- name
- zillow-airbnb-matcher
- version
- 3.1.0
- description
- Find properties for sale that are already generating Airbnb income. Cross-references Zillow listings with active Airbnb rentals using geo-matching and calculates investment metrics.
- author
- em8.io
- metadata
- openclaw
- requires
- bins
- [node]
- install
- kind
- shell
- command
- bash scripts/install.sh
- label
- Install dependencies and configure RapidAPI key
- env
- required
- true
- description
- Free RapidAPI key (rapidapi.com — subscribe to airbnb13 + us-property-market1)
- requires
- commands
- script
- scripts/search.js
- description
- Search by ZIP code or city
- script
- scripts/search.js
- description
- Find STR investment properties
- script
- scripts/search.js --demo
- description
- Run demo with Austin TX sample data (no API needed)
- tags
Zillow × Airbnb Matcher Skill
This skill finds for-sale properties that already have an active Airbnb listing nearby — using GPS-based geo-matching to cross-reference Zillow and Airbnb data.
How to Use (Chat Commands)
Send any of these messages:
| Message | What Happens |
|---|---|
search airbnb 78704 | Search Austin TX zip code |
search airbnb Nashville TN | Search by city |
check properties 33139 | Miami Beach STR check |
airbnb demo | Run demo (no API needed) |
search airbnb 78704 max 800000 | Filter by max price |
search airbnb 78704 min 3 beds | Filter by bedrooms |
How It Works
- Zillow search — Finds all for-sale properties in the ZIP code (~2 seconds)
- Airbnb search — Finds all active Airbnb listings in the same area (~3 seconds)
- Geo-matching — Matches properties within 100-200 meters using GPS coordinates
- Investment analysis — Calculates cap rate, cash flow, mortgage, and break-even occupancy
⏱️ Total runtime: ~5-10 seconds per search (RapidAPI is fast)
Important Notes
- Revenue estimates are based on nightly rate × 70% occupancy. For precise data, use AirDNA ($100+/mo)
- Geo-matching means the Airbnb may be a neighbor's property, not the exact same house — always verify
- Free tier gives 100 Airbnb + 600 Zillow searches per month (RapidAPI free plan)
- Cost per search: $0 on free plan
Setup
- Get free RapidAPI key: https://rapidapi.com → Sign up (free, no credit card)
- Subscribe to these 2 APIs (both free):
- Airbnb: https://rapidapi.com/3b-data-3b-data-default/api/airbnb13 - Zillow: https://rapidapi.com/SwongF/api/us-property-market1
- Add to your .env:
RAPIDAPI_KEY=your_key_here - Test:
airbnb demo(no API needed) - Live test:
search airbnb 78704
See GUIDE.md for step-by-step setup instructions.
Investment Metrics
The tool calculates (with 20% down, 7.25% rate, 30yr fixed):
- Cap Rate — annual return on full purchase price
- Cash-on-Cash — return on your actual cash invested
- Monthly Cash Flow — what's left after ALL expenses
- GRM — how many years of revenue to pay back purchase price
- Break-even occupancy — minimum % booked to not lose money
Investment Grades
- 🟢 A (Excellent) — Cap ≥6%, CoC ≥10%, occupancy ≥85%
- 🟡 B (Good) — Solid returns, normal market risk
- 🟠 C (Fair) — Works but thin margins
- 🔴 D (Weak) — Avoid unless value-add opportunity