RealScout displays search filters fed directly from the data feed you are connected to. Filter names and available options may differ from those on your MLS member portal.
Finding a Filter in the Search Page
Open the Search page or open an existing alert to edit it.
Scroll to the bottom of the search criteria and click Add Filters.
In the search field that appears, type a keyword — for example, "garage," "pool," "view," or "stories." Alternatively, you can scroll through the categories to explore available filters.
RealScout shows available filters matching that keyword for your MLS feed.
Check the box next to the filter you want and click Apply Changes.
The filter appears in your search criteria. Set the value and save.
Note: The Add Filters option is not available on all search pages. If you do not see it, the search page you are using may not support custom filter additions for your MLS.
Common Filter Examples
Filtering for 55+ Communities
To include 55+ (senior) communities in your search:
Use the Senior Community filter. This is often located near the top of the search form or under the Features section.
Select Yes to include age-restricted properties in your results. To exclude 55+ communities:
Use the Senior Community filter and set it to No. This will remove age-restricted properties from your results.
If the filter is unavailable, use the Public Remarks filter. Add terms like "Senior Community," "55+," or "Retirement" under the "None Of" section to exclude these listings.
Excluding Auction Listings
To remove auction properties from your search:
Open the search form and click Add Filters.
Add the Sale Type filter.
In the Sale Type field, select Auction and set it to Not to exclude auction listings.
Excluding Galley Kitchens
You can exclude galley kitchens using one of two methods:
Interior Features Filter: Add "Kitchen - Galley" under the "None Of" section.
AI Search: Type "no galley kitchen" in the AI Search prompt for a flexible approach.
If You Cannot Find a Specific Filter
Filter names vary by data feed because each MLS provides its own field names and data structure to RealScout. A filter that appears as "Pool: Yes/No" in one MLS may appear as "Pool Features" or "Water Features" in another.
An alternative would be to attempt using the Public Remark filter and enter keywords that could be used in the listing's description. For example, to exclude 55+ communities, you can add terms like "Senior Community," "55+," or "Retirement" under the "None Of" section.
If you cannot locate a specific filter:
Otherwise, pull up a listing in your MLS member portal that has the feature you are searching for.
Note the exact field name as it appears in your MLS system.
Email our support team with the MLS field name and an MLS printout showing the field (if available).
The Member Support team will confirm whether the field is available in RealScout and help you locate it.
Frequently Asked Questions Why do some filters appear for some contacts but not others? Filters depend on the MLS data feed selected for that search. Switch to a different MLS, and the available filters change. Can I use Add Filters in AI Search? Yes. Click Add Filters in the filter panel, or describe what you're looking for in natural language, and AI Search will map it to the right filter. What if a filter exists in my MLS but doesn't appear in RealScout? Not every MLS field is surfaced in RealScout. Email support with the field name and an MLS printout, and we'll assess if we can add it. Can I save a search with custom filters? Yes. Any search you create, including those with custom filters, can be saved as an alert or template. Why do I get zero results after adding filters? Ensure your filters are not conflicting. For example, avoid pairing List Price with Closed Price, and use Baths Total for general bathroom ranges instead of overly specific filters.
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