CoStar Group Overview

At CoStar we believe in working hard and playing hard. Our culture attracts and encourages the best and brightest in a broad range of disciplines. While we take our work seriously, we make plenty of time for fun. We support our employees’ professional and academic growth with internal training, tuition reimbursement and our inter-office exchange program. We also kick back with happy hours, rooting for local sports teams and events on the deck at our headquarters.

Working at CoStar is about more than having a job – it’s about having a career. CoStar employees regularly enjoy long tenures here, advancing to more senior positions within specific departments or taking advantage of opportunities to sample roles in widely different areas of the company. Additionally, about 5% of our current employees are rehires; CoStar alumni who have returned after leaving the company for a period of time.   

Working here can be incredibly rewarding, but don’t take our word for it. Take a look at the YoutTube channel to hear from a few of our employees.

Research

We are the No. 1 provider of information and marketing services to commercial real estate professionals in the United States and the United Kingdom and our suite of services offers the most up-to-date and comprehensive database of commercial real estate information throughout the U.S. and abroad.

Clients depend on us for the most accurate commercial real estate information available, and in turn, we depend on our teams to deliver. Our experienced research group is the largest in the industry, divided into two groups: field researchers and research associates.

Field Research

Our field researchers are out on the streets verifying, photographing, measuring and monitoring available space, deliveries, new construction, dispositions, tenant changes and all other applicable property activities.

Research Associates

Our team of associates manages our databases as well as interview brokers, owners, property managers and others who are instrumental in making commercial property deals. Our specialist’s track conditions and monitor market health like cap rate, absorption, vacancies and rental rates.

Sales

Our sales team thrives by providing information and marketing support to solve solutions for our clients while increasing sales. CoStar’s sales division is responsible for growing revenue through the sales of our marketing and informational products to subscribers and non-subscribers within a specific geographic territory and by managing an existing book of business. Each Account Executive is provided with the in-depth training, tools and support they need to help them grow the business.

Technology

Our technology group runs the systems that make us the leader in the industry. We are responsible for one of the most comprehensive and accurate databases of commercial properties in the U.S. and U.K. This provides us with unmatched clarity and insight into the market as our advanced systems are constantly updated, changing and adapting to industry needs.

We are continually developing and releasing enhancements to our products to ensure our clients have the best possible experience. CoStar’s technology group is always innovating to develop the next application.

We believe that talented employees are the foundation of our success so we strive to offer market-leading benefits to keep our employees and their families happy and healthy. Our assortment of carefully selected health and lifestyle benefits range from practical to quirky, and include generous paid time off, parental  and wedding leave, free snacks and use of company Segways and bicycles. 

Employee Leave

• Up to 12 days of vacation leave, 9 paid holidays and 2 personal days during the first year of service
• Parental Leave
• Wedding Leave
• Up to 5 days of paid sick time per year

Transportation

• Washington, DC — Up to $100/month for Metro Smart Benefit Cards
• Boston, MA — Up to $100/month for T-Pass
• Free parking in Columbia, MD and San Diego, CA

Health Care

• Medical, Dental, Prescription, Vision Insurance — CoStar pays most of the premium!
• Pre-tax Health Insurance Premiums
• Free Flu Shots
• Wellness counseling
• On-site health screenings & coaching
• Smoking cessation program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Financial

• 401(k) with company match
• Company-Paid Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Company-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Company-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Lifestyle and Wellness

• Business Casual Dress
• Free use of company bikes in DC
• Free use of company Segways in DC
• Fresh fruit and nutritious snacks
• Complimentary fitness classes
• Deluxe fitness center and locker rooms in DC

Career and Education

• Extensive Training for Research and Sales Associates
• Advanced Training Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Mentor Program
• Service Awards

Employee-Paid Benefits

• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Cancer Insurance Coverage
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Supplemental Short-term Disability Insurance
• Pre-Paid Legal Membership

More than one path to a great career

Each employee’s career is an individual adventure. What’s so fantastic about a CoStar career is that you can  set your own pace for personal advancement thanks to our promote-from-within philosophy.

If you’re interested in a Research position, your career starts on the Portfolio or Field Research path. Each of these paths offer growth within itself and to other paths (see links). Or you may explore opportunities in:

No matter what your aspirations, CoStar knows smart career development recognizes not all individuals want to be people managers. Success here comes in many different forms, whether you seek enrichment in your present assignment or at a managerial level. If you have a proven customer service attitude, self motivation and the ability to think on your feet, your future is bright at CoStar.