{"id":337,"date":"2025-06-10T10:28:21","date_gmt":"2025-06-10T10:28:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.abenteuer-archaeologie.com\/?p=337"},"modified":"2025-07-03T09:18:53","modified_gmt":"2025-07-03T09:18:53","slug":"homes-com-vs-zillow-which-is-best-for-real-estate-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.abenteuer-archaeologie.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/10\/homes-com-vs-zillow-which-is-best-for-real-estate-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Homes.com vs. Zillow: Which is Best for Real Estate 2025?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to browsing listings, connecting with real estate agents, or marketing a property, Homes.com and Zillow are two of the biggest names in the game. While they might seem similar at first glance, each platform brings something different to the table, especially when it comes to tools for agents, advertising options, and user experience.<\/p>\n<p>Before we dive into the nitty-gritty, here\u2019s a quick breakdown of what each one does best:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/link.technologyadvice.com\/r\/theclose-homes-com-main\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noopener sponsored nofollow\">Homes.com<\/a>:<\/strong> Best for agents who want exclusive leads and transparent pricing, plus a clean interface for buyers and sellers.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/link.technologyadvice.com\/r\/zillow-tc-homes-com-vs-zillow\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noopener sponsored nofollow\">Zillow<\/a>:<\/strong> Best for users who want robust search tools, property value estimates (Zestimates), and full-featured tools for buyers, sellers, landlords, and renters.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"comparison\">Homes.com vs Zillow: A head-to-head comparison<\/h2>\n<table id=\"tablepress-2738\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-2738\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1\">\n<td class=\"column-1\"><\/td>\n<th class=\"column-2\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-104301\" src=\"http:\/\/www.abenteuer-archaeologie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Homes-com.png\" alt=\"Homes.com logo\" width=\"182\" height=\"36\" \/><\/th>\n<th class=\"column-3\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-111514\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.theclose.com\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Zillow-e1743155289894.png\" alt=\"Zillow logo\" width=\"182\" height=\"45\" \/><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-striping row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2\">\n<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Starting price<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2\">Free<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-3\">Free<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3\">\n<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Home value estimates<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\u2705\" class=\"wp-smiley lazyload\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2705.png\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"column-3\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\u2705\" class=\"wp-smiley lazyload\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2705.png\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4\">\n<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Financing tools &amp; calculators<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\u2705\" class=\"wp-smiley lazyload\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2705.png\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"column-3\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\u2705\" class=\"wp-smiley lazyload\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2705.png\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-5\">\n<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Rental management tools<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\u274c\" class=\"wp-smiley lazyload\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/274c.png\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"column-3\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\u2705\" class=\"wp-smiley lazyload\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2705.png\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-6\">\n<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Buyer &amp; seller resources<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\u2705\" class=\"wp-smiley lazyload\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2705.png\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"column-3\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\u2705\" class=\"wp-smiley lazyload\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2705.png\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-7\">\n<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Agent advertising &amp; lead generation<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\u2705\" class=\"wp-smiley lazyload\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2705.png\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"column-3\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\u2705\" class=\"wp-smiley lazyload\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/2705.png\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-8\">\n<td class=\"column-1\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/link.technologyadvice.com\/r\/theclose-homes-com-main\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noopener sponsored nofollow\">Visit Homes.com<\/a><\/td>\n<td class=\"column-3\"><a href=\"https:\/\/link.technologyadvice.com\/r\/zillow-tc-homes-com-vs-zillow\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noopener sponsored nofollow\">Visit Zillow<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><!