Furnishedfinder.com Scraper

Overview

The FurnishedFinder Scraper is a powerful tool designed to help you gather detailed housing listings from FurnishedFinder.com. Whether you're a traveling professional, property investor, or researcher, this scraper simplifies the process of extracting rental property information efficiently and effectively.

FurnishedFinder is a trusted platform for furnished housing, offering a wide range of options tailored for traveling professionals, students, and short-term renters. Our scraper enables efficient data extraction to streamline your housing search or research needs.

Features

• Extract Housing Listings: Gather detailed information on rental properties, including pricing, location, and amenities.
• Search Customization: Input specific start URLs to refine your property search.
• Configurable Settings: Adjust scraping parameters like concurrency, retries, and delays to suit your needs.
• Proxy Support: Ensure reliable and anonymous scraping with built-in proxy configurations.
• Persistent Data Storage:
  • Use custom storage names to preserve data indefinitely, ensuring deduplication and flexibility.
  • Duplicate datasets easily by assigning unique names to storage, enabling long-term analysis or simultaneous projects.

How to Use

1. Set Up: Ensure you have an Apify account and access to the Apify platform.
2. Provide Input Data: Input start URLs to define your scraping scope.
3. Adjust Scraper Settings: Customize settings like maxItems, maxDelay, and maxConcurrency as per your requirements.
4. Run the Scraper: Execute the scraper on the Apify platform.
5. Download Results: Export the scraped data in your preferred format (JSON, CSV, Excel).

Input Configuration

Here is an example of how to set up the input for the FurnishedFinder Scraper:

1{
2    "startUrls": [
3        {
4            "url": "https://www.furnishedfinder.com/housing/Long-Beach/California/Budget10000/RoomTyper_ou/MoveIndate20241224/Avail"
5        }
6    ],
7    "maxItems": 5,
8    "maxConcurrency": 50,
9    "minConcurrency": 1,
10    "maxRequestRetries": 30,
11    "maxDelay": 15,
12    "storeName": "FurnishedFinderListings",
13    "proxy": {
14        "useApifyProxy": true,
15        "apifyProxyGroups": [
16            "RESIDENTIAL"
17        ]
18    }
19}

Input Fields Explanation

• Start URLs (startUrls): URLs to start scraping from on FurnishedFinder.com.
• Max Items (maxItems): Maximum number of listings to process during a single run.
• Max Concurrency (maxConcurrency): Maximum number of pages processed simultaneously.
• Min Concurrency (minConcurrency): Minimum number of pages processed simultaneously.
• Max Request Retries (maxRequestRetries): Number of retries for failed requests before stopping.
• Max Delay (maxDelay): Maximum delay (in seconds) between requests to avoid rate limiting.
• Store Name (storeName): Custom name for the storage to enable data deduplication and retention.
• Proxy Configuration (proxy): Proxy settings for anonymity and reliability during scraping.

Why Use Custom Storage?

• Persistent Retention: Preserve your data beyond the default retention limits.
• Data Deduplication: Automatically avoid duplicate entries in your storage.
• Flexible Project Management: Save multiple datasets by assigning unique storage names for separate projects or analyses.
• Long-Term Insights: Maintain historical data for comprehensive market trend studies.

Output Structure

The scraper produces a structured list of rental properties with detailed information. Below is an example of the output:

