# Cowdy Urls Scraper (`getdataforme/cowdy-urls-scraper`) Actor

Extract comprehensive property details from Cowdy.co.nz listings, including titles, specs, descriptions, and agent info. Automates data collection for real estate analysis, market research, and investment decisions....

- **URL**: https://apify.com/getdataforme/cowdy-urls-scraper.md
- **Developed by:** [GetDataForMe](https://apify.com/getdataforme) (community)
- **Categories:** AI, Agents, E-commerce
- **Stats:** 2 total users, 2 monthly users, 100.0% runs succeeded, 0 bookmarks
- **User rating**: No ratings yet

## Pricing

from $9.00 / 1,000 results

This Actor is paid per event. You are not charged for the Apify platform usage, but only a fixed price for specific events.

Learn more: https://docs.apify.com/actors/running/actors-in-store.md#pay-per-event

## What's an Apify Actor?

Actors are web data automations that power AI and operations. They run on the Apify platform to scrape websites, process data, connect APIs, and automate workflows.
In Batch mode, an Actor accepts a well-defined JSON input, performs an action which can take anything from a few seconds to a few hours,
and optionally produces a well-defined JSON output, datasets with results, or files in key-value store.
In Standby mode, an Actor provides a web server which can be used as a website, API, or an MCP server.
Actors are written with capital "A".

## How to integrate an Actor?

If asked about integration, you help developers integrate Actors into their projects.
You adapt to their stack and deliver integrations that are safe, well-documented, and production-ready.
The best way to integrate Actors is as follows.

- **AI agents and MCP clients** — the [Apify MCP server](https://docs.apify.com/integrations/mcp.md) at `https://mcp.apify.com` (remote, streamable HTTP, OAuth on first use).
- **Agentic workflows and local Actor development** — [Agent Skills](https://apify.com/.well-known/agent-skills/index.json) with the [Apify CLI](https://docs.apify.com/cli/docs.md): `npm install -g apify-cli`, then `apify login`.
- **JavaScript/TypeScript projects** — the official [JS/TS client](https://docs.apify.com/api/client/js/docs.md): `npm install apify-client`.
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- **Any other language** — the [REST API](https://docs.apify.com/api/v2.md).

For usage examples, see the [API](#api) section below.

For more details, see Apify documentation as [Markdown index](https://docs.apify.com/llms.txt) and [Markdown full-text](https://docs.apify.com/llms-full.txt).

# README

## Cowdy Urls Scraper

### Introduction

The Cowdy Urls Scraper is a powerful Apify Actor designed to extract detailed property information from Cowdy.co.nz listings. It automates the collection of key data points such as property titles, specifications, descriptions, and agent details, enabling efficient data gathering for real estate analysis. This tool saves time and ensures accurate, structured data output for various professional and research applications.

### Features

- **Comprehensive Data Extraction**: Scrapes essential property details including titles, bedrooms, bathrooms, parking, floor area, and full descriptions.
- **Agent Information Retrieval**: Captures agent names, roles, contact details, profiles, and images for complete listing insights.
- **Flexible URL Input**: Accepts multiple start URLs to scrape individual or batch property pages.
- **High Reliability**: Built on CheerioCrawler for fast, reliable web scraping with error handling.
- **Structured JSON Output**: Delivers clean, machine-readable data ideal for integration into databases or analytics tools.
- **Performance Optimized**: Handles multiple URLs efficiently, minimizing resource usage.
- **Easy Integration**: Seamlessly works with Apify's ecosystem for scheduling, monitoring, and exporting results.

### Input Parameters

| Parameter | Type   | Required | Description | Example |
|-----------|--------|----------|-------------|---------|
| startUrls | array | Yes      | URLs to start with. Provide an array of property page URLs from Cowdy.co.nz to scrape. | \[{"url": "https://cowdy.co.nz/property/2b-barclay-place-burwood/"}] |

### Example Usage

#### Input JSON

```json
{
  "startUrls": [
    {
      "url": "https://cowdy.co.nz/property/2b-barclay-place-burwood/"
    }
  ]
}
```

#### Output JSON

```json
[
  {
    "product_title": "Freshly Updated, Generous Bedrooms & Expansive Lawn",
    "bedrooms": "3",
    "bathrooms": "1",
    "parking": "1",
    "floor_area": "160m2",
    "description": "To download the property files please copy & paste the following link: https://www.propertyfiles.co.nz/property/RX4747953\n\nRecently refreshed and ready for its next chapter, this Burwood home blends modern upgrades with timeless character. Freshly painted and with new carpet throughout, it offers spacious rooms, thoughtful design, and plenty of space inside and out. The lounge opens through sliding doors to a private patio, while the expansive lawn and established trees create a peaceful space perfect for entertaining. Inside, the generous bedrooms all feature built- in wardrobes, while a new family bathroom and large separate laundry add everyday convenience.\n\n- 3 generous bedrooms with built in wardrobes\n- Modern updates include fresh paint and new carpet\n- Character kitchen cabinetry with breakfast bar\n- Spacious lounge with patio access\n- Large separate laundry\n- New modern family bathroom\n- Heat pump + night store heating\n- Internal access single garage\n- Garden shed + vege patch space\n\nPerfectly positioned for families, you\u2019re just 300m to Burwood Park and 450m to The Palms. The beach is only a 7- minute drive, and the CBD is just 12 minutes away. With transport links, schools, and shops close by, this home offers convenience, lifestyle, and long- term value.\n\nDeadline Sale: All offers to be presented on or before 4:00 pm, Thursday 6th November (unless sold prior)\n\nGet in touch today to arrange your private viewing \u2014 homes like this don\u2019t stay available for long.\n\nTo download the property files please copy & paste the following link: https://www.propertyfiles.co.nz/property/RX4747953",
    "agents": [
      {
        "name": "Tom Rennie",
        "role": "Residential Sales Consultant",
        "phone": "021 0838 3232",
        "profile": "https://cowdy.co.nz/agent/tom-rennie/",
        "image": "https://cowdy.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/TomRennie_Featured_400x260.jpg"
      },
      {
        "name": "Jake Wieblitz",
        "role": "Residential Sales Consultant",
        "phone": "027 239 7176",
        "profile": "https://cowdy.co.nz/agent/jake-wieblitz/",
        "image": "https://cowdy.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/JakeWieblitz_Featured_400x260.jpg"
      }
    ]
  }
]
```

