# Property Finder Scraper (`datascrapers/propertyfinder-scraper`) Actor

A high-performance Property Finder Scraper designed to scrape real estate listings from Property Finder.

- **URL**: https://apify.com/datascrapers/propertyfinder-scraper.md
- **Developed by:** [Farhan Ali](https://apify.com/datascrapers) (community)
- **Categories:** Real estate, News, Lead generation
- **Stats:** 2 total users, 1 monthly users, 100.0% runs succeeded, 0 bookmarks
- **User rating**: No ratings yet

## Pricing

from $3.00 / 1,000 results

This Actor is paid per event and usage. You are charged both the fixed price for specific events and for Apify platform usage.

Learn more: https://docs.apify.com/actors/running/actors-in-store.md#pay-per-event

## What's an Apify Actor?

An Actor is a serverless cloud program that runs on the Apify platform. It has two run modes.
In Batch mode, an Actor accepts a well-defined JSON input, performs an action which can take anything from a few seconds to a few hours,
and optionally produces a well-defined JSON output, datasets with results, or files in key-value store.
In Standby mode, an Actor provides a web server which can be used as a website, API, or an MCP server.

Apify vocabulary and the platform model are defined once, in the agent quickstart at https://apify.com/agents.md.

## How to integrate an Actor?

If asked about integration, you help developers integrate Actors into their projects.
You adapt to their stack and deliver integrations that are safe, well-documented, and production-ready.

Do not guess an integration path. Every one of them is in the agent quickstart at https://apify.com/agents.md: the Apify MCP server, Agent Skills with the Apify CLI, the JavaScript and Python clients, the REST API, and the account-free path for an agent with no human to sign in. It also carries the rule on stating cost before the first paid run.

For examples already wired to this Actor's own input schema, see the [API](#api) section below.

Each client library has reference documentation the quickstart does not restate: [JavaScript/TypeScript](https://docs.apify.com/api/client/js/docs.md) (`npm install apify-client`) and [Python](https://docs.apify.com/api/client/python/docs.md) (`pip install apify-client`).

# README

**Property Finder Scraper** creates a structured dataset of property listing records collected from Property Finder (propertyfinder.ae). Each dataset item can include the listing title, price (value, currency, and period), location and coordinates, bedroom and bathroom counts, size, property type, listing URL, agent and broker contact details, verification status, and listed date. Query the source using a Property Finder search URL, control request concurrency with `maxConcurrency`, and retrieve records through the Apify Dataset API or export them as JSON, CSV, Excel, or XML.

### Dataset at a glance

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Source | propertyfinder.ae |
| Record unit | One property listing |
| Input methods | Search URL |
| Main identifiers | `id`, `share_url` |
| Delivery | Apify Dataset and API |
| Export formats | JSON, CSV, Excel, XML |
| Update model | Fresh records per Actor run |
| Pricing | Pay per event, $3 per 1,000 results |

### Coverage and available records

The Actor starts from a Property Finder search URL (sale or rent, with any site filters applied) and paginates through all matching listings, returning one record per property. It captures residential and commercial listings with pricing, location, features, and agent/broker contact details where the listing exposes them.

### Data dictionary

| Field | Type | Nullable | Description | Example |
|---|---:|---|---|---|
| `id` | string | No | Property ID | `15529240` |
| `title` | string | Yes | Listing title | `Unfurnished \| Great Location \| Available Now` |
| `property_type` | string | Yes | Property type | `Apartment` |
| `price` | object | Yes | Price object (`value`, `currency`, `period`) | `{ "value": 155000, "currency": "AED", "period": "yearly" }` |
| `location` | object | Yes | Location (`full_name`, `coordinates.lat`, `coordinates.lon`) | `{ "full_name": "Downtown Dubai, Dubai" }` |
| `bedrooms` | string | Yes | Number of bedrooms | `2` |
| `bathrooms` | string | Yes | Number of bathrooms | `2` |
| `size` | object | Yes | Size (`value`, `unit`) | `{ "value": 1347, "unit": "sqft" }` |
| `agent` | object | Yes | Agent (`name`, `email`) | `{ "name": "Ryan Duddy" }` |
| `broker` | object | Yes | Broker (`name`, `phone`) | `{ "name": "betterhomes - Business Bay" }` |
| `is_verified` | boolean | Yes | Verified listing flag | `true` |
| `offering_type` | string | Yes | Offering type | `Residential for Rent` |
| `listed_date` | string | Yes | Listed date | `2025-11-03T08:12:03Z` |
| `share_url` | string | Yes | Listing URL | `https://www.propertyfinder.ae/en/plp/...` |

