Proptech News: 10/10/2025
From AI-driven property management to commission-free PropTech platforms and investor adoption trends, real estate is rapidly evolving through innovation.
As the real estate world evolves, technology is taking center stage. From AI-driven automation to fully digital, commission-free transactions, 2025 is shaping up to be a defining year for PropTech.
Investors, developers, and property managers alike are embracing intelligent systems that simplify workflows, unlock efficiency, and enhance transparency across residential and commercial markets.
This week’s roundup explores how emerging PropTech solutions—and the accelerating adoption of AI—are reshaping how we buy, sell, and manage real estate.
Proptech platform rentnbuy launches residential sales feature - Business Review
Proptech startup rentnbuy is expanding beyond rentals to officially launch its residential sales segment, introducing a fully digital, commission-free model that connects property owners and buyers directly. The move comes amid Romania’s booming housing market, which saw over 169,000 transactions and a 10% price increase last year.
Unlike traditional or hybrid real estate platforms, rentnbuy differentiates itself through a 100% direct owner-to-buyer approach, enhanced by AI-powered technology and end-to-end digital processes. Listings are verified, marked with documentation, and safeguarded through a manual approval system for contact sharing — ensuring transparency, security, and authenticity.
Powered by its AI assistant REVA, rentnbuy offers personalized recommendations and detailed neighborhood insights. Its business model remains free of commissions or hidden fees, with future revenue from adjacent services like insurance and financing.
Backed by Plug and Play and valued at €5 million, rentnbuy aims to redefine how Romanians buy and sell homes, positioning itself as a regional proptech innovator.
AI Automation in Real Estate: Smarter Property Management with PropTech - BBN Times
AI automation is revolutionizing property management, ushering in a new era of efficiency, predictive insights, and smart decision-making. By integrating advanced PropTech solutions, real estate professionals can now streamline operations, reduce manual workloads, and enhance tenant experiences.
Machine learning algorithms optimize rental pricing and occupancy rates through real-time data analysis of market trends and tenant behaviors—helping property managers maximize revenue and retention. Predictive maintenance systems powered by AI detect equipment issues before failure, minimizing costly repairs and ensuring continuous building performance.
Meanwhile, digital twin technology and IoT sensors are reshaping how property assets are managed. These virtual replicas of buildings allow managers to simulate operations, plan maintenance, and personalize tenant experiences based on real-time data.
As AI-driven PropTech continues to evolve, property managers adopting these innovations are setting new industry standards—achieving smarter, more sustainable, and data-driven real estate operations.
Real Estate Really Wants to Use AI, But It’s Not Fully Ready: Survey – Commercial Observer
A 2025 survey by Dealpath reveals a strong industry-wide shift toward AI adoption in real estate, with 96% of institutional investors planning to increase AI investments despite persistent challenges.
While 90% of firms already have dedicated AI teams or leads, significant barriers remain:
Lack of internal expertise (43%)
Regulatory concerns (42%)
Budget constraints (39%)
Fragmented data (36%)
Nearly all respondents are either using or planning to use AI, with a major focus on improving data infrastructure over the next two years.
Top AI applications include:
Document analysis
Portfolio monitoring
Investment memo creation
Despite the enthusiasm, there’s caution around AI accuracy, particularly in underwriting. However, industry leaders recognize AI’s growing importance in accelerating deal evaluation and enhancing operational efficiency.
Interestingly, larger firms are leading adoption—a notable shift for a sector often slow to embrace new technology.
The survey underscores the need for in-house AI expertise, strong partnerships, and governance frameworks to fully harness AI’s potential. Ultimately, AI stands out as a top strategic priority for continued investment and integration in commercial real estate (CRE) over the next 1–2 years.
The convergence of AI and PropTech is no longer a distant future—it’s happening now. Platforms like rentnbuy are redefining accessibility, while automation tools are transforming property management into a predictive, data-driven science. The industry’s readiness to adopt AI, despite its challenges, signals one thing: innovation is the new foundation of real estate.