-- #tablepress-2738 from cache --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Overview\">Homes.com vs Zillow: Overview &amp; when to use<\/h2>\n<div id=\"block_13b23af6392bfe4eef8f24b2c26b107e\" class=\"block-tabs border-radius-8 \">\n<div role=\"tablist\" aria-label=\"Tabs\" class=\"d-flex align-items-stretch m-0 p-0 list-unstyled\">\n<p><button type=\"button\" aria-controls=\"content-homes-com-block_13b23af6392bfe4eef8f24b2c26b107e\" role=\"tab\" id=\"homes-com-block_13b23af6392bfe4eef8f24b2c26b107e\" class=\"tab-heading m-0 inherit-text-size cursor-pointer roboto-18 flex-grow border p-16  text-left active\" style=\"flex-basis: 50%\"><br \/>\n  <span>Homes.com<\/span><br \/>\n<\/button><\/p>\n<p><button type=\"button\" aria-controls=\"content-zillow-block_13b23af6392bfe4eef8f24b2c26b107e\" role=\"tab\" id=\"zillow-block_13b23af6392bfe4eef8f24b2c26b107e\" class=\"tab-heading m-0 inherit-text-size cursor-pointer roboto-18 flex-grow border p-16  text-left \" style=\"flex-basis: 50%\"><br \/>\n  <span>Zillow<\/span><br \/>\n<\/button><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"content-homes-com-block_13b23af6392bfe4eef8f24b2c26b107e\" aria-labelledby=\"homes-com-block_13b23af6392bfe4eef8f24b2c26b107e\" role=\"tabpanel\" class=\"tab-content border p-24 tc-dropshadow active\">\n<table id=\"tablepress-2735\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-2735\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1\">\n<th colspan=\"2\" class=\"column-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-104301\" src=\"http:\/\/www.abenteuer-archaeologie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Homes-com.png\" alt=\"Homes.com logo\" width=\"182\" height=\"36\" \/><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-striping row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2\">\n<td class=\"column-1\">Pros<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2\">Cons<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3\">\n<td class=\"column-1\">\n<ul>\n<li>Easy to navigate platform without feeling cluttered<\/li>\n<li>Promotes listing agents and helps them stand out<\/li>\n<li>Leads go directly to the listing agent, not sold to competing agents<\/li>\n<li>Owned by CoStar Group, a major player with deep real estate data resources<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2\">\n<ul>\n<li>Fewer listings in some areas<\/li>\n<li>It has fewer third-party integrations<\/li>\n<li>Limited rental features; no built-in tools for rent collection or tenant screening<\/li>\n<li>Not as widely known as Zillow<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><!-- #tablepress-2735 from cache --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Overview of Homes.com\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Homes.com is a real estate search platform owned by CoStar Group that connects buyers, sellers, and renters with listings across the United States. It focuses on providing agent-friendly tools and aims to compete directly with Zillow by emphasizing accurate listing data and exclusive leads. In 2024, Homes.com reported over 100 million monthly visitors, making it one of the fastest-growing real estate sites in the US.<\/p>\n<p>What sets Homes.com apart is its \u201cYour Listing, Your Lead\u201d model, which ensures that listing agents, not advertisers, receive inquiries on their properties. This creates a more direct line between buyers and agents, a feature that contrasts sharply with Zillow\u2019s model, where leads may be routed to multiple agents. If you\u2019re looking for more control and less competition on listings, Homes.com is a more \u201cagent-first\u201d platform.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When to use Homes.com<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You\u2019re an agent who wants exclusive leads from your listings.<\/li>\n<li>You prefer a clean, less ad-heavy experience when searching for homes.<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019re a buyer looking for accurate agent contact info on a listing.<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019re a buyer looking for properties with recent price drops.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/link.technologyadvice.com\/r\/theclose-homes-com-main\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noopener sponsored nofollow\">Visit Homes.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p>  <span class=\"clear\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"content-zillow-block_13b23af6392bfe4eef8f24b2c26b107e\" aria-labelledby=\"zillow-block_13b23af6392bfe4eef8f24b2c26b107e\" role=\"tabpanel\" class=\"tab-content border p-24 tc-dropshadow \">\n<table id=\"tablepress-2736\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-2736\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1\">\n<th colspan=\"2\" class=\"column-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-111514\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.theclose.com\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Zillow-e1743155289894.png\" alt=\"Zillow logo\" width=\"182\" height=\"45\" \/><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-striping row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2\">\n<td class=\"column-1\">Pros<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2\">Cons<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3\">\n<td class=\"column-1\">\n<ul>\n<li>Over 200 million monthly visitors means more eyes on your property listings<\/li>\n<li>Includes mortgage calculators, neighborhood data, and rental tools<\/li>\n<li>Find an Agent feature<\/li>\n<li>Most buyers and sellers know and trust the Zillow brand<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2\">\n<ul>\n<li>Leads are not exclusive<\/li>\n<li>Agent advertising \/ Zillow Premier Agent can get pricey<\/li>\n<li>Zestimates aren\u2019t always accurate<\/li>\n<li>For FSBOs, it can be challenging to sell without an agent<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><!