apartment-finder

Search rental listings across Zillow, Apartments.com, Redfin, and Craigslist.

Updated Mar 14, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/BasitShafiq/personal --skill apartment-finder-basitshafiq
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: apartment-finder
Source: https://github.com/BasitShafiq/personal/tree/main/.local/secondary_skills/apartment-finder
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/BasitShafiq/personal --skill apartment-finder-basitshafiq

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users find, evaluate, and compare apartments for rent, streamlining the often overwhelming process of securing new housing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Comprehensive Search: Scans major listing sites (Zillow, Apartments.com, etc.) for available apartments based on user criteria.
  • Detailed Listing Analysis: Extracts key information like price, address, beds/baths, and features for specific units.
  • Scam Detection: Identifies and warns about potential red flags in listings to protect users from fraud.
  • Neighborhood Vetting: Provides tools to research crime, walkability, and other neighborhood factors.
  • True Cost Calculation: Helps users understand the total cost of renting beyond just the base rent.
  • Use Case: A user needs to find a 2-bedroom apartment in Seattle under $3000/month. The skill will search listings, present the best options with detailed info, flag any suspicious listings, and provide neighborhood data.

Quick Start

Find 2-bedroom apartments for rent in Seattle, WA under $3000/month.

Frequently Asked Questions about apartment-finder

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I find apartments for rent across multiple listing sites at once?

To find apartments for rent across multiple platforms, this tool automates searches across Zillow, Apartments.com, Redfin, and Craigslist. It aggregates available units based on your specific criteria like location, budget, and bedroom count into a single detailed output.

How can I detect rental scams on Zillow and Craigslist?

To detect rental scams on Zillow and Craigslist, this tool evaluates listings for potential red flags and fraud indicators. It automatically scans extracted listing data and provides explicit scam warnings to protect you from suspicious housing posts.

What is the best way to analyze a neighborhood before renting an apartment?

The best way to analyze a neighborhood before renting an apartment is to use a neighborhood vetting tool. This skill researches local crime rates, walkability, and other area factors alongside the listing data to help you evaluate the surrounding environment.

Can I calculate the true cost of renting an apartment beyond base rent?

Yes, you can calculate the true cost of renting an apartment beyond base rent. This skill helps you understand total rental expenses by factoring in additional costs associated with the specific units fetched during your multi-site search.

Does this apartment search tool work with specific criteria like budget and location?

Yes, this apartment search tool works with specific criteria like budget and location. You can input parameters such as a 2-bedroom apartment in Seattle under $3000/month, and it will fetch matching specific unit data from major real estate sites.