Is Redfin the most accurate real estate website?

No. Redfin's home value estimates are slightly less accurate than Zillow Zestimates , based on company-supplied data. Both Redfin and Zillow can give you a rough idea of what your home is worth, but no real estate website can gauge a property's value with 100% accuracy. Their estimates have a median error rate of around 7-8% for homes that aren't currently for sale — or about $20,000, on average. To find out what your house is actually worth, find an experienced real estate agent and request a professional home valuation.

Is Zillow or Redfin more popular?

Zillow is the most popular home buying website because it's available throughout the U.S., while the Redfin app only displays listings in select markets. However, better options exist if you're looking for a low cost realtor or want to earn a home buyer rebate .

Is Zillow or Trulia better?

Zillow and Trulia are owned by the same company, so they offer a fairly similar experience overall. Zillow is generally better for home buyers and sellers, but Trulia offers excellent tools for researching rental listings. That said, neither Zillow nor Trulia is a great place to find a real estate agent, especially if you want to save on realtor commission or earn a cash-back refund when you buy.

Josiah Wilmoth

Former Content Data Specialist

Josiah Wilmoth is a former content data specialist at Clever Real Estate, the nation's leading real estate education platform for home buyers, sellers, and investors. He specializes in researching and writing consumer guides about discount real estate brokers.

Education

BA History - Regent University
Master's in Computer Science - University of Pennsylvania (in progress)

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