Best Small and Medium Workplaces in Real Estate

best small and medium workplaces in real estate

Fortune 

To determine the Best Workplaces in Real Estate in 2026, Fortune partnered with global people analytics firm <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.greatplacetowork.com/">Great Place to Work</a> to analyze survey feedback representing more than 28,000 U.S. employees. See also: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.fortune.com/ranking/best-workplaces-real-estate/2026">Best Large Workplaces in Real Estate</a>.

Employees say:&nbsp;"Management recognizes and nurtures individual strengths. Rather than forcing everyone into a one-size-fits-all role, leadership often tailors positions and responsibilities to align with each person's talents and resourcefulness. This flexibility allows employees to do their best work while continuing to grow in their careers."

NetWorth Realty

Employees say:"People care about each other and view this as more than just a job. This is a place where people take pride in what they do and treat it as a privilege rather than an obligation. Everyone genuinely seems to enjoy going to work and being around their coworkers. This company adds to its employee's lives, it does not take."

The Garrett Companies

Employees say:"This company is unique because we have strong teamwork and collaboration. Our company promotes an open and balanced work environment built on honest feedback and transparent communication. I am truly grateful to work for a company that values their employees."

Rhodes Enterprises

Employees say:"Honestly, you're never on an island here. The support is real. Leadership is involved, responsive, and genuinely wants to see you win, not just hit a quota. It creates an environment where you can grow fast, feel confident, and actually enjoy coming to work, which is rare in sales."

Signorelli Company

Employees say:"This being a family-owned and family-managed organization across multiple generations is unique. Not only does this family live and breathe their company mission, they have a deep desire to continue the company's mission of building amazing places for society to enjoy. Having worked in other real estate companies where return and the bottom line are the main priority, this is refreshing and almost has an altruistic nature to it."

Turnberry Associates

Employees say:"Our company is quite unique, as our core mission is doing good while doing well. We foster a vibrant culture with fun events and meaningful community service opportunities throughout the year. What sets us apart is our intelligent, approachable leadership that values open dialogue and fresh ideas."

W. P. Carey

Employees say:"MountainSeed bends over backwards and twists in half during the backbend to be a great place to work. The last company holiday party was truly unbelievable to me, the lengths the company extended itself to be accommodating to employees. MountainSeed provides such a beneficial PTO package that we almost can not fulfill all of the time off. Meaningful events and events that promote health and well-being are the norm, not the exception."

MountainSeed

Employees say:"One of the most special things about Hilltop is our commitment to charitable initiatives. I love that we host two annual programs that make a meaningful difference in the communities we serve. It's truly inspiring to see our teams and residents come together in support of a greater cause."

Hilltop Residential

Employees say:"They are open to new ideas and ways to solve problems and improve resident/employee experience. Our 'Better Way' program allows employees to submit ideas that they think could be worth implementing to improve work quality, efficiency, or the resident experience."

Venterra Realty

Employees say:"The company shows a genuine interest in and care for its employees. For example, new employees are asked to create a slideshow detailing personal things about them in an effort to get to know the individual as a person, not just an employee. New employees are also greeted with a welcome gift package. Employees have the ability to earn points to use in the employee store. Understanding is shown when an employee needs to take care of personal things in their life. In general, Alliant National cares for its employees and recognizes that they are individuals with lives to live outside of work."

Alliant National Title

Employees say:"I really respect that my manager always give me the flexibility to work my job. I can leave early or come in late or switch days there is never an issue. I do not do it often, but I like having the option. I have a great work-life balance, and because of that, I appreciate my job and I am happy to work here at Action Property Management. I am happy and energized to give my energy to the residents and community."

Action Property Management

Employees say:"This is the most transparent and welcoming company I have ever worked for in my career. Everyone at all levels are made aware at least monthly of our direction and is asked for their feedback at our all-hands meeting. All feedback is taken with consideration and ideas implemented to the best of their ability."

Threepoint Mortgage

Employees say:"I truly love that they give back to the community—there is always an opportunity to think of others less fortunate, and we do community work as a company, which is wonderful because we get to know each other on another level…not just in the office or through emails."

Veris Residential

Employees say:"My CEO helped cover the costs of my late father's funeral arrangements when my family was not only grieving, but struggling financially. It was the most generous thing anyone has ever done for me, and I will never forget it. This is the real-deal at Mac Haik Ent. We're proud to be a Great Place To Work, and our leadership definitely walks the walk in our commitments to one another, both professionally and as individuals."

Mac Haik Management

Employees say:"Flournoy values their employees just as much as residents. Every experience is crafted to further confidence, educate, and motivate. When I first started here, I had been in the industry less than a month. Every individual I've made contact with through Flournoy has taught me something and motivated me to grow. I feel many organizations these days simply don't prioritize their workers the way Flournoy does. It's more than a job, it's a family."

