TOP 10 BEST REAL ESTATE WEBSITES IN THE USA (+ 1 VERY USEFUL BONUS!)

 TOP 10 BEST REAL ESTATE WEBSITES IN THE USA (+ 1 VERY USEFUL BONUS!)

In the United States, as in many other countries, the internet plays a major role in the buyer search and selection process. Indeed, the best real estate websites in the US provide real added value to both buyers and sellers. On the one hand, buyers can view hundreds of properties in just a few clicks without leaving their home. On the other hand, sellers also benefit, since they can share their offers with as many people as possible without any effort.

According to the latest study by the NAR (National Association of Realtors) , more than 1 in 2 home buyers (51% to be exact) found their home online in 2020. To put that into perspective, 28% of buyers found the home they ultimately purchased through their real estate agent.

Here is our Top 10 list of the best real estate websites in the USA.

Zillow : number 1 of the best real estate sites in the USA

Zillow, a must-have website, was founded in 2006 by two former Microsoft executives. Today, it offers a suite of tools and features, establishing itself as a premier website for buyers, sellers, owners, renters, agents, and other real estate professionals. Both powerful and flexible, Zillow is simply the best real estate website available.

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Realtor.com

Affiliated with the National Association of Realtors (NAR), the site of the same name is linked to nearly 600 regional real estate listing sites. The listings found there are the closest to the famous MLS, a listing regularly updated by real estate agents. As such, Realtor.com deserves its place in our top 10, particularly due to the accuracy of the information it offers.

Trulia

Trulia was founded in 2005. First a website, then a mobile app, it is one of the best real estate sites in the USA due to its transparency. Local information is abundant, alerts can be customized according to specific criteria... Both powerful and easy to use, Trulia is a leading real estate site acquired by Zillow in 2015.

Foreclosure.com

It's primarily the search criteria, the ability to sort information, and the sheer volume of listings that allow Foreclosure.com to rank fourth in our Top 10 Best Real Estate Websites in the US. It features video tutorials that make listing a property online easy. Founded in 1999 by a team of real estate professionals and software developers, Foreclosure.com's goal was to provide a single site for those looking to purchase foreclosed properties (the term "foreclosure" refers to this very term). Data on the site is updated daily, drawing from reliable sources such as government agencies and other legal advisories.

Apartments.com

Discerning renters will find what they're looking for on Apartments.com. The selection, rental experience, and number of properties for rent offer many advantages. It also features houses and condos. Half of the listings, or approximately 500,000, have been reviewed by one of the best commercial real estate search organizations in the United States, CoStar Group. As such, these listings are accompanied by photographs.

FSBO.com

Since 1997, FSBO.com has positioned itself as the ultimate site for real estate sellers. It offers a listing option on MLS real estate websites, including Zillow, Trulia, and Realtor, to name a few. This allows sellers to negotiate directly, without going through a listing agent. The key is a 5 to 6% commission savings. The FSBO site is paid, starting at $99.95 for a six-month listing, with unlimited videos and photos.

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Homefinder

While one of the best real estate websites in the US may lack the features it offers compared to its competitors, Homefinder positions itself as a leading search portal, with millions of listings across all 50 states. It features properties for sale and rent, as well as off-market properties; it also displays mortgage rates for each state, allowing for comparison shopping.

Xome

Unlike some of the best real estate sites in the US, Xome goes a step further by offering property purchases through the site. As such, it positions itself as a one-stop real estate shop. Xome uses its own agents and concierges to allow its customers to save money on real estate agent commissions while still benefiting from quality advice. Furthermore, like Zillow, Xome offers its own appraisal process to estimate the price of real estate properties.

Redfin

The Refin website enjoys excellent reputation. It presents itself as both a brokerage and a site for browsing real estate listings. Redfin has its own real estate agents with whom buyers and sellers can connect. While the listings are less comprehensive than on some other sites, Redfin offers useful features. 3D tours allow for a very comprehensive initial approach without even leaving the property.

Homes.com

Homes.com has some 120,000 homes listed on MLS and other real estate websites. One of the website's interesting features is the ability to view a property's historical value and compare it with the historical value of other homes in the same area. This is particularly useful for determining whether a property is actually offering the best value.

Bonus: Niche.com

How can we list the best real estate websites in the US without mentioning the one that allows you to find out about the neighborhood in which you're considering buying a property? Niche.com provides valuable information about schools in different neighborhoods.