Please advise - Confused with listing misinterpreting SQFT or Bedroom Counts

Please advise - Confused with listing misinterpreting SQFT or Bedroom Counts

Member since 2022 · 10 posts · 3 votes

Hello Everyone, I was looking to invest on my first out of state investment in Ohio and I was very surprised to see many listings showing totally different things, not sure what to trust

For example, one of the SFH property in mls (or redfin or zillow), listed for sale with 3b and 2 baths 1500 SqFt. the listing expired after few months as there were no offer and it now reverted to 2b 1bath 918 sqft!!! MLS/Redfin/Zillow now shows this as a 2b home.

I am totally confused, isnt MLS reliable?

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Real Estate Agent · Columbus, OH · Member since 2023 · 161 posts · 217 votes
2y

Hi @Karthik A., the MLS is usually the most updated and reliable. However, it could be a mistake on the listing agents part. I also recommend having your agent reach out to them directly for details!

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  • Member since 2024 · 10 posts · 3 votes
    2y

    Hi. Very likely the original listing had a room addition that was later removed due to illegal build. 

  • Member since 2024 · 10 posts · 3 votes
    2y

    Hi. Very likely the original listing had a room addition, probably a garage, that was later removed due to illegal build without permits. 

  • Contractor · Columbus, OH · Member since 2017 · 85 posts · 83 votes
    2y

    The MLS is generally reliable, you could check auditor records to compare. Or just call the listing agent for accurate details. Partner with a good anent in town and they could help flush out some of these inconsistencies.

  • Real Estate Agent · Columbus, OH · Member since 2023 · 161 posts · 217 votes
    2y

    Hi @Karthik A., the MLS is usually the most updated and reliable. However, it could be a mistake on the listing agents part. I also recommend having your agent reach out to them directly for details!

  • Real Estate Agent · Member since 2023 · 831 posts · 577 votes
    2y

    Redfin and Zillow aren't as accelerated as we think. The MLS is your best bet. What areas are you looking into?

    I can help depending on where.

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