MetaProp

MetaProp is a New York-based venture capital firm and accelerator focused on real estate technology (PropTech). Founded in 2015, it backs startups across the real estate value chain and runs a 16-week accelerator program, supporting early-stage ventures and broader PropTech initiatives. The organization operates PropTech Place and the MetaProp Accelerator at Columbia University, and hosts global events to advance PropTech adoption.

Zachary Aarons

Partner

Zach Aarons

Co-Founder and General Partner

Aaron Block

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Jeanne Casey

Principal

Tom Cashel

CFO

Past deals in Rental

100

Pre Seed Round in 2024
100 is a technology company specializing in property management software for the multifamily rental sector. It employs advanced identity verification and fraud prevention techniques to enhance the rental application and screening processes, aiming to eliminate fraud and improve efficiency for both renters and property managers.

Pest Share

Seed Round in 2024
Pest Share is a PropTech startup based in Boise, ID. It offers an on-demand pest control platform that enables tenants to diagnose, request, and receive pest services via their cell phones, saving them up to 70% on costs. For property managers, it provides a value-added amenity enhancing tenant experience, operational efficiencies, a new revenue stream, and increased net operating income.

Pest Share

Seed Round in 2023
Pest Share is a PropTech startup based in Boise, ID. It offers an on-demand pest control platform that enables tenants to diagnose, request, and receive pest services via their cell phones, saving them up to 70% on costs. For property managers, it provides a value-added amenity enhancing tenant experience, operational efficiencies, a new revenue stream, and increased net operating income.

Doorstead

Series B in 2023
Doorstead is a property management company that provides full-service management for rental properties, including marketing and listings, tenant screening, lease administration, move-in and move-out support, rent collection, maintenance and repairs, eviction handling, and periodic inspections. Founded in 2019 and based in San Francisco, it combines hands-on property management with a data-driven platform that analyzes millions of local rent points to guide pricing and optimize occupancy. The company offers an upfront rent guarantee, promising a specified monthly rent to owners within weeks even if a property does not immediately rent, and aims to simplify renting and rent collection for owners of single-family homes, condos, and townhomes.

Saltbox

Series B in 2022
Founded in 2019, Saltbox provides flexible workspace solutions for businesses. It offers adaptable office spaces and private warehouse suites, along with support services such as Wi-Fi, loading docks, conference rooms, and community events. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Saltbox caters to importers/exporters, distributors, makers, and e-commerce operators.

Spleet

Seed Round in 2022
Spleet operates a platform offering affordable rental homes. It provides fully furnished spaces with flexible payment options, cleaning services, security, and other amenities, benefiting both tenants seeking convenient living arrangements and homeowners aiming to generate income.

Dongnae

Series A in 2022
Dongnae is a real estate platform founded in 2020 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. The company aims to transform the rental experience by offering products such as Dongnae FLEX and Dongnae PLUS, which provide renters with financial freedom through low security deposits and flexible lease terms. Dongnae's platform connects users with curated homes and services, facilitating a more efficient search for suitable rental properties based on individual needs. By leveraging technology and expertise from the fields of finance and real estate, Dongnae seeks to enhance the quality of life for renters and change perceptions about renting in Korea.

Spleet

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Spleet operates a platform offering affordable rental homes. It provides fully furnished spaces with flexible payment options, cleaning services, security, and other amenities, benefiting both tenants seeking convenient living arrangements and homeowners aiming to generate income.

Showdigs

Seed Round in 2022
Showdigs operates a leasing automation platform that connects property managers and landlords with a network of local, actively licensed real estate agents who are trained to conduct showings through an intuitive scheduling system. The arrangement streamlines on-demand showings, makes the process simple and cost-efficient, reduces scheduling overhead, improves office productivity, and supports scaling of rental portfolios for property managers and owners.

Dongnae

Seed Round in 2021
Dongnae is a real estate platform founded in 2020 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. The company aims to transform the rental experience by offering products such as Dongnae FLEX and Dongnae PLUS, which provide renters with financial freedom through low security deposits and flexible lease terms. Dongnae's platform connects users with curated homes and services, facilitating a more efficient search for suitable rental properties based on individual needs. By leveraging technology and expertise from the fields of finance and real estate, Dongnae seeks to enhance the quality of life for renters and change perceptions about renting in Korea.

