{"id":112297,"date":"2026-08-17T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-08-17T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/?p=112297"},"modified":"2026-08-12T11:26:30","modified_gmt":"2026-08-12T18:26:30","slug":"what-is-a-comparative-market-analysis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/what-is-a-comparative-market-analysis\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA)?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/guides\/buy\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">buying<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/sell-a-home\/address?inquirySource=285\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">selling a home<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, understanding its value can help you make a more informed decision. But how do you know whether a property is priced fairly in today\u2019s market? A <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rocketmortgage.com\/learn\/comparative-market-analysis\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">comparative market analysis<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (CMA) gives buyers and sellers a data-driven look at how a home compares to similar properties nearby.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this Redfin guide, we\u2019ll explain what a comparative market analysis is, how real estate professionals create one, and what factors can influence the results. Whether you\u2019re preparing to list your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/18475\/TX\/Texas-City\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">home in Texas City, TX<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or evaluating a potential purchase in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/10202\/CA\/La-Mesa\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">La Mesa, CA<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, understanding a CMA can help you navigate the market with greater confidence.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-4-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>In this article: <br \/><\/strong><a href=\"#h-what-is-a-comparative-market-analysis\">What is a comparative market analysis?<br \/><\/a><a href=\"#h-how-does-a-comparative-market-analysis-work\">How does a comparative market analysis work?<br \/><\/a><a href=\"#h-what-factors-are-considered-in-a-cma\">What factors are considered in a CMA?<br \/><\/a><a href=\"#h-why-is-a-cma-important-for-sellers\">Why is a CMA important for sellers?<br \/><\/a><a href=\"#h-cma-vs-home-appraisal-what-s-the-difference\">CMA vs. home appraisal: What&#8217;s the difference?<br \/><\/a><a href=\"#h-what-is-a-comparative-market-analysis-final-takeaways\">What is a comparative market analysis: Final takeaways<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-what-is-a-comparative-market-analysis\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is a comparative market analysis?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>A comparative market analysis (CMA) is an estimate of a home\u2019s current market value based on how it compares with similar properties in the area<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Real estate agents typically prepare a CMA for sellers who are determining a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/how-to-price-your-home-for-sale\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">listing price<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but buyers can also use one to understand whether a home is competitively priced and make a more informed offer.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-4-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cA comparative market analysis is prepared by evaluating 3-5 recently sold homes, active listings, and pending sales that are similar in size, location (typically neighborhood specific), and condition to the subject property,\u201d shares <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/mckibbenrealestate.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Susie Mckibben<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cBy adjusting for specific differences between these \u2018comps\u2019, an agent can provide a data-driven snapshot of the current local market.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ultimately, a CMA provides a snapshot of the local <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/us-housing-market\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">real estate market<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and helps buyers and sellers understand where a property may fit within that market. It can be an important starting point for making pricing, listing, or offer decisions.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-how-does-a-comparative-market-analysis-work\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How does a comparative market analysis work?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A comparative market analysis works by comparing a home with similar properties in the same local market and then adjusting the comparison based on meaningful differences. Rather than relying on a single sale or a simple average, an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/real-estate-agents\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">agent<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> looks at several types of listings to develop a more complete picture of current market conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-4-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cMany people use a CMA to estimate the value of real estate, but it\u2019s much more than that,\u201d states Lawrence Leung, CEO and co-founder of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/keyopp-re.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">KeyOpp Real Estate &amp; Property Management<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cA CMA is a decision-making tool that we use to help our buyers and sellers recognize key opportunities in today&#8217;s market. A well-prepared CMA compares recently sold, active, pending and even expired listings, but layers on adjustments (higher or lower) for differences such as location, condition, size, upgrades and amenities, and market conditions.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-identify-comparable-properties\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Identify comparable properties<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The agent begins by finding homes that are reasonably similar to the property being analyzed, often prioritizing properties in the same neighborhood or a nearby area.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These may include:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>Recently sold homes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Show what buyers have actually paid for comparable properties.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Active listings<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Show what sellers are currently asking for similar homes and what the property may be competing against.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Pending sales<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Provide insight into properties that have recently gone under contract.