1. Zillow
Uses algorithms to estimate home values for over 100 million homes – View homes based on size, price, school district, and more – Offers exclusive listings – Notifies you on price drops and when homes are sold – Offers personalized loan quotes
2. Redfin
A map-based interface so you can find homes in any neighborhood – Search for open houses – See comments from realtors who have toured the home – Low 1.5% commission
3. Dweller
Best for those who need a lot of information and statistics about the city, neighborhood, etc – Suggests neighborhoods based on your lifestyle which considers budget, schooling, work commute, and more – Run by the U.S. Census Bureau so you can get specifics on population and demographics in the neighborhood – Lists the top 25 cities that match your preferences
4. Homesnap
One of the most fun home buying apps – take a picture of a house to get all of its information! – Includes sales history, interior features, and investment potential – Messaging capability allows you to send pictures directly to your realtor or family members whether or not they have the app – Real-time Multiple Listing System (MLS) updates for the quickest access to the newest listings – Great for those looking in competitive home buying markets
