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How we vet every listicle
Every agency featured on Web Tonic passes our 84-point editorial review before a single listicle goes live. This is how we vet each pick:
Verified client outcomes: We require real case studies with measurable KPIs — revenue, ROAS, CPA, retention — tied to the exact category being ranked. No cherry-picked wins, no unverifiable numbers.
Independent reputation: We cross-check Clutch, Google, G2, and Trustpilot ratings, and screen for review-bombing or suspicious patterns. Only operators with a consistent, verifiable track record make the cut.
Beyond that, every listing goes through a quarterly re-audit. We check 84 criteria across 6 pillars to make sure it still holds up — here are some of the checks we run:
A web design and UI/UX agency plans, designs and builds a company's website: the user research and site structure, the wireframes and interface design, the responsive front-end build, the CMS the marketing team publishes through, and the design system that keeps later pages consistent.
Every firm below was read on its own site rather than on a directory listing. Eighteen external agencies publish both web design or UI/UX and real estate work in their own words, and eighteen of them publish a headquarters address across two countries.
What does a web design and UI/UX agency do for brokerages, developers and property marketers?
It researches, designs and builds the site: structure and wireframes, interface design, the responsive front-end build, CMS setup and a design system for later pages. Eighteen of the external agencies here publish real estate website work on their own sites.
1. Web Tonic
About: Web Tonic treats a website as a working system rather than a delivery, so the research, the interface design, the front-end build, the CMS and the measurement afterwards all sit with one team and one report. The same team owns the content and campaigns the site has to carry.
Key Services: Growth Marketing, Paid Social, PPC, Meta Ads, SEO, Google Ads, Snapchat Ads, Amazon Ads, Reddit Ads, TikTok Ads, TikTok Shop, GEO-AEO, Webflow Design, Shopify Design, WordPress Design, UGC, Social Media Management, Pay Per Click Management, Marketing Analytics, Analytics Implementation & CDPs, Performance Branding, Performance 360° Audit, Programmatic Ads, OOH Ads, HR Marketing
Industries Served: eCommerce, SaaS, B2B, Construction Professionals, Home Services, SMEs, Health Spa & Wellness, Retail, Legal & Judicial Services, Food & Beverages, Pets, Fitness, Family & Children, Finance & Insurance, Travel, Non-Profits & Organizations, Furniture & Decoration
Notable Clients: WorldRemit, Jack & Jones, Ardene, L’Oréal, Sendwave, Nestlé, Airbnb. Serve Fortune 500 companies and smaller fast-paced startups.
Locations: HQ in San Francisco with notable offices in New York, Chicago, Miami, Toronto, Montreal, Dubai, Singapore, Sydney and more. Offices on five continents.
Pricing: Starting at USD $3,000 per month. Flexible and scalable plans at any time according to your enterprise needs. Book a call to learn more.
Great For: Mid-market to enterprise-level businesses requiring ongoing, on-tap growth and performance marketing services.
Website: Web Tonic
2. Social Design House
About: Social Design House is a full-service brand, design, and marketing agency headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. They specialize in crafting brand strategies, website design and development, and user interface/user experience solutions for growth-focused brands.
Key Services: Website Design, UX Research, Wireframes and Prototypes, Responsive Front-End Build, CMS Implementation, Brand Strategy & Identity
Industries Served: Commercial Real Estate, Multifamily Real Estate, Wine, Technology, Non-Profit, Finance
Notable Clients: Foundry Commercial
Locations: Charlotte, NC
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Social Design House
3. SEO Design Chicago
About: SEO Design Chicago is a digital marketing and web design agency based in Chicago, Illinois. They provide custom web development, UX strategy, wireframes, and CMS implementation integrated with search engine optimization strategies.
Key Services: Web Design, UX Strategy, Mockups & Wireframes, Frontend Development, CMS Implementation, WordPress Development
Industries Served: Not publicly stated
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Chicago
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: SEO Design Chicago
4. SmartSites
About: SmartSites is a full-service digital marketing and web design agency offering conversion-focused website design, UX design, and development solutions. Headquartered in Paramus, New Jersey, the firm serves small to mid-sized businesses across various industries.
Key Services: Website Design, UX Design, Mobile App UX Design, Web Design & Development, Search Engine Optimization, Pay Per Click Marketing
Industries Served: Multiple Industries
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Paramus, New Jersey
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: SmartSites
5. Atomic Social
About: Atomic Social is a boutique digital marketing and web design agency based out of Scottsdale, Arizona. They provide comprehensive online solutions including web design, SEO, PPC campaigns, and social media advertising to help businesses scale their digital presence.