-- #tablepress-2736 from cache --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Overview of Zillow<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Zillow is one of the most popular real estate platforms in the US, with 365.8 million monthly visits in 2024. It offers property search, home value estimates (Zestimates), financing tools, and rental management services. Zillow also provides lead generation opportunities for agents through its Premier Agent program.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike Homes.com, Zillow emphasizes scale and consumer tools, offering a broad ecosystem for buying, renting, financing, and managing homes. However, because leads are often shared among multiple agents through its paid advertising model, some professionals may feel they\u2019re competing for visibility on their listings.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When to use Zillow<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You\u2019re a seller or agent looking to get maximum exposure for a property.<\/li>\n<li>You like using tools like Zestimates and affordability calculators.<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019re a landlord who needs features like tenant screening or rent payment tools.<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019re a potential buyer who wants access to a massive selection of homes, including FSBO and rentals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/link.technologyadvice.com\/r\/zillow-tc-homes-com-vs-zillow\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noopener sponsored nofollow\">Visit Zillow<\/a><\/p>\n<p>  <span class=\"clear\"><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"category\">Homes.com vs Zillow: Who wins in each category?<\/h2>\n<p>Before choosing between Homes.com and Zillow, it\u2019s helpful to break down what each platform does best. Below, we compare their features side by side to see which one comes out on top in key real estate categories:Pricing and fees for agents <em>(Winner: Homes.com)<\/em><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Pricing-and-fees-for-agents\">Pricing and fees for agents <em>(Winner: Homes.com)<\/em><\/h3>\n<table id=\"tablepress-2734\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-2734\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1\">\n<th class=\"column-1\">Plans \/ Pricing<\/th>\n<th class=\"column-2\">Homes.com<\/th>\n<th class=\"column-3\">Zillow Premier Agent<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-striping row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2\">\n<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Pricing structure<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2\">One-time boost &amp; a membership option of a 6- or 12-month subscription<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-3\">Pay-per-lead<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3\">\n<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Cost per lead<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2\">Around $20-$30<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-3\">Varies by ZIP (est: $20-$100+); Recommended monthly spend is $1,000+<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4\">\n<td class=\"column-1\"><strong>Commitment<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2\">6-12 month commitment for membership; Boost is one-off<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-3\">No fixed contract, but Zillow advises a 6-month minimum; Costs scale with coverage and competition<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><!-- #tablepress-2734 from cache --><\/p>\n<p>With Homes.com, pay-per-lead plans start around $20-$30 per lead (no long-term contracts), and you only pay when someone contacts you.<\/p>\n<p>With Zillow, while it\u2019s free to use when looking through property listings, its Premier Agent tiers vary wildly by ZIP \u2014 anywhere from $20 up to $100+ per lead \u2014 and you\u2019re locked into monthly minimums that can add up quickly.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\ud83c\udfc6\" class=\"wp-smiley lazyload\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/1f3c6.png\"><strong>Winner: Homes.com<\/strong> \u2014 More predictable and transparent costs.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"User-interface\">User interface &amp; search experience<em> (Winner: Zillow)<\/em><\/h3>\n<p>Homes.com keeps things clean and uncluttered with a straightforward filter and a big map view, but you\u2019ll find fewer advanced search layers (like commute time or flood zones).\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Zillow, on the other hand, offers rich map overlays, neighborhood heatmaps, commute-time filters, school-district layers, saved-search alerts, and more.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\ud83c\udfc6\" class=\"wp-smiley lazyload\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/1f3c6.png\"><strong>Winner: Zillow<\/strong> \u2014 Its depth of search tools and customizable map options give serious homebuyers more to work with.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Lead-generation\">Lead generation for agents<em> (Winner: Homes.com)<\/em><\/h3>\n<p>Homes.com\u2019s \u201cYour Listing, Your Lead\u201d means inquiries go straight to you, not funneled through a pool of competing agents, so conversion rates tend to be higher.