CoStar Group announces $1.6bn acquisition of Matterport to enhance digital real estate solutions

CoStar Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: CSGP), a premier provider of online real estate marketplaces, analytics, and information, has reached a definitive agreement to acquire all outstanding shares of Matterport, Inc. in a cash and stock transaction valued at $5.50 per share, totaling an estimated $1.6 billion in enterprise value. This strategic acquisition will significantly enhance CoStar’s offerings in the digital real estate space, particularly in creating digital twins and 3D virtual tours.

Transaction Details and Strategic Fit

CoStar Group, founded in 1987, operates leading online real estate platforms such as Apartments.com, LoopNet, and Homes.com, and maintains a comprehensive database of real estate information. Matterport, headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, leads in digital twin technology, significantly impacting how properties are marketed, sold, and managed globally.

Under the terms of the agreement, Matterport stockholders will receive $2.75 in cash and $2.75 in shares of CoStar Group common stock for each share of Matterport they hold. The acquisition is set to combine Matterport’s cutting-edge 3D technology with CoStar’s expansive real estate database and platform services.

Andy Florance, Founder and CEO of CoStar Group, highlighted the synergy between the two companies, stating, “CoStar Group and Matterport have nearly identical mission statements of digitizing the world’s real estate. I look forward to welcoming Matterport to the CoStar Group family and believe that we will be stronger together, in pursuit of our common mission.”

Matterport’s Innovative Technology and Market Impact

Founded in 2011, Matterport has pioneered significant advancements in the real estate sector, especially with its 3D capture solutions and digital twins technology. Its products and services are crucial for various real estate sectors, including residential, commercial, and hospitality, facilitating better planning, construction, operations, and marketing of properties.

RJ Pittman, Chair and CEO of Matterport, expressed enthusiasm about joining forces with CoStar Group. “This transaction is another significant milestone that acknowledges the groundbreaking work Matterport has accomplished in 3D digital twin technology and AI-driven property intelligence,” said Pittman.

Anticipated Outcomes and Industry Impact

The acquisition is expected to close within the year, subject to Matterport stockholder approval and other customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals. The integration of Matterport’s technology is anticipated to enhance CoStar’s existing platforms like Apartments.com and Homes.com, offering richer and more immersive property viewing experiences to users.