Saltbox

Series A in 2021
Founded in 2019, Saltbox provides flexible workspace solutions for businesses. It offers adaptable office spaces and private warehouse suites, along with support services such as Wi-Fi, loading docks, conference rooms, and community events. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Saltbox caters to importers/exporters, distributors, makers, and e-commerce operators.

Dongnae

Seed Round in 2020
Dongnae is a real estate platform founded in 2020 and headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. The company aims to transform the rental experience by offering products such as Dongnae FLEX and Dongnae PLUS, which provide renters with financial freedom through low security deposits and flexible lease terms. Dongnae's platform connects users with curated homes and services, facilitating a more efficient search for suitable rental properties based on individual needs. By leveraging technology and expertise from the fields of finance and real estate, Dongnae seeks to enhance the quality of life for renters and change perceptions about renting in Korea.

Till

Seed Round in 2020
Till is a financial services company founded in 2017 and based in Alexandria, Virginia. It specializes in providing a financial platform tailored for the residential real estate rental industry. The platform is designed to optimize landlord revenue while promoting financial stability for residents through cash-based incentives and short-term rental loans. By offering alternatives that help tenants manage their rent payments and navigate unexpected financial challenges, Till empowers residents to enhance their financial well-being and stay current on their obligations. This dual focus on landlord efficiency and resident support positions Till as a key player in the rental market.

Saltbox

Seed Round in 2019
Founded in 2019, Saltbox provides flexible workspace solutions for businesses. It offers adaptable office spaces and private warehouse suites, along with support services such as Wi-Fi, loading docks, conference rooms, and community events. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Saltbox caters to importers/exporters, distributors, makers, and e-commerce operators.

PadSplit

Seed Round in 2019
Founded in Atlanta, Georgia in 2017, PadSplit operates a digital platform that facilitates shared housing arrangements. The company transforms single-family homes into multi-unit dwellings, offering affordable accommodation options for the workforce by sharing common spaces and utilities.

Till

Seed Round in 2019
Till is a financial services company founded in 2017 and based in Alexandria, Virginia. It specializes in providing a financial platform tailored for the residential real estate rental industry. The platform is designed to optimize landlord revenue while promoting financial stability for residents through cash-based incentives and short-term rental loans. By offering alternatives that help tenants manage their rent payments and navigate unexpected financial challenges, Till empowers residents to enhance their financial well-being and stay current on their obligations. This dual focus on landlord efficiency and resident support positions Till as a key player in the rental market.

Placemakr

Series A in 2018
Placemakr is an alternative lodging service established in 2017 in Washington, D.C. by Jason Fudin. The company operates pop-up hotels within newly constructed luxury apartment buildings, offering fully furnished apartments that blend the comforts of home with hotel services and amenities. Placemakr's platform allows users to browse and book these accommodations, turning vacant apartments into short-term lodging options. This innovative model de-risks the lease-up phase for multifamily developers by creating an additional revenue stream while enhancing the appeal of the residential properties for existing residents.

Placemakr

Seed Round in 2018
Placemakr is an alternative lodging service established in 2017 in Washington, D.C. by Jason Fudin. The company operates pop-up hotels within newly constructed luxury apartment buildings, offering fully furnished apartments that blend the comforts of home with hotel services and amenities. Placemakr's platform allows users to browse and book these accommodations, turning vacant apartments into short-term lodging options. This innovative model de-risks the lease-up phase for multifamily developers by creating an additional revenue stream while enhancing the appeal of the residential properties for existing residents.

Irene Retirement

Seed Round in 2018
Irene Retirement provides a solution for senior homeowners facing financial challenges during their retirement years. As the cost of living and healthcare has increased significantly over the past two decades, many older adults find it difficult to manage their finances. Irene Retirement addresses this issue by purchasing homes from seniors, allowing them to remain in their residences for life while relieving them of mortgage payments, property taxes, and home maintenance responsibilities. This approach enables seniors to access the equity in their homes without incurring debt, allowing them to enjoy their retirement with dignity and financial freedom. By focusing on the needs of older Americans, Irene Retirement aims to empower this demographic and improve their quality of life.

