Summary answer: A Zillow estimate drop usually reflects a recalculation based on nearby comparable sales, not a genuine decline in your home's actual value — and given Woodbridge prices are essentially flat to modestly up (0.4%-1.0% YoY), a lower Zestimate is far more likely an algorithm quirk than a real market signal.
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Common reasons a Zestimate drops
| Reason | What's Happening |
|---|---|
| A nearby distressed or below-market sale | Pulls down the algorithm's comp pool temporarily |
| Your home's specific updates aren't reflected | Zillow doesn't know about renovations unless manually updated |
What actually tells you your home's real value
- A comparative market analysis (CMA)
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