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"808\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Homes.com interface on web and mobile showing leads for an agent\" class=\"wp-image-114164 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.abenteuer-archaeologie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/unnamed-74-1-1200x808-1.png\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Homes.com leads dashboard on mobile<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>With Zillow, leads are powerful but often shared among multiple Premier Agents in the same ZIP code \u2014 which can dilute response times and increase agent competition.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1096\" height=\"624\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"A screenshot of Zillow Premier Agent&#039;s lead report page\" class=\"wp-image-99126 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.abenteuer-archaeologie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/unnamed-2024-07-22T144523.181.png\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Lead report on Zillow<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\ud83c\udfc6\" class=\"wp-smiley lazyload\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/1f3c6.png\"><strong>Winner: Homes.com<\/strong> \u2014 Direct, exclusive inquiries let you own your leads rather than battling for them.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Property-value-estimates\">Property value estimates <em>(Winner: Zillow)<\/em><\/h3>\n<p>Homes.com offers a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homes.com\/how-much-is-my-home-worth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noopener\">home value estimate tool<\/a> that pulls data from recent sales, tax records, and local trends. Just type in your address, and it\u2019ll show an estimated value range, nearby comps, and neighborhood insights like price-per-square-foot and days on market. It\u2019s clean, easy to use, and updates regularly.<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zillow.com\/how-much-is-my-home-worth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noopener\">Zillow\u2019s Zestimate<\/a> is still the most recognized name in home value estimates. It uses MLS data, tax records, user-submitted info, and machine learning to generate a home\u2019s estimated value \u2014 plus a confidence range. Zillow also provides neighborhood value trends and allows owners to update details to improve accuracy.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\ud83c\udfc6\" class=\"wp-smiley lazyload\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/1f3c6.png\"><strong>Winner: Zillow<\/strong> \u2014 Homes.com does a solid job, but Zillow wins here. Its estimates are more detailed, widely trusted, and backed by years of market data and user feedback. If you want the most refined tool with the broadest recognition, Zillow is the better pick.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/theclose.com\/how-accurate-is-zillow-zestimate\/\" class=\"related-article px-32 py-32 text-decoration-none d-block black mt-40 mb-24 d-flex align-items-center  related-article\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"w-120 flex-grow-0 flex-shrink-0 me-32\">\n<div class=\"background-image bg-black-05 ratio-1-6\" style=\")\"><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"opacity-50 roboto-12 letter-spacing-1 font-weight-black text-transform-uppercase\">\n      Related Article    <\/div>\n<h5 class=\"align-left mt-8 mb-0 roboto-16\">Zillow Estimates Ultimate Guide: What Is It &amp; How Accurate Is It?<\/h5>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Seller-tools\">Seller tools<em> (Winner: Zillow)<\/em><\/h3>\n<p>Homes.com doesn\u2019t offer many seller-specific tools beyond its home value estimate. There\u2019s a \u201csold\u201d filter that lets you view recently sold properties by typing in an address or area, which can help with basic market research \u2014 but that\u2019s about it. Sellers seeking more hands-on tools will likely need to rely on their agent or explore alternative platforms.<\/p>\n<p>As for Zillow, it provides a complete toolkit for sellers: home valuation, a net proceeds calculator, listing prep guides, and even the ability to test out a \u201cMake Me Move\u201d price. It\u2019s all designed to give sellers more control and visibility before they list their property.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\ud83c\udfc6\" class=\"wp-smiley lazyload\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/1f3c6.png\"><strong>Winner: Zillow<\/strong> \u2014 Zillow simply offers more for DIY sellers and those researching their options. From preparation to pricing, it\u2019s built to support sellers without requiring them to leave the platform.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Rental-tools\">Rental tools<em> (Winner: Zillow)<\/em><\/h3>\n<p>Homes.com doesn\u2019t have a rental management system. Instead, it redirects rental traffic to Apartments.com (also under CoStar). While Apartments.com is a strong platform for renters, it lacks the direct integration or tools for landlords to manage listings or tenants from Homes.com itself.<\/p>\n<p>On the other hand, Zillow Rental Manager is built-in and robust. Landlords can list properties, screen tenants, collect rent online, and even send digital lease agreements \u2014 all from one dashboard. Renters also enjoy a seamless experience with filters, alerts, and the convenience of applying online.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"795\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Zillow renter application summary with an applicant&#039;s total income, proposed move-in date, and number of occupants\" class=\"wp-image-114165 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/www.abenteuer-archaeologie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/unnamed-76-1200x795-1.png\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Zillow renter application summary<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"\ud83c\udfc6\" class=\"wp-smiley lazyload\" style=\"height: 1em;max-height: 1em\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/15.0.3\/72x72\/1f3c6.png\"><strong>Winner: Zillow<\/strong> \u2014 Zillow offers a complete end-to-end rental toolset without sending users off-platform, making it the stronger choice for both renters and property managers.