# 101 - How Accurate Are Zillow "Zestimates?"

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Podcast: [Home Seller's Advantage by The Bald Brothers Team](https://stenobird.com/podcast/home-seller-s-advantage-by-the-bald-brothers-team-6464381)
Published: 2025-12-17T20:42:00+00:00
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## Resource

Zillow's "Zestimate" is often the first number homeowners see when they think about selling—but how reliable is it, really? In this episode, we break down how Zestimates are created, why they can miss the mark (sometimes by a lot), and the limitations of automated valuation models that don't account for condition, upgrades, location nuances, or current market momentum. We also explain why pricing a home correctly is one of the most critical decisions a seller can make—and why meeting with a knowledgeable local Realtor provides far more insight than an algorithm ever could. If you're thinking about selling and wondering what your home is actually worth, this episode will help you separate digital estimates from real-world value. Bald Brothers Team are: Aaron Zapata, DRE 01356534 Todd Anderson, DRE 02077325 Real Broker, DRE 2022092 www.baldbrothersteam.com www.baldbrothers.tv 833-305-BALD Subscribe to our newsletter: http://eepurl.com/hk15NT Visit Our Sponsors: Crosswalk Mortgage: https://www.crosswalkmortgage.com/ Beacon Escrow: https://beaconescrow.com/ Copyright. The Bald Brothers Team is a licensed DBA of Real Broker in CA. License number 2022092. Equal Housing Opportunity. Serving All of Southern CA

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