Finding the perfect home just got easier. Here’s how to jump in.
AI is revolutionizing the way people search for homes and engage with the real estate market. More and more consumers are turning to tools like ChatGPT and Gemini for their home searches, opting for conversation-based interactions over traditional search platforms.
In today’s competitive market, where homebuyers are becoming increasingly selective, Redfin has made it simpler and more enjoyable for people to find their ideal home.
Home seekers can now describe their desired home in their own words and engage in a conversation to refine their search. With our new conversational search feature, you can provide feedback on a suggested listing, specify your preferences like a modern kitchen, or answer follow-up inquiries about your commute or proximity to desired amenities.
How house hunters are utilizing conversational search
Whether you’re actively searching for a home, exploring neighborhoods, or seeking unique listings, conversational search caters to your needs. Here are some recent examples of how people have used it:
- Discovering a renovated home: A user requested recently-renovated properties within a specific commute time and school district. Within three minutes, the tool presented homes that met their criteria after some interaction.
- Seeking a quick-closing, high-value home: A buyer wanted move-in ready homes under a certain price range. The tool returned 13 suitable options.
- Searching for homes with specific features: Users have found homes with unique features like high-end lighting, smart technology, and more through conversational search, even when those features are not typically listed.
- Looking for an investment property: Another user successfully found an investment property meeting specific criteria through natural conversation, which traditional filters might not have accommodated.
How to start using conversational search
Integrated with the Redfin home search experience, conversational search powered by Sierra allows you to describe your preferences as you would in a conversation.
To get started:
- Visit Redfin.com and log in.
- Click on the search bar to access conversational search.
- You can also try conversational search from various points on the website or directly at Redfin.com/chat.
- Describe the type of home you’re looking for, and the tool will guide you through refining your search.
As you engage with listings, you can provide real-time feedback, such as requesting additional features or asking questions, to further tailor your search results.
Once you find a home you love, you can seamlessly take the next steps, from connecting with an agent to exploring mortgage pre-approval.
Maximizing your experience with conversational search
For optimal results with conversational search, provide detailed input about the type of home you desire. The more specific you are, the better the tool can assist you. For instance:
- Instead of: “Show me homes in Chicago with a pool,” say: “Show me homes in Chicago under a certain price range, within a specific distance to a landmark, with specific amenities.”
- Instead of: “Find me a cheap, quiet home in Detroit,” say: “Find me a home in a specific neighborhood of Detroit within a budget, with specific characteristics.”
- Instead of: “Show me eco-friendly homes in Seattle,” say: “Show me homes in Seattle with certain features and amenities.”
After receiving results, continue to refine your search by providing feedback, asking follow-up questions, and adding more details as needed. The tool will adjust accordingly.
It’s important to note that conversational search complements your search process but does not replace the expertise of a licensed real estate agent. Its purpose is to enhance the search experience, making it more intuitive and efficient.
Embracing the future of home search
Artificial intelligence is transforming how people access information online, including the realm of home search.
With conversational search, Redfin leverages AI to provide a smarter, more personalized, and accessible home search experience. The platform empowers users to navigate through a vast array of listings and find their perfect match with ease.
Conversational search adds to Redfin’s suite of AI-driven products, enhancing the real estate journey alongside tools like the Redfin Estimate, Ask Redfin, and Buying Power.
Redfin’s dedication to revolutionizing the homebuying process is evident in every new innovation they introduce. Explore Redfin’s cutting-edge technology by trying out conversational search on Redfin.com. Simply search for a home and experience the convenience of this feature integrated into the homepage, map, and listing pages. For even more convenience, visit Redfin.com/chat. Stay tuned for the upcoming support for iOS and Android in December. Experience a smarter, fairer, and more accessible way to buy a home with Redfin.