MLS Scraper - Direct MLS Data (BYOK)
Access direct MLS data with your own credentials by John Rippy | johnrippy.link
🏆 2025 Zapier Automation Hero of the Year — Project Phoenix: A 95-step AI sales pipeline cutting development time by 50%. Read more →
---
Bring Your Own Keys (BYOK)
This actor lets you connect to your MLS board's data feed using your own credentials. Get real-time listing data, off-market properties, and data not available on public sites.
Why Direct MLS Access?
---
Supported MLS Systems
API Types
Major MLS Boards
- CRMLS (California)
- Bright MLS (Mid-Atlantic)
- NWMLS (Pacific Northwest)
- MRED (Midwest)
- ARMLS (Arizona)
- HAR (Houston)
- REcolorado
- And 500+ more...
---
Getting Your Credentials
Step 1: MLS Membership
You need an active MLS membership or IDX agreement with your board.
Step 2: Request API Access
Contact your MLS to request:
- RETS credentials (username/password + login URL)
- OR Web API access (API key + endpoint URL)
- OR OAuth access (client credentials)
Step 3: Configure This Actor
Enter your credentials in the input settings.
---
Quick Start Examples
Example 1: Demo Mode (Free Testing)
{
"demoMode": true
}
Example 2: RETS Connection
{
"mlsProvider": "CRMLS",
"apiType": "rets",
"apiUrl": "https://rets.yourmls.com/Login",
"username": "your_rets_username",
"password": "your_rets_password",
"city": "Los Angeles, CA",
"listingStatus": "active",
"maxResults": 100
}
Example 3: RESO Web API
{
"mlsProvider": "Bright MLS",
"apiType": "reso_web_api",
"apiUrl": "https://api.brightmls.com/reso/odata/Property",
"accessToken": "your_oauth_access_token",
"county": "Montgomery",
"priceMin": 500000,
"priceMax": 1000000
}
Example 4: Incremental Sync
{
"mlsProvider": "NWMLS",
"apiType": "web_api",
"apiUrl": "https://api.nwmls.com/v2/listings",
"apiKey": "your_api_key",
"modifiedSince": "2024-12-20",
"maxResults": 1000
}
---
Input Parameters
Authentication
*At least one authentication method required (unless using demoMode)
Location Filters
Property Filters
Date Filters
Output Options
---
Output Format
{
"mlsNumber": "MLS-2024-001234",
"platform": "mls",
"addressNormalized": "123 MAIN ST, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94102",
"addressRaw": "123 Main Street, San Francisco, CA 94102",
"city": "San Francisco",
"state": "CA",
"zipCode": "94102",
"county": "San Francisco",
"price": 1350000,
"originalPrice": 1395000,
"status": "active",
"beds": 3,
"baths": 2,
"sqft": 1850,
"yearBuilt": 1925,
"propertyType": "residential",
"listingDate": "2024-12-10",
"daysOnMarket": 14,
"description": "Stunning Victorian home...",
"features": ["Hardwood Floors", "Fireplace", "..."],
"photos": ["https://..."],
"virtualTour": "https://...",
"latitude": 37.7751,
"longitude": -122.4193,
"agent": {
"name": "Sarah Johnson",
"phone": "(415) 555-0123",
"email": "sarah@realty.com",
"brokerage": "Premier Realty"
},
"priceHistory": [
{ "date": "2024-12-10", "price": 1395000, "event": "Listed" },
{ "date": "2024-12-17", "price": 1350000, "event": "Price Change" }
],
"taxInfo": {
"annualAmount": 14500,
"assessedValue": 980000
},
"hoa": {
"fee": 0,
"frequency": "none"
},
"scrapedAt": "2024-12-24T12:00:00Z"
}
---
Use Cases
Real Estate Investors
- Access coming soon and off-market listings
- Get real-time price changes
- Track days on market trends
Real Estate Agents
- Build custom MLS search tools
- Automate CMA (Comparative Market Analysis)
- Sync listings to your website
Proptech Companies
- Build property databases
- Power search applications
- Analyze market trends
Market Researchers
- Comprehensive market data
- Historical price analysis
- Inventory tracking
---
Pricing
Why Pay-Per-Listing?
MLS data is valuable and access is limited. This pricing model:
- Aligns cost with value received
- No monthly fees when not using
- Scale up/down based on needs
---
Part of the Real Estate Scraper Suite
---
FAQ
Do I need MLS membership?
Yes, or an IDX agreement that includes API access.
Which MLS boards are supported?
Any MLS that provides RETS or Web API access. Most major boards do.
Can I use this without credentials?
Yes! Use demoMode: true to see sample output and test your integration.
How do I get API credentials?
Contact your MLS board's IT department or member services. Mention you need RETS or Web API access.
Is this data licensed for redistribution?
Depends on your MLS agreement. Most IDX agreements have display rules. Check with your board.
Can Apify access my MLS?
Most MLS APIs are IP-restricted. You may need to whitelist Apify's IP ranges or use a proxy configuration.
---
Support
- LinkedIn: John Rippy
- Website: johnrippy.link
🏆 2025 Zapier Automation Hero of the Year — Project Phoenix: A 95-step AI sales pipeline cutting development time by 50%. Read more →
---
Built by John Rippy | johnrippy.link🏆 2025 Zapier Automation Hero of the Year — Project Phoenix: A 95-step AI sales pipeline cutting development time by 50%. Read more →
---
Keywords
mls scraper, mls api, rets scraper, real estate data api, mls listing scraper, direct mls access, byok mls, mls board data, reso web api, real estate api, property listing api, mls data feed, mls integration, real estate automation, mls data extraction, off-market listings, coming soon listings, mls property data