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Expired listings<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Can offer additional context about homes that did not sell, including whether pricing or other factors may have affected their performance.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-compare-the-properties-to-the-subject-home\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compare the properties to the subject home<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, the agent evaluates how each <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/how-to-find-real-estate-comps-in-my-area\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">comparable property<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> stacks up against the subject home. This can include differences in <\/span><b>location, square footage, layout, condition, lot size, upgrades, amenities, and other features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-make-adjustments\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make adjustments<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not every comparable home will be an exact match. An agent may adjust the analysis higher or lower depending on how a property&#8217;s features compare with the subject home.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, a recently sold home with a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/remodeling-a-kitchen\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">renovated kitchen<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and larger lot may have sold for more than a similar home without those features. These differences help an agent determine how much weight to give each comparable property when estimating the subject home&#8217;s market value.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-consider-current-market-conditions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider current market conditions<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A CMA also takes the broader local market into account. Factors such as inventory, buyer demand, pricing trends, and the pace of sales can influence how relevant recent comparable sales are to today&#8217;s market.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-use-the-analysis-to-inform-a-decision\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use the analysis to inform a decision<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The final CMA provides a data-driven snapshot that can help a seller determine a competitive listing price or help a buyer decide how much to offer. As Lawrence notes, the purpose can extend beyond simply estimating a home&#8217;s value<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">it can help buyers and sellers recognize opportunities and make more confident real estate decisions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-what-factors-are-considered-in-a-cma\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What factors are considered in a CMA?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A comparative market analysis looks at several characteristics of a home and the surrounding market to estimate what buyers may be willing to pay. While comparable sales provide the foundation, real estate professionals may also consider a property&#8217;s location, size, condition, features, and the current balance of supply and demand.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-4-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cMy CMAs not only look at recent sales, but also at the market&#8217;s trajectory,\u201d states <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/laurapallin.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Laura Pallin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cTraditional CMAs often prove conservative given the unpredictable and remarkable success sellers are experiencing in today&#8217;s market. Inventory remains at historically low levels. As a result, demand is consistently driving prices beyond what traditional analysis can predict.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When preparing a CMA, an agent may consider factors such as:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>Recent comparable sales<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Recently sold homes provide insight into what buyers have actually paid for similar properties.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Location<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Homes in the same neighborhood or a similar market area are generally more useful comparisons than properties farther away. Location-specific factors, such as proximity to amenities or other desirable features, can also affect value.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Size and layout<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/how-to-calculate-the-square-footage-of-your-home\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Square footage<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, lot size, and the home&#8217;s overall layout can influence how it compares with other properties.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Condition<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: A recently renovated, move-in-ready home may command a different price than a similar property that needs significant repairs or updates.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Upgrades and amenities<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Features such as a remodeled kitchen, updated bathrooms, garage, pool, outdoor living space, or other improvements can affect a home&#8217;s market value.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Age and architectural characteristics<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/when-was-my-house-built\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">age<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, style, and overall design of a home may help determine which properties make the most appropriate comps.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Inventory<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The number of similar homes currently available can provide insight into the level of competition sellers face.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Buyer demand<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Strong demand can put upward pressure on prices, while weaker demand may limit how much buyers are willing to pay.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Market trajectory<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: An agent may look at whether prices are rising, falling, or remaining relatively stable rather than relying solely on historical sales.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-why-is-a-cma-important-for-sellers\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why is a CMA important for sellers?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pricing a home is one of the most important decisions a seller makes, and a comparative market analysis can provide valuable data to help guide that decision. Rather than relying on personal expectations or what a seller paid for the home, a CMA looks at comparable properties and current market conditions to help establish a price that aligns with what buyers may actually be willing to pay.