Marketplace Search Mcp

What is Marketplace Search Mcp?

Marketplace Search Mcp is a Model Context Protocol server with 22 tools for marketplace search, price comparison, license verification, and data lookup across 15+ platforms. It enables an AI assistant to query listings, verify licenses, retrieve grading data, and access government records, property details, and cost estimates through a single MCP interface.

How to use Marketplace Search Mcp?

Install the server using npx @lulzasaur9192/marketplace-search-mcp and add it to your MCP client configuration (e.g., Claude Desktop or Cursor) with the command and arguments shown in the README. No further setup is required; optionally register for an API key to access higher rate limits.

Key features of Marketplace Search Mcp

• Searching 13 marketplaces with a single tool.
• Specialized searches for IMDb, Houzz, and Thumbtack.
• License verification for contractors and nurses.
• PSA population report for collectible cards.
• NYC building violation and estate sale lookups.
• FCC certification, GSA auction, and storage searches.
• Childcare cost and home service cost estimates.
• AI agent skill safety verification via SkillGuard.

Use cases of Marketplace Search Mcp

• Research product prices across TCGPlayer, Reverb, Grailed, and other marketplaces simultaneously.
• Verify a contractor’s or nurse’s license in selected U.S. states.
• Look up real estate listings, estate sales, or storage facilities by location.
• Retrieve PSA certification data for trading cards.
• Estimate childcare costs or home service prices for budgeting.

FAQ from Marketplace Search Mcp

What runtime or dependencies are required?

The server runs via npx, so Node.js and npm must be installed on the host machine. No additional dependencies are listed.

Is an API key required to use the server?

No, an API key is optional. You can use the server without one, but registering for a free key via the provided endpoint gives higher rate limits. Paid subscriptions on RapidAPI are also available for even higher limits.

How do I get higher rate limits or dedicated support?

You can either register for a free API key using the curl command in the README, or subscribe to one of the linked RapidAPI plans (e.g., TCGPlayer Price Data, Reverb Music Gear Listings, Thumbtack Pro Directory) for higher quotas and support.

What data sources are accessible through this server?

The server queries over 15 online platforms including TCGPlayer, Reverb, Grailed, Redfin, Bonanza, ThriftBooks, AbeBooks, Goodreads, OfferUp, Swappa, StubHub, Craigslist, Poshmark, IMDb, Houzz, Thumbtack, PSA, NYC DOB, GSA Auctions, FCC, and more. Data is fetched in real time and not stored locally.

What transport or authentication does the server use?

The server communicates via MCP’s standard stdio transport. Authentication is optional and handled through a MARKETPLACE_API_KEY environment variable when set.