Searching for Properties

This guide will show you how to use basic and advanced search features on Jamaica Homes (https://jamaica-homes.com). 

Basic Search: 

29. Visit the Jamaica Homes website: Go to https://jamaica-homes.com. 

30. Choose Property Type: 

• Underneath the banner, you’ll see options for “For Rent” and “For Sale.” Select the option based on your needs. 

31. Filter by Location: 

• In the “Location” field, select the parish where you’d like to find properties (e.g., Kingston, St. Andrew, Manchester). 

32. Set Bedroom Count: 

• Use the “Bedrooms” dropdown to choose the desired number of bedrooms. 

33. Set Budget: 

• In the “Max Price” field, enter your maximum budget or leave it blank for any price range. 

34. Click Search: 

• Click the “Search” button to view matching properties. 

Advanced Search: 

Finding the Advanced Search: 

• Basic search is quick for general needs. For more specific searches, use the advanced search option. 

• The location of the advanced search bar depends on the page you’re on: 

• Front Page: Advanced search is not available on the front page. Use the basic search options there. 

• Search Results Page & Other Pages: Look for the search bar at the top of the page (except the Jamaica Homes dashboard). 

Using the Advanced Search Bar: 

35. Location: 

• Enter an address, town, street name, or property ID in the search bar. 

• The system might suggest matching locations based on your input. 

36. Basic Filters (Optional): 

• Similar to basic search, you can set filters for “Beds” (minimum bedrooms) and “Max Price.” 

37. Advanced Options (Click “Advanced” button): 

• Click the “Advanced” button next to the search bar to reveal more filters. 

• Parishes: Refine your location by selecting specific parishes. 

• Cities/Towns: Narrow down your search by choosing specific cities or towns within a parish. 

• Additional Features: Select features you’re interested in, such as “New Construction,” “Pending,” or “Subject to Contract.” 

• Bathrooms: Choose the minimum number of bathrooms desired. 

• Labels: Filter by labels Realtors use to describe properties (e.g., “Back on Market,” “Investment Property”). 

38. Click Search: 

• After applying your desired filters, click the “Search” button to find properties matching your advanced criteria. 

Tips: 

• Use a combination of basic and advanced search options to find properties that best suit your needs. 

• Explore the various filters in the advanced search to target your ideal property location and features. 

• By refining your search, you can save time and focus on the most relevant properties.  

Saved Searches 

Here’s how to save your property searches on Jamaica Homes: 

Requirements: 

• A Jamaica Homes account (free to create). 

Steps: 

39. Perform a Search: 

• Use either basic or advanced search options to find properties that match your criteria (refer to the previous guide for search instructions). 

40. Save the Search: 

• After filtering your search results, locate the “Save Search” button. It might be near the top or bottom of the search results page. 

41. Benefits of Saving Searches: 

• Clicking “Save Search” will add this specific search with its criteria to your account. 

• Whenever new properties are listed that meet your saved search criteria, you’ll receive email notifications from Jamaica Homes. 

Who can benefit from Saved Searches? 

• Buyers: Stay updated on new listings that fit your budget, location, and desired features. 

• Sellers: Track similar properties hitting the market to understand current pricing trends. 

• Real Estate Agents: Monitor new listings relevant to your clients’ needs. 

Additional Notes: 

• Creating a Jamaica Homes account is necessary to use the “Save Search” feature. 

• Saved searches allow you to be proactive in your property search and receive updates conveniently.