Flournoy Development Group

Employees say:"The benefits are amazing, great culture, talented leadership. Awesome job that offers real stability and has great, genuinely kind people. Training is amazing, leadership is kind, pay is on point. The combined overall employment experience is excellent."

CBL & Associates Properties

Employees say:"I love that we praise specific people every time we meet. For example, in today's company-wide, Monday morning meeting, one of our partners brought up five different people who found ways to be generous. We also give monthly, quarterly, and annual awards that encompass every job. Walton is always looking for ways to praise its team members and identify future leaders."

Walton Communities

Employees say:"A few things that I can think of that contribute to a positive culture at ESRT are freedom of expression (dress code is fair and not limiting), office space is clean and open, there are variety of engagement/volunteer opportunities, competitive benefits, and remote work flexibility is huge."

Empire State Realty OP

Employees say:"When I lost my dad, I was deeply grateful to be supported with bereavement leave and the flexibility to take additional time off using my PTO. It meant so much to have a manager who truly understood the importance of taking the time I needed to grieve and heal. That compassion isn't a one-time experience—every time I've needed to use my PTO, I've been met with understanding and support, never guilt. I'm also incredibly proud to work for a company that genuinely listens to its employees. At Redwood, I've seen meaningful changes come from employee feedback. In an organization of this size, it's easy to feel like just a number, but here, I feel heard, valued, and empowered to make a difference."

Redwood

Employees say:"I really enjoy the work from anywhere option. Many of my friends do not have that opportunity, and think it is so great. Additionally, I love all the celebrations for the holidays of every month to meet other people from other departments and learn about other cultures different than my own. I like the hybrid work model and the summer Fridays as well!"

Revantage

Employees say:"We have a month-long paid sabbatical after seven years, and again each five years. It's a great opportunity to recharge, and for team members to pitch in and grow in new ways while someone is out. We also have a wellness bonus paid annually for whatever purpose people want to use. Our teams get together for team building hikes and other gatherings throughout the year."

East West Partners

Employees say:"As a staff, we are provided with incredible health care and benefits. &nbsp;We also receive additional wellness services at no cost to us. Last year, we were offered free cancer screenings, meditative sound baths, and time off during the day to exercise! Giving the staff the ability to be healthy is an incredible perk of working here."

Foundation for Affordable Housing

Employees say:"I think AIR does a great job at making people feel welcome and allowing all to be themselves. It can be hard to find an environment where everyone is professional, but also a fun group to work with. One of my favorite things is Summer Fridays, and how it allows us to take some well-deserved time during the summers to spend time with friends and family. I actually feel supported and cared about here, I know my team supports me both professionally and personally, I don't feel like a number, and that is rare to find. I also enjoy all the corporate office events like lunches, mix and mingles, etc. Just another opportunity to have a mental break and get to know those in the office."

AIR Communities

Employees say:"We have a high-trust culture! I feel trusted to get the job done, and am given responsibilities that can impact the company. I feel valued and that my work builds my reputation at Windsor. Although I am early in my career, I feel supported by management and have had numerous growth opportunities that I believe will have a very positive impact on my career."

Windsor Management

Employees say:"This was the first company I have worked for that focused our team-building exercise on an activity that gives back to a community. It was an incredible experience, and I thoroughly enjoyed the creative process with my fellow colleagues from around the country. Simply a fabulous way to get to know people!"

Healthpeak Properties

Employees say:"I honestly can't say enough about how incredible my director is. From the very beginning, my director has consistently shown dedicated support, not just to me personally, but every single member of our team. My director's leadership is rooted in genuine care and shows in everything she does. Whether it's offering guidance, celebrating our successes, or encouraging us through challenges. Having a director who leads with compassion, vision, and authenticity is rare and I feel fortunate to work under someone who is simply the best!"

Goodwin & Company

Employees say:"People genuinely care about each other. We have a culture of celebration, whether it be birthdays or other unique personal milestones. There is generally something 'fun' going on in our office most weeks (potluck, social activity, etc.). In addition, it is a very collaborative environment. We are all working towards a common goal, regardless of an individual's role. People seem to respect that and want to do their part."

American Healthcare REIT

Employees say:"Kimco has a very strong focus on employee well-being and connection, including exceptional health insurance, programs fostering physical and mental well-being, and encouraging work-life balance as a key to success and personal satisfaction. Kimco informs the entire organization of successes, challenges, new company opportunities, and long-range plans, encouraging all to participate and contribute. Kimco has always been a welcoming place to work."

Kimco Realty

Employees say:"I truly believe this is a great place to work. The company values every employee equally, and provides the right tools and constant feedback to help us perform at our best. They also care about making sure we feel comfortable in our work environment. What makes it special to me is that their focus on people isn't forced, it feels genuine and natural."

Freedom Investment Group

Employees say:&nbsp;"There is a strong sense of teamwork and collaboration; people are supportive and willing to help. We have approachable management that communicates openly and listens to feedback. Employees are trusted and given autonomy to do their jobs effectively. The company genuinely values work-life balance and respects personal time. It's a respectful, stable workplace culture where employees feel valued and supported."

