frequently asked questions

General

What is Zoocasa.com?

Zoocasa.com is a new, innovative way to search for homes in Canada. Combining listing information and mapping technology provided by Google Maps, Zoocasa.com allows users to personalize their search experience and discover community, demographic and lifestyle information to help them choose the right home.

How does Zoocasa.com allow me to find my home, my way?

Zoocasa.com provides a variety of search opportunities including region, city, price range, number of bedrooms/bathrooms and property type. Users can also enhance their decision making process by learning about their city of choice and area using provided guides and maps.

Where do the property listings come from?

Listings seen on Zoocasa.com come from searching and compiling as well as direct feeds from agent or brokers.

What cities and/or provinces are available to search on Zoocasa.com?

Zoocasa provides listings for residential properties across Canada.

I have feedback about the site. Where can I send it?

All feedback can be sent by clicking on the "about" link at the top of each page and then the "contact us" link on the left.

What browsers are supported?

Zoocasa.com would like to ensure you have the best experience possible while visiting this site. Therefore, the following web browsers are recommended for best viewing:

Best viewed at 1024 x 768 or higher.
JavaScript enabled.
A modern browser such as Firefox, Safari or Internet Explorer 8

Searching for a Home

How do I search for a home?

Searching is quick, simple and convenient. The home page will provide you with the opportunity to enter address, city or postal code information. You can also choose to search by minimum/maximum price, and the number of bedrooms/bathrooms. Once you click search, selected results will be returned.

How do I use the search filters?

To use the search filters from the home page, click on "price", "bedrooms" or "bathrooms" to select criteria. To use search filters from the search page, click on "price", "bedrooms", or "bathrooms"; or click on "more..." to access more advanced filters.

How do I view details on a property from the search results?

To view specifics on a property from the search results, click on the address to view listing details. To return to the search results or to view another property, click your browser's "Back" button.

How do I refine my search results?

Once you receive your search results, you can refine your search by using either the primary search filters above the map, or the advanced search filters by clicking "more...".

I don’t see a home I’m interested in right now. How can Zoocasa.com let me know when properties become available in my area?

Zoocasa.com provides technology that ensures you stay informed about properties of interest to you. Just save your searches and request that emails be sent to you about available properties.