Dataset Overview
This dataset provides a comprehensive look at real estate listings across various cities in California, collected from Zillow ethically. The data represents a snapshot of the market, showcasing properties for sale, including condos and houses. It serves as a valuable resource for understanding market trends, regional demand, and pricing distributions across the Golden State.
Data Science Applications
The California Real Estate Listings Dataset is ideal for various data science projects and analyses, particularly in the realms of market analysis, trend forecasting, and regional economic studies. The data can serve as a foundation for predictive modeling, clustering for market segmentation, and comparative studies between different locales. Note: This data is intended for educational purposes only.
Column Descriptors
- addressCity: The city where the property is located.
- addressState: The state for the property, which is CA for all entries.
- price: The listed price of the property.
- statusType: Indicates the listing status, consistently "FOR_SALE" across the dataset.
- statusText: Describes the type of property listed, such as "Condo for sale" or "House for sale".
Ethically Mined Data
This dataset was ethically mined, ensuring that sensitive information, including exact addresses and broker names, was omitted to respect privacy. This consideration helps maintain ethical standards while providing valuable insights.
Acknowledgements
We extend our gratitude to Zillow which is the source of the data and which made this dataset possible. We also thank Florian Schmidinger for the image of a California property, which can be viewed here, enhancing our dataset's presentation.