Sealy & Company

Employees say:"I have never worked with a company that everyone—and I mean everyone—is there to help you. They truly want you to succeed and be happy. I am new to Empire and HOA management so that quality was so important to me. I feel that I made the right decision coming to work here. I truly love it."

Empire Management Group

Employees say:"What makes this company unique is the opportunity to take initiative and have a real impact on how work gets done. There is a strong level of trust and autonomy, and I've found that ideas are genuinely heard and considered. Leadership treats employees like people, not just roles, which creates a supportive and respectful work environment."

Continental Realty Corporation

Employees say:"I feel I'm surrounded by a group of highly intelligent people. It makes me want to be smarter, think harder, and find value to contribute to the group. It's really unique to be around so many intelligent people who are equally open minded to alternate ideas and ways of doing things."

TruAmerica Multifamily, LLC

Employees say:"I genuinely feel like a person, not just a number. My individuality is recognized and celebrated, and I feel valued for who I am, not just the work I produce. Whether it's being acknowledged for my unique contributions or being supported in bringing my full self to work, the culture here makes me feel seen and appreciated."

Lantower Residential

Employees say:"CATIC is a unique blend of fast-paced action with a great work-life balance. Everyone pulls their weight here, and we get a lot done with a smaller staff than most. People rarely leave CATIC, which creates a great sense of long-established community."

CATIC

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To produce the Fortune Best Workplaces in Real Estate list, Fortune partnered with the people analytics firm <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.greatplacetowork.com/">Great Place To Work®</a>. Great Place To Work has been surveying employees around the world about their workplace experiences for 30 years. Great Place To Work has developed a set of themes and metrics that not only reveal whether employees feel their workplace is great, but also predict retention, agility, and overall business success.    Using their proprietary Trust Index™ survey, Great Place To Work measures the core of what they know creates great workplaces—key behaviors that drive trust in management, connection with colleagues, and loyalty to the company.    The survey enables employees to share confidential quantitative and qualitative feedback about their organization’s culture by responding to 60 statements on a five-point scale and answering two open-ended questions.   Employees tell Great Place To Work whether or not their leaders are accessible, if they communicate honestly and clearly, and if their actions match their words. Employees share whether they feel respected as individuals, if they receive support for their well-being and personal development, and if they have opportunities to contribute, and appreciation for their work. They share whether they believe their company is fair related to pay, profits, promotions, recognition, favoritism, and opportunities for growth. They share if they are proud of their work, their team, and their company, if they feel they make a difference, and if their work is meaningful. And they share whether they enjoy the people they work with, if they feel cared for, and if they can be themselves.   List rankings are based on this employee feedback, which is analyzed to determine the extent to which this experience is shared by the full workforce. Great Place To Work measures the differences in survey responses across demographic groups and roles within each organization to assess both the quality and consistency of the employee experience. Statements are weighted according to their relevance in describing the most important aspects of an equitable workplace.   The best companies create great work experiences not just for full-time managers, but also for their part-time employees on the front lines, for those who’ve just joined and those who’ve spent their whole career there, for every race and ethnicity, gender, neurotype, or other demographic in the organization, Great Place To Work looks at it all. Companies with the broadest set of employees who report positive workplace experience receive the highest rankings on lists.  In order to analyze employee feedback in context, Great Place To Work collects information from each company including their industry, revenue, size, and employee demographics. They identify the organizations that offer the most generous, caring and innovative cultures reflecting a genuine commitment to meet the diversity of their people’s needs inside and outside the workplace as validated by what employees themselves report in survey results.  Because employee feedback drives these rankings, surveys must meet strict requirements for how they are distributed and the percentage of employees who respond to ensure they accurately represent honest feedback from the company’s full population. To be eligible for the Fortune Best Workplaces in Real Estate list, companies must be Great Place To Work Certified™, have 10 or more employees in the U.S., and be in the real estate industry. Companies with 10 to 999 people are considered for the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://fortune.com/ranking/best-small-workplaces-real-estate/2026">small and medium category</a>; companies with 1,000 employees or more are considered for the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://fortune.com/ranking/best-workplaces-real-estate/2026/">large category</a>. Companies appearing on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://fortune.com/ranking/best-companies/">Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For® list</a> rank at the top.  In the last year, Great Place To Work surveyed companies employing 7.3 million people in the U.S. and received 1.3 million survey responses. Of those, over 28,000 responses were received from employees at companies who were eligible for the 2026 Fortune Best Workplaces in Real Estate list, and this list is based on their feedback.  To find out more about how to become Great Place To Work Certified™ or to apply to this or other Best Workplaces lists, visit <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://greatplacetowork.com">greatplacetowork.com</a>.

Best Small and Medium Workplaces in Real Estate

Best Small and Medium Workplaces in Real Estate Ranking (2026)