### Example dataset record

```json
{
  "id": "15529240",
  "property_type": "Apartment",
  "price": { "value": 155000, "currency": "AED", "period": "yearly" },
  "title": "Unfurnished | Great Location | Available Now",
  "location": {
    "full_name": "Burj Views C, Burj Views, Downtown Dubai, Dubai",
    "coordinates": { "lat": 25.190874, "lon": 55.281666 }
  },
  "bedrooms": "2",
  "bathrooms": "2",
  "size": { "value": 1347, "unit": "sqft" },
  "agent": { "name": "Ryan Duddy", "email": "ryan.duddy@bhomes.com" },
  "broker": { "name": "betterhomes - Business Bay", "phone": "+97144081000" },
  "is_verified": true,
  "offering_type": "Residential for Rent",
  "listed_date": "2025-11-03T08:12:03Z",
  "share_url": "https://www.propertyfinder.ae/en/plp/rent/apartment-for-rent-dubai-downtown-dubai-burj-views-burj-views-c-15529240.html"
}
```

The record above was produced by the input in the next section: a Property Finder search for rentals in Dubai.

### Query and input reference

| Input | Type | Required | Default | Accepted values | Description |
|---|---:|---|---|---|---|
| `url` | string | Yes | — | Property Finder search URL | Search page to scrape (sale/rent, area, filters) |
| `maxConcurrency` | integer | No | `5` | `1`–`20` | Maximum concurrent page requests |
| `proxyConfiguration` | object | No | Residential | Apify proxy settings | Proxy configuration |

Minimal request:

```json
{
  "url": "https://www.propertyfinder.ae/en/search?l=1&c=2&fu=0&rp=y&ob=mr&page=1"
}
```

Advanced request:

```json
{
  "url": "https://www.propertyfinder.ae/en/search?l=1&c=2&fu=0&rp=y&ob=mr&page=1",
  "maxConcurrency": 5,
  "proxyConfiguration": {
    "useApifyProxy": true,
    "apifyProxyGroups": ["RESIDENTIAL"]
  }
}
```

### Retrieve the data through the API

1. Start the Actor with a JSON input containing a Property Finder `url`.
2. Wait for the run to finish.
3. Read records from the run's default dataset.
4. Paginate or export the dataset.

```python
from apify_client import ApifyClient

client = ApifyClient("YOUR_API_TOKEN")
run = client.actor("datascrapers/propertyfinder-scraper").call(
    run_input={
        "url": "https://www.propertyfinder.ae/en/search?l=1&c=2&fu=0&rp=y&ob=mr&page=1",
        "maxConcurrency": 5,
    }
)
for item in client.dataset(run["defaultDatasetId"]).iterate_items():
    print(item.get("id"), item.get("title"), item.get("price"))
```

Apify's generated API tab documents the equivalent calls for other languages.

### Data quality and record handling

- **Completeness** — agent, broker, verification, and size fields are conditional on the listing's data.
- **Source changes** — pricing and availability reflect the response at scrape time.
- **Deduplication** — the Actor does not deduplicate across runs; use `id` as the stable key.
- **Retry/error behavior** — listings that cannot be resolved are skipped; the run continues.
- **Normalization** — `price` and `size` are nested objects; coordinates are numeric.

### Export and pipeline examples

| Destination | Recommended method | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| PostgreSQL/Supabase | Dataset API or webhook consumer | Property market analysis |
| Google Sheets | Apify integration | Lead and price tracking |
| S3/cloud storage | Scheduled export or integration | Listing snapshots |

### Pricing and cost examples

Billing is **pay per event**: each listing record pushed to the dataset is one charge. Platform compute is included in the actor usage fee.

| Records | Estimated base cost |
|---:|---:|
| 1,000 | $3.00 |
| 10,000 | $30.00 |
| 100,000 | $300.00 |

Estimates depend on the verified pricing model and the number of results you request.

### Limitations and responsible data use

- Only publicly accessible Property Finder listing data is returned.
- Prices and availability change frequently and reflect the moment of collection.
- Fields may be missing or conditional depending on the listing.
- No historical snapshots are stored unless you keep them yourself.
- You are responsible for complying with Property Finder's terms and applicable laws.

### Dataset questions

#### What does one dataset item represent?

One property listing.

#### Which field should I use as a unique identifier?

Use `id`, the property identifier.

#### Are fields nullable or conditional?

Yes. Agent, broker, verification, and size fields are conditional on the listing's data.

#### Can I retrieve the records as CSV or JSON?

Yes. Export the default dataset as JSON, CSV, Excel, or XML, or read it through the Apify Dataset API.

#### How do I paginate large datasets?

The Actor paginates the search automatically; use the Dataset API to page through results.

#### What counts as a billable result?

Each listing record pushed to the dataset is one event charge.

