[header] How to determine market value for your home [title] Do an internet search for recently-sold homes in your area. [step] Some local governments and realty sites publish this information on their websites. Using an online search engine is a good first step to take before you make any phone calls or visit any offices. 
That way, you can get an idea of what information is available without a lot of inconvenience for yourself. [substeps] Some of the most popular sites for real estate research are realtor, trulia, and zillow.