1{
2    "id": "542039_1",
3    "IsMultipleUnit": "False",
4    "name": "<div class='title' title='HOUSE FOR RENT-4 BEDROOMS, 2 FULL BATHROOMS'>HOUSE FOR RENT-4 BEDROOMS, 2 FULL BATHROOMS</div>",
5    "lat": 34.0196834,
6    "long": -118.3264924,
7    "MDesc": "<ul><li>Fully Furnished</li><li>Utilities Included</li><li>4 bedroom</li></ul>",
8    "MDesc2": "$4,500/month ",
9    "PType": "House",
10    "PF": "False",
11    "image": "https://www.furnishedfinder.com/_pserp_/542039/1/542039_1_48240994-full.jpg",
12    "PILink": "https://www.furnishedfinder.com/property/542039_1",
13    "Icon": "",
14    "Price": "$4,500",
15    "Avail": "Contact for Availability",
16    "AvailDate": "12/1/2024",
17    "Preferred": "True",
18    "Verified": "True",
19    "BathType": "",
20    "LNRLink": "",
21    "camount": "0",
22    "BedRoomCount": "4",
23    "Furnished": "True",
24    "IsDPCEnabled": "False",
25    "Utilities": "True",
26    "HotTub": "False",
27    "FreeParking": "True",
28    "HouseKeeping": "False",
29    "Wifi": "True",
30    "Pool": "False",
31    "SmartTV": "False",
32    "Laundry": "True",
33    "KingSizeBed": "False",
34    "EV": "False",
35    "Kitchen": "True",
36    "WheelChair": "False",
37    "Gym": "False",
38    "Score": "1000",
39    "PMScore": "0",
40    "QualityScore": "0",
41    "brand": "",
42    "Subbrand": ", ",
43    "ComplexPartner": "False",
44    "Submitted_by": "theobsta.messaye",
45    "images": [
46        {
47            "url": "https://www.furnishedfinder.com/_pserp_/542039/1/542039_1_48240994-full.jpg",
48            "caption": ""
49        }...
50    ],
51    "Bedrooms": [
52        {
53            "title": "Bedroom 1",
54            "sleep": "2",
55            "beds": "King Bed"
56        },
57        {
58            "title": "Bedroom 2",
59            "sleep": "1",
60            "beds": "Single (Twin) Bed"
61        },
62        {
63            "title": "Bedroom 3",
64            "sleep": "2",
65            "beds": "Double (Full) Bed"
66        },
67        {
68            "title": "Bedroom 4",
69            "sleep": "2",
70            "beds": "Double (Full) Bed"
71        }
72    ],
73    "description": "Residential area in a quiet neighborhood. Safe location with mild foot traffic and people walking/running their dogs. The house is about 1400 sq ft. There are 4 bedrooms (one is good for an office) and two full bathrooms. One of the bedrooms is separated from the other rooms by the kitchen and has a bathroom inside. There are comfortable beds in each room, a large eat-in kitchen with stove, refrigerator, and washer/dryer on the premises. The front and back doors have a few steps each. ",
74    "closestFacilities": [
75        {
76            "name": "PIH Health Good Ssmaritan Hospital",
77            "distance": "3.20 miles away"
78        },
79        {
80            "name": "Dignity Health California Jospital",
81            "distance": "3.90 miles away"
82        },
83        {
84            "name": "Centinela Hospital",
85            "distance": "3.80 miles away"
86        }
87    ],
88    "amenities": {
89        "Kitchen": [
90            "Kitchen essentials",
91            "Microwave",
92            "Starter kitchen essentials",
93            "Full-Size Fridge",
94            "Stovetop",
95            "Kitchen"
96        ],
97        "Interior": [
98            "Storage",
99            "Heating",
100            "WiFi",
101            "Internet",
102            "Cleaning products",
103            "Essentials (Kitchenware, Bathware, Linens)"
104        ],
105        "Safety": [
106            "Carbon Monoxide Detector"
107        ],
108        "Bathroom": [
109            "Starter toiletries"
110        ],
111        "Laundry": [
112            "Washer and dryer (On premises)"
113        ],
114        "Entertainment": [
115            "TV"
116        ],
117        "Suitability": [
118            "Close to Public Transportation",
119            "Quiet Environment"
120        ],
121        "Parking": [
122            "Free Parking on Premises"
123        ]
124    },
125    "houseRules": {
126        "Pets": "Not Allowed",
127        "Smoking": "Not Allowed"
128    },
129    "landlordDetails": {
130        "name": "THEOBSTA",
131        "location": "What this property offersAmenitiesPetsSmokingDecember 2024January 2025Confirmed info:Los Angeles, CALos Angeles, CA",
132        "tenure": "1 year, 6 monthsTenure: 1 year, 6 monthsTenure: 1 year, 6 monthsTenure: 1 year, 6 months",
133        "biography": "I am a single mom of a 16-year-old son. I work in the medical field as a practice manager.  After work and on the weekends, I also run a home-based bakery and love to make delicious and visually stunning cakes. My goal is to make my tenant comfortable and feel at home while renting my house.",
134        "verifications": [
135            "Email verified",
136            "Phone number verified",
137            "ID verified",
138            "Email verified",
139            "Phone number verified",
140            "ID verified"
141        ],
142        "profileLink": "https://www.furnishedfinder.com/members/profile?u=theobsta.messaye"
143    },
144    "reviews": [
145        {
146            "reviewer": "Brit***",
147            "date": "Mar 11, 2024",
148            "rating": 5,
149            "content": "This is a great place to stay at! L is very helpful and sweet. She is very accommodating and always had great recommendations. I enjoyed my time staying with her. The area is a great place to live in, lots of shopping, coffee shops, restaurants etc. within walking distance. I loved going to the grove on my days off. The neighborhood is very safe to live in. Definitely recommend!",
150            "reviewerImage": null,
151            "landlordReply": {
152                "responder": "Leena",
153                "content": "Thanks so much B.  Hope all is well with you.  MY current person is leaving June 24 if you know f anyone looking for a space.  Thanks again"
154            }
155        }
156    ]
157}

Output Fields Explanation

The scraper generates detailed rental property listings, encompassing critical attributes such as pricing, amenities, availability, landlord details, and more. Below is an updated example:

• id: Unique identifier for the listing.
• title: Title or headline of the property listing.
• price: Monthly rental price.
• availability:
  • date: Date the property is available.
  • status: General availability status.
• type: Type of property (e.g., House, Room, Apartment).
• location:
  • latitude: Geographical latitude of the property.
  • longitude: Geographical longitude of the property.
  • city: City where the property is located.
  • state: State where the property is located.
• description: A detailed description of the property.
• features:
  • furnished: Indicates if the property is furnished.
  • utilitiesIncluded: Whether utilities are included in the rent.
  • privateBath: Availability of a private bathroom.
  • wifi: Availability of WiFi.
  • laundry: Availability of laundry facilities.
  • kitchen: Indicates if a kitchen is available.
  • Additional attributes include parking, smartTV, pool, gym, and EVCharger.
• houseRules:
  • maxOccupancy: Maximum number of occupants allowed.
  • petsAllowed: Indicates if pets are allowed.
  • smokingAllowed: Indicates if smoking is allowed.
• landlordDetails:
  • name: Name of the landlord or property manager.
  • location: Landlord’s location.
  • tenure: How long the landlord has been managing the property.
  • verifications: Verification details (e.g., email, phone, ID).
  • profileLink: Direct URL to the landlord's profile.
• amenities: Comprehensive list of amenities categorized by type (e.g., kitchen, interior, safety, parking).
• photos: Array of image URLs showcasing the property.
• link: Direct URL to the property listing.

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Support

• For issues or feature requests, please use the Issues section of this actor.
• For further assistance, contact the author:
  • Author's website: https://muhamed-didovic.github.io/
  • Email: muhamed.didovic@gmail.com

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