Seattle, Washington – Zillow unveiled a new “Paranormal Activity” search filter yesterday, allowing home buyers to sift through listings haunted by everything from flickering lights to full-on poltergeist pranks. The feature, rolled out amid a surge in remote work and “spooky season” enthusiasm, lets users toggle options like “mild creaks” or “aggressive apparitions” to match their tolerance for otherworldly roommates. Company officials say it’s a response to buyer demand, as online forums buzz with tales of surprise hauntings post-purchase.
Zillow’s chief product officer, 42-year-old tech enthusiast Mia Vargas, demoed the filter at a virtual press event, grinning as she clicked through ghostly gems. “We’ve all had that listing where the price is too good to be true—turns out it’s because the ghost wants the attic back,” Vargas quipped, adding that early beta testers reported a 20% uptick in viewings for “charmingly cursed” properties. One enthusiastic user, 35-year-old barista and aspiring ghost hunter Jamal Ruiz, shared his excitement: “Finally, I can search for a two-bedroom with EVP recordings included—no more sifting through squeaky floorboards that aren’t even supernatural.”
Realtors in the Pacific Northwest are mixed on the update, with some predicting a boom in “haunted flips.” Portland-based agent Kendra Lee, 48 and a self-proclaimed skeptic with a side gig in tarot readings, joked, “My clients used to complain about bad vibes; now they’ll demand a séance before closing. If this takes off, I’ll need hazard pay for dealing with the dearly departed’s negotiations.” Zillow plans to expand the filter next month with AI-driven “ghost compatibility” scores, potentially revolutionizing the market for thrill-seeking buyers while leaving traditional homes feeling a bit… lifeless.