Quick Overview
Zillow uses advanced AI and machine learning models to analyze millions of data points (public records, tax assessments, MLS data, images) to generate real-time home value estimates ("Zestimates") with high accuracy. AI also powers photo analysis for more precise valuations and search recommendations.
Zillow
Company Size
~5,000 employees
Revenue Range
$3B+ annual revenue
Primary Challenge
Providing accurate, real-time home value estimates for millions of properties
Key Metrics
\- Zestimate covers 116M+ U.S. homes\- Median error rate 1.94% on-market, 7.06% off-market\- Real-time updates daily\- High user engagement and trust
The Problem
Traditional home valuations were slow, manual, and lacked real-time accuracy
The Solution
Developed Zestimate using neural networks and machine learning, integrating diverse data sources and image analysis for continuous real-time valuation updates
Results
\- Instant, reliable home valuations\- Improved market transparency\- Enhanced agent tools\- Continuous accuracy improvements
“Zestimate is a continuously learning AI that powers our vision for a comprehensive housing super app.”
Jeremy Wacksman, COO, Zillow
Details
Industry
Real Estate
Departments
Data & Analytics
Product Development & Innovation
Use Cases
Data Analysis
Market Research
Tags
Machine Learning
NLP
Computer Vision
Improved Accuracy
AI Tools Used
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Sources
https://www.vktr.com/ai-disruption/ai-case-studies-in-real-estate/https://digitaldefynd.com/IQ/ai-in-real-estate-case-studies/https://www.zillow.com/z/zestimate/
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