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-4-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cA comparative market analysis is one of the most important steps before selling a home because it helps homeowners understand where their property realistically stands in the current market,\u201d recommends Ahmed Hashlamon, VP of Data at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mashvisor.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mashvisor<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cA strong CMA is not just about estimating value, it\u2019s about understanding how buyers are likely to respond to the home today.\u201d&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A CMA can help sellers:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>Set a <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/real-estate-pricing-psychology\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><b>competitive listing price<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Recent comparable sales can help establish a realistic starting point for pricing the home.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Avoid overpricing<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: A price that&#8217;s significantly above comparable homes may discourage potential buyers and cause the property to sit on the market longer.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Understand the competition<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Looking at active listings can show sellers which similar homes they&#8217;re competing against and how their property compares.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Gauge buyer demand<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Pending sales, recent activity, and local market trends can provide insight into how buyers are responding to homes like theirs.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Make more confident decisions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: A CMA gives sellers data they can use when determining their pricing strategy rather than relying solely on assumptions about what their home is worth.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-cma-vs-home-appraisal-what-s-the-difference\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CMA vs. home appraisal: What&#8217;s the difference?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A comparative market analysis and a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/home-appraisal\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">home appraisal<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> both help estimate how much a property is worth, but they are prepared for different purposes and follow different processes. <\/span><b>A CMA is typically prepared by a real estate agent <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to help buyers and sellers make pricing decisions, while a<\/span><b> home appraisal is completed by a licensed or certified appraiser <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and provides a formal opinion of value, often for a mortgage lender.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-4-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cA comparative market analysis and an appraisal are both tools used to estimate a property&#8217;s value. However, that&#8217;s where the similarities end; they serve very different purposes and carry different weight,\u201d says <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/tonyknott.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tony Knott<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cA CMA is prepared by a real estate agent and is created by using recent sales data of comparable homes to either set a listing price or to help guide writing an offer. On the other hand, an appraisal is prepared by a licensed, independent appraiser. An appraisal is required by a lender whenever financing is involved in the purchase of real estate. This is to confirm that a property is worth what&#8217;s being financed before approving a mortgage. In short: a CMA helps in the pricing of a home, while an appraisal helps a lender verify that price is justified.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some of the key differences between a CMA and a home appraisal:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><\/td><td><b>Comparative Market Analysis (CMA)<\/b><\/td><td><b>Home Appraisal<\/b><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b>Who prepares it?<\/b><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Typically a real estate agent<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Licensed or certified appraiser<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b>Primary purpose<\/b><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helps determine a competitive listing price or offer<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helps determine a property&#8217;s value for lending and other formal purposes<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b>When is it used?<\/b><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Often before listing a home or making an offer<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Commonly during a home purchase or refinance<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b>What does it consider?<\/b><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comparable properties, recent sales, active and pending listings, market conditions, and property characteristics<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comparable sales, property condition, characteristics, location, and other factors required by the appraisal process<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b>Is it a formal valuation?<\/b><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b>Who typically pays?<\/b><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Often provided as part of an agent&#8217;s services<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Usually paid for by the buyer or borrower as part of the transaction<\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-what-is-a-comparative-market-analysis-final-takeaways\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is a comparative market analysis: Final takeaways<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A comparative market analysis can give buyers and sellers a clearer picture of how a home fits into the current real estate market. By comparing similar properties and accounting for factors like location, condition, upgrades, inventory, and demand, a CMA can help inform pricing and offer decisions. While it isn\u2019t a formal appraisal, understanding what a comparative market analysis is can help you approach your next real estate decision with greater confidence.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019re buying or selling a home, understanding its value can help you make a more informed decision. But how do you know whether a property is priced fairly in today\u2019s market? A comparative market analysis (CMA) gives buyers and sellers a data-driven look at how a home compares to similar properties nearby. 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