Best way to find comps (Not a Realestate Agent)

[Brandon Ropp]

I am new to real estate investing, looking for my first project and wondering what the most accurate way is to run comps on properties. I have been evaluating properties in the areas of Wilmington, Newark, Elsmere and Hockessin in Delaware and Delaware County in Pennsylvania; it appears that each area has significantly different types of markets and investment opportunities. I am wondering what the best ways are to find accurate comps for different markets, do you have any preferred methods besides relying on a realtor? 

Thank you