### Use Cases

- **Market Research and Analysis**: Gather data on property trends, pricing, and features for real estate market studies.
- **Competitive Intelligence**: Monitor competitor listings and agent activities in specific regions.
- **Price Monitoring**: Track property values and specifications for investment decisions.
- **Content Aggregation**: Compile property descriptions and details for real estate blogs or databases.
- **Academic Research**: Collect structured data for studies on housing markets or urban development.
- **Business Automation**: Automate data extraction for CRM systems or lead generation in real estate.

### Installation and Usage

1. Search for "Cowdy Urls Scraper" in the Apify Store
2. Click "Try for free" or "Run"
3. Configure input parameters
4. Click "Start" to begin extraction
5. Monitor progress in the log
6. Export results in your preferred format (JSON, CSV, Excel)

### Output Format

The Actor outputs an array of JSON objects, each representing a scraped property. Key fields include:

- `product_title`: The property's title or headline.
- `bedrooms`, `bathrooms`, `parking`, `floor_area`: Basic specifications as strings.
- `description`: Full property description text.
- `agents`: An array of objects with agent details (name, role, phone, profile URL, image URL).

Data is structured for easy parsing and integration.

### Support

For custom/simplified outputs or bug reports, please contact:

- Email: support@getdataforme.com
- Subject line: "custom support"
- Contact form: https://getdataforme.com/contact/

We're here to help you get the most out of this Actor!

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# Actor input Schema

## `startUrls` (type: `array`):

URLs to start with.

## Actor input object example

```json
{
  "startUrls": [
    {
      "url": "https://cowdy.co.nz/property/2b-barclay-place-burwood/"
    }
  ]
}
```

# API

You can run this Actor programmatically using our API. Below are code examples in JavaScript, Python, and CLI, as well as the OpenAPI specification and MCP server setup.

## JavaScript example

```javascript
import { ApifyClient } from 'apify-client';

// Initialize the ApifyClient with your Apify API token
// Replace the '<YOUR_API_TOKEN>' with your token
const client = new ApifyClient({
    token: '<YOUR_API_TOKEN>',
});

// Prepare Actor input
const input = {
    "startUrls": [
        {
            "url": "https://cowdy.co.nz/property/2b-barclay-place-burwood/"
        }
    ]
};

// Run the Actor and wait for it to finish
const run = await client.actor("getdataforme/cowdy-urls-scraper").call(input);

// Fetch and print Actor results from the run's dataset (if any)
console.log('Results from dataset');
console.log(`💾 Check your data here: https://console.apify.com/storage/datasets/${run.defaultDatasetId}`);
const { items } = await client.dataset(run.defaultDatasetId).listItems();
items.forEach((item) => {
    console.dir(item);
});

// 📚 Want to learn more 📖? Go to → https://docs.apify.com/api/client/js/docs

```

## Python example

```python
from apify_client import ApifyClient

# Initialize the ApifyClient with your Apify API token
# Replace '<YOUR_API_TOKEN>' with your token.
client = ApifyClient("<YOUR_API_TOKEN>")

# Prepare the Actor input
run_input = { "startUrls": [{ "url": "https://cowdy.co.nz/property/2b-barclay-place-burwood/" }] }

# Run the Actor and wait for it to finish
run = client.actor("getdataforme/cowdy-urls-scraper").call(run_input=run_input)

# Fetch and print Actor results from the run's dataset (if there are any)
print(f"💾 Check your data here: https://console.apify.com/storage/datasets/{run.default_dataset_id}")
for item in client.dataset(run.default_dataset_id).iterate_items():
    print(item)

# 📚 Want to learn more 📖? Go to → https://docs.apify.com/api/client/python/docs/quick-start

```

## CLI example

```bash
echo '{
  "startUrls": [
    {
      "url": "https://cowdy.co.nz/property/2b-barclay-place-burwood/"
    }
  ]
}' |
apify call getdataforme/cowdy-urls-scraper --silent --output-dataset

```

## MCP server setup

```json
{
    "mcpServers": {
        "apify": {
            "type": "http",
            "url": "https://mcp.apify.com/?tools=fetch-actor-details,getdataforme/cowdy-urls-scraper"
        }
    }
}

```

The hosted server signs you in with OAuth on first connect, so no API token belongs in this config. Clients without OAuth support can send an `Authorization: Bearer <APIFY_API_TOKEN>` header instead, using a token from API & Integrations in Apify Console (https://console.apify.com/settings/integrations).

## OpenAPI specification

Download the OpenAPI definition: https://api.apify.com/v2/actors/dAFdl9g10e7i9xe16/builds/xZOxJJJQdFxOtjZMl/openapi.json