Trust Your Zestimate? Not So Fast!

Thinking your Zestimate is a reliable estimate of your home’s value? Think again! The truth is, your Zestimate could be misleading you… in a big way. Let me break it down for you:

The Local Market is a Mystery to Zillow

Zillow may be one of the most popular real estate websites, but when it comes to our local market, it’s often way off the mark. One huge reason your Zestimate could be inaccurate is that Zillow doesn’t account for hyper-local market conditions. Think of it like navigating a new city without a GPS—it ends up going in circles, missing important details, and not giving you the right directions.

Your Home is Unique—Zestimate Doesn’t Get That

Zillow’s Zestimate algorithms are great for a rough estimate, but they can’t appreciate the unique qualities of your home. From custom upgrades to a remodeled kitchen or a backyard oasis, Zestimate relies heavily on publicly available data, so it misses all the special features that make your home stand out.

Zillow’s Own Admission

Even Zillow admits that Zestimates aren’t always accurate. They’ve openly stated that a Zestimate is only a “starting point” and isn’t meant to replace a formal appraisal. So, while a Zestimate can give you a ballpark figure, it’s not the be-all-end-all of home pricing.

What You Can Do Instead

If you’re serious about knowing your home’s true value, a Zestimate simply won’t cut it. That’s where I come in. Schedule your strategy call today.

I’ll send you a Comparative Market Analysis tailored specifically to your home, no strings attached. The CMA takes into account recent sales in your area, your home’s unique features, and other important factors that Zestimate misses.