Placemakr

Seed Round in 2017
Placemakr is an alternative lodging service established in 2017 in Washington, D.C. by Jason Fudin. The company operates pop-up hotels within newly constructed luxury apartment buildings, offering fully furnished apartments that blend the comforts of home with hotel services and amenities. Placemakr's platform allows users to browse and book these accommodations, turning vacant apartments into short-term lodging options. This innovative model de-risks the lease-up phase for multifamily developers by creating an additional revenue stream while enhancing the appeal of the residential properties for existing residents.

Irene Retirement

Pre Seed Round in 2017
Irene Retirement provides a solution for senior homeowners facing financial challenges during their retirement years. As the cost of living and healthcare has increased significantly over the past two decades, many older adults find it difficult to manage their finances. Irene Retirement addresses this issue by purchasing homes from seniors, allowing them to remain in their residences for life while relieving them of mortgage payments, property taxes, and home maintenance responsibilities. This approach enables seniors to access the equity in their homes without incurring debt, allowing them to enjoy their retirement with dignity and financial freedom. By focusing on the needs of older Americans, Irene Retirement aims to empower this demographic and improve their quality of life.

Irene Retirement

Seed Round in 2017
Irene Retirement provides a solution for senior homeowners facing financial challenges during their retirement years. As the cost of living and healthcare has increased significantly over the past two decades, many older adults find it difficult to manage their finances. Irene Retirement addresses this issue by purchasing homes from seniors, allowing them to remain in their residences for life while relieving them of mortgage payments, property taxes, and home maintenance responsibilities. This approach enables seniors to access the equity in their homes without incurring debt, allowing them to enjoy their retirement with dignity and financial freedom. By focusing on the needs of older Americans, Irene Retirement aims to empower this demographic and improve their quality of life.

LoftSmart

Seed Round in 2016
LoftSmart, Inc. is a New York-based company that provides an online platform for users to search for apartments. The service is designed to assist young individuals in discovering and leasing local rentals, emphasizing transparency, ease of use, and simplicity in the rental process. By leveraging technology, LoftSmart aims to streamline the apartment hunting experience for its users, making it more accessible and efficient.

Caretaker

Angel Round in 2016
Caretaker is a property management platform that helps rental owners and tenants streamline the rental process. It automates payment collection, manages maintenance requests, and facilitates tenant screening, enabling landlords to efficiently oversee properties and provide a reliable housing option for renters. The company started in 2017 as Flip, a basic subletting platform.

Zeus Living

Seed Round in 2016
Zeus Living, Inc. is a property management company based in San Francisco, California, founded in 2015. It specializes in renting furnished housing to startups, students, and businesses across several key markets, including the Bay Area, Seattle, Los Angeles, and the District of Columbia. Zeus Living partners with homeowners to furnish and manage their properties, thereby providing attractive rental options for corporate clients and facilitating a higher rental income for property owners. Additionally, the company offers a web-based application that delivers property information, enhancing the user experience for both tenants and homeowners.

Jetty

Seed Round in 2016
Jetty Insurance Agency LLC, founded in 2015 and headquartered in New York, is a financial services company that specializes in providing property and casualty insurance products. The company has developed a real estate insurance platform aimed at simplifying the leasing process and enhancing conversion rates for property managers. Jetty's innovative solutions help property managers increase lease conversions, minimize bad debt, and streamline their operations. For renters, Jetty alleviates the financial burden associated with move-in costs, making home renting more affordable and accessible. Through its mission, Jetty seeks to transform the rental experience for both property managers and residents.

Avail

Seed Round in 2015
Avail is an online platform designed to assist independent landlords and property managers in managing rental properties. Founded in 2012 and based in Chicago, Illinois, Avail provides a comprehensive suite of tools that simplifies the rental process. Its offerings include rental listings, tenant screening, customized leases, online rent payments, maintenance tracking, and rent price analysis. The platform caters specifically to landlords with fewer than 10 units, filling a gap in the market for accessible online management tools. With its user-friendly interface, Avail allows landlords to efficiently advertise vacant units, process rental applications, conduct credit checks, and handle lease agreements digitally. As of now, Avail serves approximately 70,000 landlords, making it a valuable resource for both novice and experienced property managers seeking to enhance their operations. Since December 2020, Avail has operated as a subsidiary of Move, Inc.
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