About SmartRent
SmartRent, founded in 2017, is an industry-leading company that provides an end-to-end smart home technology ecosystem for rental communities, offering innovative software and hardware solutions that automate entire rental portfolios, enhance resident convenience, protect investments, and enable contact-free access, with significant growth milestones including Series A funding led by RET Ventures, platform expansions, and a 2021 public listing on the New York Stock Exchange.
Making smarter living and working possible for everyone
SmartRent believes everyone deserves to live and work better through smart technology. The company focuses on innovative solutions that enhance daily life in rental communities, transforming ordinary spaces into intelligent, connected environments that empower residents and property managers to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Since 2017, SmartRent has been turning possibilities into reality, offering the industry’s only end-to-end ecosystem that automates entire portfolios of rental assets. As a trusted partner for rental communities, SmartRent delivers software and hardware that builds value, protects investments, and brings convenience to every home.
“SmartRent checked all the boxes, from mobile integration to user interface, support, the rate card, everything as you're going down the list, they met our criteria. Full integration is critical for us because we demand data integrity."
— Ryan Perez, Executive Vice President, Capital Square Living
Reimagining rental technology
How we’ve grown into the industry leader
- 2017
- Founded SmartRent with a vision to transform rental housing through innovative smart home technology, launching the flagship Smart Apartments solution.
- 2018
- Secured $5 million in Series A funding, led by RET Ventures, whose deep industry expertise and strategic backing played a pivotal role in accelerating growth and platform development. RET Ventures continued to support SmartRent in subsequent funding rounds. Read More
- 2020
- Expanded the platform with Self-Guided Tours and Access Control solutions, giving residents and staff contact-free ways to access properties.
- 2021
- Marked a major milestone by going public on the New York Stock Exchange (SMRT), showcasing strong market confidence in the company's vision.
- Enhanced the platform’s capabilities by integrating with several industry-leading property management systems, including Yardi and Entrata.
- 2022
- Acquired SightPlan, a former RET Ventures portfolio company, adding maintenance, resident engagement, and property operations tools to SmartRent's platform. Read More
- Celebrated the deployment of 500,000 installed units, establishing SmartRent as a clear industry leader in smart home technology for rental housing. Read More
- 2023
- Published research findings on resident internet needs and launched the Community WiFi solution to address this critical market demand. Read More
- 2024
- Achieved one million Self-Guided Tours, demonstrating widespread adoption of SmartRent technology across the rental housing industry. Read More
- Advanced smart home innovation with an expanded lineup of Alloy products: Deadbolt+ featuring Apple integration, Fusion, and Leak Sensor+. Read More
- Announced a $10M investment in developing next-generation smart property technology, reinforcing the company's commitment to industry advancement. Read More
SmartRent Leadership Team
Decades of experience in property management & developing innovative technology
- Frank Martell — President and Chief Executive Officer
- Heather Auer — Chief Human Resources Officer
- Pankaj Bansi — Chief Transformation Officer
- Natalie Cariola — Chief Revenue Officer
- Brian McQuaid — General Counsel
- Sangeeth Ponathil — Chief Information Officer
- Daryl Stemm — Chief Financial Officer
Leading the way
SmartRent’s solutions transform the rental experience for residents and property managers and have garnered significant recognition within the industry. The company is proud to be a multi-award-winning organization making a real difference in the world of smart living.
Awards and Recognition
- 2024 Deloitte Technology Fast 500™ List
- 2024 MHN Excellence Awards
- 2024 PBJ Largest Phx-Area Software Firms
- 2023 HousingWire Tech100
Join the SmartRent team
SmartRent is not just building smart apartments; it is creating connected communities where technology enhances every aspect of residents' lives. At SmartRent, you’ll be part of a passionate team pushing the boundaries of innovation in the real estate industry. The company is driven by the belief that technology can transform how people experience their homes, and is looking for talented individuals to join on this journey.
Let’s talk about your needs
Every community is unique. The SmartRent team is ready to discuss your specific challenges and goals. Book a demo today and see how easy it is to implement SmartRent in your community.