ATTOM API MCP Server
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An MCP Server for ATTOM
Overview
What is ATTOM API MCP Server?
The ATTOM API MCP Server is an MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that acts as middleware, exposing ATTOM API endpoints for real estate data as MCP tools. It allows AI agents to access property data, valuations, assessments, and sales information via the MCP protocol.
How to use ATTOM API MCP Server?
Install it via uvx (recommended) or uv tool install. Configure with an ATTOM_API_KEY environment variable. Then integrate with MCP clients like Claude Desktop by adding the server configuration to the client’s MCP settings. Use tools such as property_detail by passing identification parameters like attom_id or address.
Key features of ATTOM API MCP Server
- MCP interface for ATTOM API endpoints
- Comprehensive API coverage with 55+ endpoints
- Structured error handling and logging
- Configurable via environment variables
- Packaged as a Python CLI tool for easy deployment
- Supports multiple property identification methods (AttomID, address, FIPS+APN)
Use cases of ATTOM API MCP Server
- AI agents querying real estate property details and profiles
- Automated valuation analysis using AVM and rental data
- Sales history and comparable property research
- Neighborhood data retrieval (crime, population, schools)
- Building permits and assessment history lookups
FAQ from ATTOM API MCP Server
What is the ATTOM API MCP Server?
It is an MCP server that exposes ATTOM API endpoints as MCP tools, enabling AI agents to access real estate data through the MCP protocol.
What are the prerequisites for using it?
Python 3.11 or higher, the uv package manager, and a valid ATTOM API key.
How do I configure the server?
Set the ATTOM_API_KEY environment variable (required). Optionally set ATTOM_HOST_URL, ATTOM_PROP_API_PREFIX, ATTOM_DLP_V2_PREFIX, ATTOM_DLP_V3_PREFIX, LOG_LEVEL, and LOG_FORMAT.
How do I use it with Claude Desktop?
Add the following to Claude Desktop’s MCP configuration: {"command": "uvx", "args": ["mcp-server-attom"], "env": {"ATTOM_API_KEY": "your_api_key_here"}}.
What transport methods does it support?
It supports stdio transport by default. It can also run as an HTTP server using the --port and --host command-line options.