CoStar Group Investor Relations Material

CoStar Group, Inc. is an American company providing commercial real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. The company offers comprehensive data and insight on commercial properties, covering aspects like occupancy rates, transaction history, and property valuations. Its primary clients include real estate brokers, owners, investors, lenders, and appraisers. CoStar Group is headquartered in Washington DC, and its shares are listed on the Nasdaq.

CoStar Group, Inc. was established in 1987 by Andrew C. Florance in Washington D.C. The company was created to consolidate and digitize information about commercial real estate properties, which was traditionally scattered and difficult to access. CoStar set out to create a comprehensive database to serve real estate professionals, making property data more readily available and analyzable.

Throughout its history, CoStar has expanded both its geographical reach and the scope of its services. Growth has been achieved through a combination of organic development and strategic acquisitions. Notable acquisitions include LoopNet in 2012, which enhanced its commercial real estate listings, and Apartments.com in 2014, expanding its presence in the residential market.

CoStar Group provides an extensive array of services primarily centered around its comprehensive commercial real estate database, which is one of the largest of its kind. This database includes detailed information on properties, including sales and lease transactions, occupancy rates, property valuations, and historical data. By aggregating and analyzing this data, CoStar offers insights into real estate market trends, pricing, and investment opportunities. Their platform is particularly valuable for professionals like brokers, appraisers, and investors who require accurate and up-to-date information to make informed decisions. CoStar’s services are not just limited to data provision; they also include analytic tools that help users interpret market dynamics, evaluate property values, and identify potential risks and opportunities.

CoStar Group operates several platforms for property listings, each serving a specific segment of the real estate market. LoopNet, a significant platform in CoStar's portfolio, focuses on commercial real estate. It is used by brokers and investors for listing and searching commercial properties. Another platform, Apartments.com, is built for residential listings, particularly apartments and multifamily units (similar to what Zillow and Redfin offer. These platforms offer users functionalities like search filters, property details, and tools for property marketing.