### Related datasets from Data Scrapers

- **[Dubizzle Scraper](https://apify.com/datascrapers/dubizzle-scraper)** — UAE classifieds (motors, property, jobs) for the same regional market.
- **[Dubai Listing Scraper](https://apify.com/datascrapers/dubai-listing-scraper)** — Bayut UAE property records that join with Property Finder data.
- **[Rightmove Scraper](https://apify.com/datascrapers/rightmove-scraper)** — UK property records for cross-market analysis.
- **[Idealista Scraper](https://apify.com/datascrapers/idealista-scraper)** — European property listings for broader datasets.

### Data Scrapers support

Need an additional field, record type, or export workflow? Contact Data Scrapers at stardustspotlight@gmail.com. Include a sample source URL, required fields, expected record volume, and preferred delivery format.

# Actor input Schema

## `url` (type: `string`):

The URL of the Property Finder search page to scrape. Should include search filters and parameters.

## `maxConcurrency` (type: `integer`):

Maximum number of pages to process concurrently. Lower values are safer but slower, higher values are faster but may trigger rate limits.

## `proxyConfiguration` (type: `object`):

Select proxy groups or use your custom proxies

## Actor input object example

```json
{
  "url": "https://www.propertyfinder.ae/en/search?l=1&c=2&fu=0&rp=y&ob=mr&page=1--testing",
  "maxConcurrency": 5,
  "proxyConfiguration": {
    "useApifyProxy": true,
    "apifyProxyGroups": [
      "RESIDENTIAL"
    ]
  }
}
```

# Actor output Schema

## `dataset` (type: `string`):

Link to the default dataset containing all scraped listings

## `run` (type: `string`):

Link to the run in Apify Console

# API

You can run this Actor programmatically using our API. Below are code examples in JavaScript, Python, and CLI, as well as the OpenAPI specification and MCP server setup.

## JavaScript example

```javascript
import { ApifyClient } from 'apify-client';

// Initialize the ApifyClient with your Apify API token
// Replace the '<YOUR_API_TOKEN>' with your token
const client = new ApifyClient({
    token: '<YOUR_API_TOKEN>',
});

// Prepare Actor input
const input = {
    "url": "https://www.propertyfinder.ae/en/search?l=1&c=2&fu=0&rp=y&ob=mr&page=1--testing"
};

// Run the Actor and wait for it to finish
const run = await client.actor("datascrapers/propertyfinder-scraper").call(input);

// Fetch and print Actor results from the run's dataset (if any)
console.log('Results from dataset');
console.log(`💾 Check your data here: https://console.apify.com/storage/datasets/${run.defaultDatasetId}`);
const { items } = await client.dataset(run.defaultDatasetId).listItems();
items.forEach((item) => {
    console.dir(item);
});

// 📚 Want to learn more 📖? Go to → https://docs.apify.com/api/client/js/docs

```

## Python example

```python
from apify_client import ApifyClient

# Initialize the ApifyClient with your Apify API token
# Replace '<YOUR_API_TOKEN>' with your token.
client = ApifyClient("<YOUR_API_TOKEN>")

# Prepare the Actor input
run_input = { "url": "https://www.propertyfinder.ae/en/search?l=1&c=2&fu=0&rp=y&ob=mr&page=1--testing" }

# Run the Actor and wait for it to finish
run = client.actor("datascrapers/propertyfinder-scraper").call(run_input=run_input)

# Fetch and print Actor results from the run's dataset (if there are any)
print(f"💾 Check your data here: https://console.apify.com/storage/datasets/{run.default_dataset_id}")
for item in client.dataset(run.default_dataset_id).iterate_items():
    print(item)

# 📚 Want to learn more 📖? Go to → https://docs.apify.com/api/client/python/docs/quick-start

```

## CLI example

```bash
echo '{
  "url": "https://www.propertyfinder.ae/en/search?l=1&c=2&fu=0&rp=y&ob=mr&page=1--testing"
}' |
apify call datascrapers/propertyfinder-scraper --silent --output-dataset

```

## MCP server setup

```json
{
    "mcpServers": {
        "apify": {
            "type": "http",
            "url": "https://mcp.apify.com/?tools=fetch-actor-details,datascrapers/propertyfinder-scraper"
        }
    }
}
```

The hosted server signs you in with OAuth on first connect, so no API token belongs in this config. Clients without OAuth support can send an `Authorization: Bearer <APIFY_API_TOKEN>` header instead, using a token from API & Integrations in Apify Console (https://console.apify.com/settings/integrations).

## OpenAPI specification

Download the OpenAPI definition: https://api.apify.com/v2/actors/Dt4Yw8Ar97xkVJF8x/builds/Yt3SZiWFR5UVKrBQP/openapi.json