FAQs
There are several reasons why Zillow's Zestimate may be inaccurate. For one, the feature relies heavily on publicly available data, such as property tax records and past sales data. This means that it may not take into account certain factors, such as renovations or additions to a home, that could affect its value.
How do I get more exposure on Zillow? ›
Here's how to make your home listing stand out online.
- A home with all the fixings.
- Declutter and depersonalize.
- Make a great first impression.
- Take advantage of Zillow Immerse.
- Add a 3D Home tour and interactive floor plan.
- Write a compelling listing description.
Which of these is one way Zillow is different from Trulia? ›
Although Zillow and Trulia have the same corporate owner, there is some difference in the interface for both websites. Zillow has a more graphic experience for searching for a home, while Trulia has a relatively simple design. In addition, Zillow, unlike Trulia, goes beyond the U.S. in its listings.
How accurate is Zillow's estimate? ›
According to Zillow's website, Zestimate's nationwide median error rate for active listings is 2.4%. 3 For off-market homes, it's now 7.9%. 4 Zestimates are only as accurate as the data behind them.
Why is my Zillow estimate lower than neighbors? ›
If your home has additions or renovations that don't appear in the data, its estimated value will not reflect those changes. Errors happen, so your value may also be low because of outdated or incorrect information about its previous sales prices or tax history.
How do you get your house blurred on Zillow? ›
Click on the tile for your home to load the property page. If you have not already claimed your home on Zillow, please follow these steps. Once you have claimed your home, click on the Edit Facts icon from the Owner View of the property page. Click the check box for Hide photos displayed on your home's Zillow page.
Can you see if someone looks at your house on Zillow? ›
The Owner Dashboard is a personalized view of your home and shows you stats like how many people are viewing your listing, gives you easy access to edit your home information, and more. Check out your Owner Dashboard by entering your address here. Was this article helpful?
Why would a home be hidden on Zillow? ›
Now available on the Zillow app, the "hide homes" tool saves users time and frustration by filtering out individual properties at the push of a button so they don't show up in future search results. Zillow says it launched the tool after multiple users requested a "hide this property" option during their home search.
Who is the biggest competitor of Zillow? ›
Zillow's biggest competitor is Redfin, an online real estate brokerage that provides home value estimates and other tools for home buyers and sellers. It seeks to disrupt traditional brokerages like Zillow's Premier Agent and Broker advertising services.
Why is MLS better than Zillow? ›
If you are able to view the MLS in your area online directly, you will only see properties that are currently active on the market. This makes the MLS more accurate than Zillow, which frequently keeps properties listed as available long after they have been taken off the market.
Zillow casts a wider net, attracting more leads through pay-per-impression advertising while potentially sacrificing quality with its inclusion of unverified FSBO listings. Realtor.com boasts higher quality leads through targeted paid programs for pre-qualified buyers but demands higher per-lead costs.
Why does Zillow keep lowering my home value? ›
Zillow drops house values primarily based on market data showing changing conditions, but also due to improved algorithms, new details on homes, and seasonal shifts in prices.
Why do some homes not have a zestimate? ›
Zillow addresses this in their FAQ, “We do not delete Zestimates. However, for some homes we may not have enough data to provide a home valuation that meets our standards for accuracy.
What is so special about Zillow? ›
Zillow is an online real estate marketplace generally known for its user-friendly tools, including a free MLS search. Having started as a real estate valuation website, Zillow has expanded into the realm of allowing users to post reviews about individual agents and brokerages in the country.
How does Zillow determine zestimates? ›
The Zestimate is calculated through a Zillow algorithm that crunches data from public property records, tax records, recent home sales in the area, and user-submitted information to come up with an approximate market value for a home.