Rightmove has launched a beta version of AI‑powered conversational property search in the UK. Built with Google’s Gemini models, the tool lets users describe what they want in plain language and receive tailored property results.
The feature appears directly in the homepage search bar. Clicking “Use AI” opens a chat window where home‑movers can refine searches in their own words.
Beyond standard filters like location, bedrooms, and price, the AI can surprisingly handle more complex requests. Examples include finding homes with solar panels, cottages with sea views, or properties within a 30‑minute commute that also have access to green spaces.
However, results only come from Rightmove’s live listings and data assets. The AI assistant generates shortlists that match criteria, complementing the platform’s traditional search tools.
Needless to say, it would have been great if there were an independent AI platform that presented data from all other live listing hosting sites and gathered them into one big result for users to assess.
Going back, the feature is currently only available to a limited portion of Rightmove’s audience, following the company’s usual rollout process.
This launch builds on earlier AI features. In 2025, Rightmove introduced “AI Keywords” on mobile apps, which scans listing text and images for specific prompts like “river view” or “underfloor heating.” The company has also recently added “Style with AI,” a tool that lets buyers visualise properties by removing furniture, adjusting lighting, or applying design styles such as Scandi or Art Deco.
Rightmove says the new conversational search reflects growing demand for description‑based queries. With over one billion minutes spent on the platform monthly, the company is leveraging its large audience and data sets to refine AI tools. Tarah Lourens, Chief Technology and Operations Officer, described the launch as a way to “genuinely add value for people moving home and for partners.”
The tool will undoubtedly evolve based on user interaction. Rightmove plans to expand functionality over time, using agentic development techniques to accelerate progress. While it’s still confined to one company, this beta marks the next step in building an AI‑powered property marketplace.