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Methodology\">Methodology<\/h2>\n<p>To give you a fair, side-by-side look at Homes.com and Zillow, our team at The Close evaluated each platform across the key factors that matter most to agents and consumers alike. We combined hands-on testing, feature audits, and insights from real user reviews to score them on everything from lead quality to user experience.<\/p>\n<p>Our criteria included the following:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pricing and fees for agents:<\/strong> We assessed the transparency, structure, and predictability of agent costs, including pay-per-lead rates, subscription options, and any minimum commitments.<\/li>\n<li><strong>User interface and search experience:<\/strong> We tested how intuitive the desktop and mobile interfaces feel, how robust the search filters and map tools are, and how quickly you can find relevant listings.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lead generation:<\/strong> We examined the quality, exclusivity, and delivery flow of leads. We examined whether inquiries are directed to a single agent or are shared among multiple advertisers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Features and tools for agents, buyers, sellers, renters, and landlords:<\/strong> We reviewed the full suite of capabilities, ranging from property value estimates (utilizing automated valuation models) and seller calculators to rental management, tenant screening, and various advertising formats.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Market reach and traffic:<\/strong> We compared monthly unique visitor figures, geographic coverage, and overall brand recognition to gauge where each platform attracts the most attention.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Read more about <a href=\"https:\/\/theclose.com\/methodology\/\">our methodology here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"FAQs\">Frequently asked questions (FAQs)<\/h2>\n<div class=\"d-flex justify-content-between align-items-center cursor-pointer pe-24 close-accordion-heading collapsed\">\n<h3 id=\"what-is-the-difference-between-homes-com-and-zillow\" class=\"my-40\">What is the difference between Homes.com and Zillow?<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"expand\/collapse\" class=\"ms-24 w-16 flex-shrink-0 rotate-180 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/theclose.com\/wp-content\/themes\/theclose\/assets\/images\/icons\/chevron-down.svg\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"what-is-the-difference-between-homes-com-and-zillow-content\" class=\"close-accordion-content collapsed mb-40\">\n<p>Zillow is a well-established platform that offers a comprehensive suite of tools for buying, selling, renting, and generating agent leads. In contrast, Homes.com, under CoStar Group, emphasizes agent-friendly features such as exclusive leads and accurate listing data. However, it\u2019s still developing some tools that Zillow already offers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"my-0\" \/>\n<div class=\"d-flex justify-content-between align-items-center cursor-pointer pe-24 close-accordion-heading collapsed\">\n<h3 id=\"what-is-the-biggest-competitor-of-zillow\" class=\"my-40\">What is the biggest competitor of Zillow?<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"expand\/collapse\" class=\"ms-24 w-16 flex-shrink-0 rotate-180 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/theclose.com\/wp-content\/themes\/theclose\/assets\/images\/icons\/chevron-down.svg\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"what-is-the-biggest-competitor-of-zillow-content\" class=\"close-accordion-content collapsed mb-40\">\n<p>Realtor.com and Redfin are Zillow\u2019s biggest competitors, offering similar property search tools, listing data, and agent advertising options. While Homes.com is growing quickly, Realtor.com and Redfin currently have more established user bases and a wider range of features.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"my-0\" \/>\n<div class=\"d-flex justify-content-between align-items-center cursor-pointer pe-24 close-accordion-heading collapsed\">\n<h3 id=\"does-homes-com-have-a-referral-program-for-agents\" class=\"my-40\">Does Homes.com have a referral program for agents?<br \/>\n\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"expand\/collapse\" class=\"ms-24 w-16 flex-shrink-0 rotate-180 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/theclose.com\/wp-content\/themes\/theclose\/assets\/images\/icons\/chevron-down.svg\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"does-homes-com-have-a-referral-program-for-agents-content\" class=\"close-accordion-content collapsed mb-40\">\n<p>Not yet. Homes.com doesn\u2019t offer a traditional referral program, but it does promote exclusive leads as a benefit for agents who advertise on the platform.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<hr class=\"my-0\" \/>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Your-take\">Your take<\/h2>\n<p>Both Homes.com and Zillow offer powerful tools for agents, buyers, sellers, and renters, but they shine in different ways. If you want more transparent pricing and exclusive leads, Homes.com might be your go-to. If you\u2019re after more visibility and a suite of tools for everything from seller features to rental management, then Zillow\u2019s the bigger player.<\/p>\n<p>Are you using Homes.com or Zillow? Or do you prefer other tools? I\u2019d love to hear what\u2019s worked for you! 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