Key Services: Web Design, Website Hosting, SEO, Google Ads, Social Media Ads, Content Marketing, Graphic Design
Industries Served: Real Estate, Healthcare, Automotive, Wellness, Home Services, Dental, Legal, Finance, Contractors, Retail
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Scottsdale, Arizona
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Atomic Social
6. Ravana Solutions
About: Ravana Solutions is a boutique digital agency based in Norfolk, Virginia, specializing in hand-coded custom websites and web platforms using Next.js. They focus on delivering user experience, user interface design, and content management solutions without templates or plugin bloat.
Key Services: Website design, UX and UI design, Custom web development, Next.js builds, Technical SEO, Content management strategy
Industries Served: Local service businesses, Nonprofits, Credit unions, Member associations, Institutions, Logistics
Notable Clients: W.M. Stone, Blackbird Detailing
Locations: Norfolk, VA
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Ravana Solutions
7. Split Reef
About: Split Reef is a digital agency with offices in Columbus, Ohio and Jacksonville, Florida, providing web design, custom web applications, and digital solutions. They offer responsive web design and user experience services geared toward helping businesses optimize their online presence and conversion rates.
Key Services: Web Design, Responsive Web Design, User Experience (UX), Web Application Development, Mobile App Development, Custom Software Solutions, Digital Marketing
Industries Served: Lawyers, Real Estate, Health Care, Automobile, CBD/Hemp, Plumbers, Lawn Care, Trucking Company
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Columbus, Ohio
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Split Reef
8. Setsail Marketing
About: Setsail Marketing is a digital marketing and web development agency with offices in Canada and the U.S. They combine performance marketing, design, and web development to help brands scale. Their work spans multiple sectors including real estate, ecommerce, and professional services.
Key Services: Website Design & Development, Branding & Design, UX, CRO, Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
Industries Served: Real Estate, Ecommerce, Construction, Professional Services, SaaS
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Vancouver
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Setsail Marketing
9. Webnixon
About: Webnixon is a Toronto-based web design, development, and digital marketing agency that has shipped over 100 digital experiences since 2012. They specialize in custom web development, user experience design, wireframes, Figma comps, design systems, and responsive front-end builds for industries including real estate, SaaS, and ecommerce.
Key Services: Website Design, UX Research, Wireframes and Prototypes, Design Systems, Responsive Front-End Build, CMS Implementation, SEO Strategy, Digital Marketing
Industries Served: Real Estate, Ecommerce, SaaS, Professional Services, Healthcare, Hospitality & Travel
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Toronto, Canada
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Webnixon
10. Red Fin Group
About: Red Fin Group is a digital agency based in Jacksonville, Florida, specializing in custom website design, web development, and user experience (UX) strategies. They provide services including responsive design and content management system solutions for diverse industries such as real estate and construction.
Key Services: Web Design, User Experience (UX), Web Development, Content Management System, Digital Marketing, Branding
Industries Served: Real Estate, Construction, Faith-Based, Food And Beverage, Manufacturing, Retail
Notable Clients: Davidson Realty, Providence Homes, Rayonier, Collins Builders
Locations: Jacksonville, Florida
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Red Fin Group
11. Symspace Design
About: Symspace Design is a multidimensional design studio providing custom web design, branding, and commercial interior design services. They build customized websites on platforms like Webflow and Shopify.
Key Services: Web Design, E-commerce, Branding, Marketing, Graphic Design, Interior Design
Industries Served: Commercial Interiors, E-commerce, General Business
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Ankeny, Iowa
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Symspace Design
12. NonStop Marketing
About: NonStop Marketing is a digital and web design agency headquartered in San Diego, California, offering conversion-focused website design, SEO, and digital marketing strategies. They specialize in building custom WordPress websites tailored to help businesses maximize their online presence and drive lead generation.
Key Services: Conversion-Focused Website Design, Creative & Modern Designs, WordPress Development, Conversion Rate Optimization, SEO Optimization, Website Maintenance
Industries Served: Small to Medium Businesses, Pet Industry, General Contractors, Startups
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: San Diego, California
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: NonStop Marketing
13. Its On Media
About: Its On Media is a US-based software and digital agency headquartered in Fresno, California, delivering web development, UI/UX design, and custom software solutions. They build tailored platforms, web applications, and digital products for mid-market companies and startups across various industries.
Key Services: Web Development, UI/UX Design, Mobile Apps, SaaS Development, AI Development, CRM & Portals, Search Engine Optimization
Industries Served: Regulated Sectors, Healthcare, Legal, Logistics, Real Estate and Property
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Fresno, California
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Its On Media
14. Mothershed Design Co.
About: Mothershed Design Co. is a husband-and-wife design studio based just outside Denver, Colorado, specializing in custom website design and brand identity services for small, service-based businesses. They handle all creative work completely in-house, focusing on strategic messaging, user experience, and visual branding solutions.
Key Services: Website Design, Brand Identity Design, Logo Design, Strategic Messaging & Positioning, Website Maintenance
Industries Served: Small Businesses, Service-Based Businesses
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Denver, Colorado
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Mothershed Design Co.
