Comp Scoring Explained
When displaying comparable listings, the system scores each one by relevance so the most useful comps appear first.
Scoring factors
Each comparable listing is scored on a 0-100 scale based on:
| Factor | Weight | What it measures | |--------|--------|-----------------| | Distance | 30% | Physical distance from the subject property | | Bedrooms | 25% | Whether bedroom count matches | | Square footage | 20% | How similar the size is | | Recency | 15% | How recently the listing was posted or sold | | Building match | 10% | Whether it is in the same building |
Relevance badges
Based on the total score, each comp receives a badge:
- Strong (75-100) — Highly relevant, very similar property nearby
- Good (50-74) — Relevant, useful for comparison with some differences
- Fair (25-49) — Somewhat relevant, use with caution
Comparison indicators
Each comp card shows comparison indicators next to key metrics:
- Green checkmark — The metric matches the subject property
- Green up arrow — The comp value is higher (e.g., larger sqft)
- Red down arrow — The comp value is lower (e.g., fewer bedrooms)
How comps are used
- Floorplan pages — Nearby comps show what similar units are selling or renting for
- Portfolio valuations — Median comp prices determine estimated market value
- Listing pages — Pre-construction context shows the original developer price alongside the current asking price
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