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Zillow is an American online real estate marketplace founded in 2006 by Rich Barton and Lloyd Frink, both former Microsoft executives and founders of Expedia. Zillow offers users a platform to search for homes, apartments, and real estate listings across the United States. It serves as a comprehensive resource for buying, selling, renting, and financing homes, providing tools to help users estimate property values, track market trends, and connect with real estate agents.

One of Zillow’s most well-known features is the Zestimate, an algorithm-based estimate of a home’s value, which is calculated using public data, tax records, and user-provided information. While the Zestimate is not an official appraisal, it is widely used by home buyers and sellers to get a sense of property values.

Zillow also offers resources for homeowners, including tools to calculate mortgage payments, refinancing options, and home improvement estimates. For renters, Zillow provides listings for apartments and rental homes, along with tools to schedule tours and apply directly through the platform.

Zillow’s platform includes partnerships with real estate professionals, allowing them to advertise on the site and connect with potential clients. The company operates a range of real estate-related services, including Zillow Offers, a home-buying program that allows users to sell their homes directly to Zillow.

In addition to its website, Zillow offers mobile apps for both iOS and Android, making it easy for users to search for homes and get real estate information on the go.

As of 2024, Zillow remains one of the most popular real estate platforms in the U.S., known for its comprehensive listings, user-friendly interface, and innovative tools for home buyers, sellers, and renters.