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Craigslist API

Craigslist (craigslist.org) has 2 public methods: get listing details and search listings. Each costs 1 credit per completed run (1¢ with pay as you go); failed runs are free.

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Methods

2

  • Get listing details

    Gets the public details of a Craigslist listing from its link. Deleted or expired listings are not returned, and hidden contact details are not included.

    Returns title, price, currency, description, neighbourhood, city area, dates, attributes, photos, map link, posting ID

    Readcraigslist.org/get_listing

  • Search listings

    Searches public Craigslist listings in a city or area, newest first. Renewed listings may have older original posting dates.

    Returns title, price, currency, neighbourhood, posted date, photo, link, posting id

    Readcraigslist.org/search_listings