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Adjust the Search Radius When Running Comparables
Adjust the Search Radius When Running Comparables

Learn to adjust the search radius in Privy’s comparables tool to refine your analysis and focus on relevant properties.

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Written by Scott Kronzek
Updated over 3 weeks ago

Adjust the search radius directly in the property card or LiveCMA™ using Privy’s comparables tool to refine your analysis and focus on properties within your desired area, ensuring accurate and relevant comparable data.


Step-by-Step Guide to Adjusting the Search Radius

  1. Open a Property Card

    • Open an individual property card's LiveCMA™ in Privy.

  2. Access the Comparables Tab

    • Scroll down and click on the Comparables tab located directly under the property picture to view relevant property comps.

    • A map with the comparables zone outline will appear.

  3. Edit the Radius

    • Locate the pencil icon on the map to the right of the comparables zone outline.

    • Click on the pencil icon to enable the editing feature.

  4. Draw a New Search Area

    • Use your cursor to draw a new shape on the map that defines your desired search radius.

    • Ensure the shape is closed to finalize the new zone.

  5. Update the Comparables

    • Privy will automatically refresh and update the comparables list based on the new radius you defined.

  6. Alternative Method: Adjust in Settings

    • Click the blue Settings button below the map to customize your comping criteria.

    • Navigate to Comp Type > Comp Radius and adjust the radius (default is 0.5 miles).

    • Click Save to rerun the Comparative Search with the updated criteria.


Why Adjust the Search Radius?

  • Target Specific Areas: Focus your analysis on properties within the most relevant neighborhoods.

  • Improve Accuracy: Customize the radius to better match market characteristics or geographic boundaries.

  • Refine Results: Exclude outliers and unrelated areas to ensure comparables align with your investment strategy.

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