EvuroPet City

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App Valuation Strategy

A guide to pricing the app for acquisition by a major commercial real estate data firm like CoStar.

Key Factors to Consider
These factors will determine the intrinsic and strategic value of the application.

Strategic Value to CoStar

Does your app fill a gap in their offerings (e.g., pet-related urban data, sanitation tech, concierge services)? Could it enhance their existing platforms like CoStar Suite or Sale Comps?

Revenue Potential

Estimate future revenue streams: subscriptions, licensing, data monetization. Use discounted cash flow (DCF) or comparable sales to model valuation.

Intellectual Property & Tech Stack

Proprietary algorithms, CAD-based designs, or integrations with urban infrastructure boost value. Highlight any patents, trademarks, or unique tech you've developed.

User Base & Market Traction

Active users, retention rates, and geographic penetration matter. If you’ve launched ScooperleashUSA or EvuroPet, show growth metrics and engagement.

Competitive Landscape

Compare with acquisitions in similar verticals. CoStar has paid tens of millions for platforms with strong data or niche market access.

Pricing Scenarios
Estimated valuation ranges based on the app's maturity and strategic fit.
ScenarioEstimated ValuationNotes
MVP with niche utility
$250K – $1M
If it’s early-stage but fills a strategic gap
Proven traction + IP
$1M – $5M
If you have users, tech, and brand assets
Scalable platform with synergy
$5M – $20M+
If it complements CoStar’s data ecosystem or expands their market
Tactical Tips
Strategies to maximize the valuation during negotiations.

Sell the Vision

Position it as a gateway to new verticals (e.g., pet data in urban planning, concierge services for CRE tenants).

Use Comps

CoStar reportedly pays $3,400/month per license for full-suite access. If your app could be bundled or upsold, use that to justify a premium.

Negotiate Earn-Outs

Consider a base sale price plus performance-based bonuses tied to adoption or revenue milestones.