, 2026
- RESPA Cases: Discovery ongoing; Zillow and Redfin had collectively handed over more than 500 documents
- Compass Case: Preliminary injunction denied; lawsuit continues
- CoStar Copyright Case: Alleges Zillow used tens of thousands of copyrighted photos without license
A trial date has been set: the court has scheduled the trial to begin in June 2026 for some matters, though specific trial schedules vary by case.
What Homebuyers Should Do Now
If you used Zillow services between 2019 and 2026, preserve your documentation:
Save all mortgage statements, closing documents, loan estimates, and correspondence with Zillow Home Loans or Zillow-referred agents. Document any pressure to use Zillow Home Loans or claims that using alternative lenders would delay closing.
Monitor case developments through court dockets in:
- U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia (FTC case)
- U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington (RESPA cases)
- U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York (Compass case)
What Happens Next?
February 25, 2026 marks a critical date when the court hears Zillow’s motion to dismiss the FTC case. Discovery continues in the RESPA cases, with trial dates expected in mid-to-late 2026.
With all of this litigation still pending as we head into 2026, the outcomes could impact Zillow’s business and the broader real estate industry.
Unlike settled cases such as the $418 million settlement between the National Association of Realtors and homeowners, Zillow’s legal battles show no signs of resolution.
FAQs
What is the Zillow lawsuit about?
Zillow faces multiple lawsuits including FTC antitrust charges over a $100M rental deal with Redfin, RESPA violations for allegedly steering buyers to Zillow Home Loans, and an antitrust case from Compass over listing policies. No single “Zillow lawsuit” exists—these are separate legal battles.
Is there a Zillow settlement I can file a claim for?
No. As of February 2026, no Zillow settlements exist. All lawsuits remain in active litigation with no claim forms, deadlines, or compensation available.
Am I eligible if I used Zillow to buy a home?
You may be affected if you used Zillow’s Flex or Premier Agent programs between 2019-present and were steered to Zillow Home Loans. However, since no settlement exists, there’s no claim process yet. Preserve your documentation.
What is the deadline to join the lawsuit?
There is no claim deadline because no settlement exists. The RESPA cases are class actions, meaning you’re automatically included if you meet the criteria unless you opt out.
When will I get paid from the Zillow lawsuit?
There are no payments because no settlement has been reached. If settlements occur in the future, deadlines and payment timelines will be announced through official court-approved notice.
What did Zillow do that led to these lawsuits?
The lawsuits allege Zillow engaged in anticompetitive conduct including paying Redfin $100M to exit the rental market, steering homebuyers to Zillow Home Loans in exchange for lead referrals to agents, and enforcing listing policies that harm competition.
How do I track the Zillow lawsuit status?
Monitor court dockets through PACER or follow legal news outlets covering real estate litigation. The cases are in U.S. District Courts for the Eastern District of Virginia, Western District of Washington, and Southern District of New York.
Last Updated: February 14, 2026
Disclaimer: This article provides general information about ongoing Zillow litigation and is not legal advice. No settlements exist, and no claim forms are available as of February 2026.
What To Do: If you believe you were affected by Zillow’s practices, preserve your documentation and consult a qualified attorney about your options.
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