The context
Search is where every Property Finder journey begins, but results were slow, filters were rigid, and relevance hadn't kept up with how people actually look for homes. We rebuilt the search experience in five months — and listing engagement rose 35%.
The approach
We rebuilt search from the query layer up: a new indexing pipeline for fresher results, redesigned filters that reflect how buyers and renters really search, and a results page tuned relentlessly for speed. A Parser managed squad delivered the rebuild behind feature flags, testing every change against live traffic.
The impact
The new search experience went live in five months. Results load faster, filters respond instantly, and listing engagement is up 35% — with more enquiries reaching agents as a result.
The new architecture also unlocked the roadmap: personalised results, saved searches, and map-first browsing all became straightforward additions rather than rebuilds.
