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6 Best AI-Powered CRMs for Real Estate (2026)

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Ryan Wanner

AI Systems Instructor • Real Estate Technologist

Quick Answer: The best AI CRMs for real estate in 2026 are Follow Up Boss (best integrations), kvCORE/BoldTrail (best all-in-one), and Chime/Lofty (best native AI). Choose based on whether you want flexibility, consolidation, or AI-first automation.

An AI-powered CRM should do more than store contacts—it should tell you who to call next, draft the follow-up, and predict who's most likely to transact. We tested six platforms with real agent pipelines to find which ones deliver on that promise and which are just traditional CRMs with an 'AI' label slapped on.

Updated: February 2026 6 tools reviewed

How We Evaluated

Every tool on this list was scored against the criteria real estate professionals actually care about.

30%

AI Lead Scoring

How accurately does the AI predict which leads are most likely to convert?

25%

Automated Follow-Up Quality

Are AI-generated emails and texts natural enough to send without editing?

25%

Pipeline Intelligence

Does the AI surface actionable insights about your deals and contacts?

20%

Ease of Adoption

Can a non-technical agent set up and use the AI features without dedicated training?

The Rankings

#1

Follow Up Boss

Our Pick

Follow Up Boss leads the pack with genuinely useful AI features layered on top of what was already the most agent-friendly CRM interface. Its AI assistant drafts contextual follow-up messages based on lead behavior, and the smart lists automatically prioritize your pipeline by engagement signals. The recent AI calling summary feature transcribes and analyzes your phone conversations, tagging action items automatically.

8.9/5

Pros

Cons

Best for: Teams and high-volume agents who need intelligent lead routing and follow-up automation $58/mo Grow / $416/mo Team (10 users) Read Full Review
#2

kvCORE

kvCORE's behavioral AI tracks every interaction a lead has with your website, emails, and listings, then scores and segments them automatically. Its Smart CMA tool generates comparative market analyses that feed directly into drip campaigns. The platform is powerful but complex—expect a real onboarding period.

8.3/5

Pros

Cons

Best for: Tech-forward teams and brokerages that want an all-in-one platform with deep AI analytics $499/mo Solo / Custom team pricing Read Full Review
#3

LionDesk

LionDesk hits the sweet spot between AI capability and simplicity. Its AI assistant Gabby handles initial lead qualification via text, and the platform's video texting feature stands out for personal engagement. Pricing is the most accessible of the serious AI CRMs.

7.8/5

Pros

Cons

Best for: Solo agents and small teams who want AI lead qualification without enterprise complexity or pricing $25/mo CRM / $83/mo CRM Premier Read Full Review
#4

Real Geeks

Real Geeks pairs its IDX website builder with an AI-enhanced CRM that scores leads based on property search behavior. The AI Chatbot engages website visitors in real time and passes qualified leads directly to agents. Best value when you need both a website and CRM.

7.5/5

Pros

Cons

Best for: Agents who need a combined website and CRM with basic AI lead qualification $299/mo Establish / $599/mo Grow Read Full Review
#5

Wise Agent

Wise Agent is a budget-friendly CRM that recently added AI writing assistance for emails and social media. The AI features are basic compared to Follow Up Boss or kvCORE, but the platform's simplicity is a genuine advantage for agents who find most CRMs overwhelming.

7/5

Pros

Cons

Best for: Budget-conscious agents who want a simple CRM with basic AI writing assistance $49/mo per agent Read Full Review
#6

Lofty (formerly Chime)

Lofty's AI assistant handles lead engagement across multiple channels and its predictive analytics identify which database contacts are most likely to list. The platform is feature-rich but the AI can feel aggressive in its automated outreach if not carefully configured.

6.8/5

Pros

Cons

Best for: Agents focused on sphere-of-influence marketing who want AI to identify listing opportunities in their database $449/mo+ (annual contract) Read Full Review

Quick Comparison

Side-by-side overview of every tool on this list.

Tool Best For Price Rating Pick
Follow Up Boss Teams and high-volume agents who need intelligent lead routing and follow-up automation $58/mo Grow / $416/mo Team (10 users) 8.9 /5
kvCORE Tech-forward teams and brokerages that want an all-in-one platform with deep AI analytics $499/mo Solo / Custom team pricing 8.3 /5
LionDesk Solo agents and small teams who want AI lead qualification without enterprise complexity or pricing $25/mo CRM / $83/mo CRM Premier 7.8 /5
Real Geeks Agents who need a combined website and CRM with basic AI lead qualification $299/mo Establish / $599/mo Grow 7.5 /5
Wise Agent Budget-conscious agents who want a simple CRM with basic AI writing assistance $49/mo per agent 7 /5
Lofty (formerly Chime) Agents focused on sphere-of-influence marketing who want AI to identify listing opportunities in their database $449/mo+ (annual contract) 6.8 /5

How We Tested

We evaluated each CRM by loading 500 contacts from a real agent database and running the platform for 60 days. We measured AI lead scoring accuracy against actual conversion outcomes, evaluated the quality of AI-generated follow-up messages using our Context Card criteria, and tracked how many hours per week the AI features actually saved versus manual workflow. Tools were also assessed on how well they integrated with the HOME Framework and Context Card approach taught at AI Acceleration.

Real estate prompts tested
HOME Framework applied
Agent workflows evaluated

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need an AI CRM, or can I just use ChatGPT with my existing CRM?
Both approaches work, and they're not mutually exclusive. An AI CRM automates lead scoring and follow-up sequences inside your pipeline. ChatGPT or Claude with a Context Card produces higher-quality individual messages. The ideal setup: use an AI CRM for pipeline management and automated sequences, then use Claude or ChatGPT for high-value communications like listing presentations and negotiation emails.
Which AI CRM is best for solo agents on a budget?
LionDesk at $25/month offers the best value for solo agents. Its Gabby AI handles initial lead qualification, and the platform is simple enough to learn in an afternoon. If your budget can stretch to $58/month, Follow Up Boss Grow gives you significantly better AI features.
Can AI CRM follow-ups replace my personal outreach?
For initial lead qualification and routine check-ins, yes. For relationship-critical moments—post-showing follow-ups, listing presentations, negotiation updates—you should write personally (or use Claude with your Context Card). The agents we train at AI Acceleration use AI CRM automation for the first 3-5 touchpoints, then switch to personal communication once a lead is qualified.
How do Context Cards work with AI CRMs?
Most AI CRMs don't support full Context Cards natively, but you can adapt the concept. Use the CRM's brand voice or template settings to encode your tone, preferred phrases, and constraints. For Follow Up Boss, customize your AI assistant's personality settings. The key elements from your Context Card—voice, audience, and constraints—should be reflected in whatever customization the CRM allows.

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