I’m happy to announce the first release of the new InspiredAustin.com Austin Home Search.

InspiredAustin.com Austin Home Search

As you can see, I’ve built a map-based interface for searching homes for sale in Austin, Texas. This first release of the new interface has the following main features:

Google Map Property Display

Map icons indicate property locations, type (homes vs. condos), and modern vs. non-modern. You can adjust the map view (pan, zoom) to change the search area. Clicking on an icon displays a summary of property details (see below).

Table Property Display

This table displays details about the properties visible in the map. The table is sortable by any field (price, sqft, etc.). Clicking on a table row displays a summary of property details (see below).

Search Form

This form expands from the upper right corner and allows you to search for homes by price, # of beds & baths, Sqft, as well as MLS # or Street name.

Listing Detail Summary

This panel on the right of the map displays a summary of property details when any icon or table row is clicked. You can click through images here, or click on the link to the full property details page.

Search Statistics Table

This table at the bottom right displays the number of search results for the current map view and Search Form settings as well as Min/Max/Average values of list price, Sqft, and price/sqft.

Summary & Request for Input

The intent of this new interface is to allow buyers to quickly and easily drill down to homes that meet your specific needs. It can also help sellers to get a quick idea of prices in their area. The map interface allows for focusing on specific areas, while the search form can further narrow results. The map, table, and statistics displays provide a high level view of home search results, while the Listing Summary and linked Details pages provide full info.

I hope you find this new search interface as useful as I do. I think my Austin Home Search is already better than most existing Austin Home Search websites, although there is still much room for improvement. I have several additional features planned.

I would truly appreciate any feedback or suggestions for improving the design/usability of this search. I know many of my clients & readers have design backgrounds so I’m sure you could provide many useful tips. Please comment below or email me: ryan at inspiredaustin dot com

Be sure to check out the new search here or via the link at the upper right :

Austin Home Search

Note: If you long for the older tabular Austin listing displays they can be found here: Austin Modern Home List. If there is enough demand I can add a link to this on the sidebar as well.