Display Real Estate Properties with Google Maps – Tutorial

Embedding an interactive map on a real estate website allows users to easily view available properties based on their location. Using the Google Maps API , you can dynamically display properties with markers, information windows, and interactive filters.

In this article, we will explore how to:

1. Get a Google Maps API key
2. Display a Google Map on your website
3. Add markers for properties
4. Customize property information (price, images, etc.)
5. Filter properties by criteria (price, type, city, etc.)

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1. Get a Google Maps API Key

Google Maps requires an API key to work. Here’s how to get it:

1. Create a Google Cloud account :

   • Go to Google Cloud Console .
   • Create a project and enable Google Maps JavaScript API .

2. Generate an API key :

   • Access API Keys in Google Cloud.
   • Restrict access to your website to prevent misuse.

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2. Add Google Maps to your Website

In your project’s HTML file, add this Google Maps script, replacing YOUR_API_KEY with your API key:

3. Add Markers for Properties

Let’s add dynamic markers to display real estate properties.

Add this code in the <script> of your page:

Explanation :

• We define an array of properties objects containing the coordinates, names and prices of the properties.
• We loop through each property to create a marker .
• We add an InfoWindow (information bubble) which opens by clicking on a marker.

4. Filter Properties Dynamically

Let’s add a form to filter properties by price or type.

Add this code in your body before <div id="map"></div> :

Then, update the script to include the filter:

Added feature :

• A drop-down menu allows you to select Apartments or Houses .
• The filterProperties() function displays only the properties of the selected type.

Conclusion

With Google Maps API , you can create an interactive map that displays real estate properties in an intuitive and dynamic way. This system can be enriched with:

• More advanced filters (by price, size, number of rooms, etc.).
• Displaying properties from a database or WordPress.
• An interactive search engine.

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