15. Blacksmith Agency
About: Blacksmith Agency is a boutique digital and web design agency based in Phoenix, Arizona, specializing in custom website design, UX/UI development, and data-driven digital strategies. They provide services ranging from user research and wireframing to full-stack web development and performance marketing across a diverse portfolio of industries.
Key Services: Website Design, UX Research, Wireframes and Prototypes, Design Systems, Responsive Front-End Build, CMS Implementation, Digital Strategy, Visual Branding, SEO, PPC
Industries Served: Real Estate, SaaS, B2B/B2G, Consumer, Industrial & Manufacturing, Education, Automotive, Professional Services, Finance, Non-profit
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Phoenix, Arizona
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Blacksmith Agency
16. Conversion Pipeline
About: Conversion Pipeline is a digital marketing and web design agency offering custom website design, UX optimization, and CMS development on platforms like WordPress and Webflow. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, they focus on building high-performing, responsive websites integrated with SEO and lead generation strategies.
Key Services: Website Design, UX / UI Optimization, Responsive Front-End Build, CMS Implementation (WordPress, Webflow, WooCommerce), E-Commerce Development
Industries Served: General B2B, Retail, Local Services, Technology
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Reston
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Conversion Pipeline
17. 1Digital Agency
About: 1Digital Agency is a full-service e-commerce digital agency specializing in custom website design, development, and performance marketing. They deliver platform solutions for online merchants across major frameworks like Shopify Plus and BigCommerce.
Key Services: Web Design, Platform Development, E-commerce SEO, PPC Marketing, Digital Marketing
Industries Served: E-commerce, Fashion Apparel, FMCG
Notable Clients: Lenox, Walker's Shortbread, Suzanne Kalan
Locations: Philadelphia, PA
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: 1Digital Agency
18. Marketing Eye Atlanta
About: Marketing Eye Atlanta is an outsourced marketing and digital agency that provides website design, development, and strategic marketing services to growing businesses. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, the firm integrates custom marketing strategies into data capture funnels and digital brand building.
Key Services: Website Design, Website Development, Branding, Digital Marketing, SEO, Lead Generation, Outsourced Marketing
Industries Served: Professional Services, Technology, Logistics and Supply Chain, General Corporate
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: Atlanta, GA
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: Marketing Eye Atlanta
19. MacroHype
About: MacroHype is a digital marketing and web development agency headquartered in New York, NY, offering custom web design, UX analysis, and CMS implementation services. They provide integrated digital solutions including search engine optimization, pay-per-click advertising, and responsive website builds tailored to various business sectors.
Key Services: Website Design, UX Analysis, Web Development, CMS Implementation, Digital Marketing
Industries Served: Real Estate, Retail, Healthcare, Hospitality, Law
Notable Clients: No client publicly named on the firm's own site
Locations: New York, NY
Pricing: Quote-based
Great For: Not publicly stated
Website: MacroHype
Quick Comparison Table
| Agency | Key Specialty | Starting Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Web Tonic | Full-Service Performance Marketing | USD $3,000/mo | Mid-market to Enterprise |
| 2. Social Design House | Website Design | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 3. SEO Design Chicago | Web Design | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 4. SmartSites | Website Design | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 5. Atomic Social | Web Design | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 6. Ravana Solutions | Website design | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 7. Split Reef | Web Design | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 8. Setsail Marketing | Website Design & Development | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 9. Webnixon | Website Design | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 10. Red Fin Group | Web Design | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 11. Symspace Design | Web Design | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 12. NonStop Marketing | Conversion-Focused Website Design | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 13. Its On Media | Web Development | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 14. Mothershed Design Co. | Website Design | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 15. Blacksmith Agency | Website Design | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 16. Conversion Pipeline | Website Design | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 17. 1Digital Agency | Web Design | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 18. Marketing Eye Atlanta | Website Design | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
| 19. MacroHype | Website Design | Quote-based | Not publicly stated |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who connects the listings feed to the new site?
Somebody has to own it, and vague answers cost months. Brokerage and developer sites pull inventory from an MLS, IDX provider or internal CRM, and the design has to survive whatever those feeds return. Ask which feed the agency has integrated before, who maintains the connection after launch, and what happens to search and map pages when a listing is withdrawn.
Does the agency design for agents as well as the brand?
It should, because agents publish daily. The builds that hold up ship agent profile pages, listing templates and a short guide so individual agents stay on brand without a designer in the loop, while the brand site carries launches and market reports. Ask what agents receive at handover and who trains them on it.
What does a website design project usually cost?
Fees arrive three ways: a fixed project price scoped by page templates and integrations, a monthly retainer for design and build plus ongoing iteration, or an hourly rate for smaller work, with photography, copywriting and third-party licences quoted separately. Template count, integrations and content migration move a quote most. On this page not one external firm here prints a fee figure. Ask what the fee covers, how many templates it buys, and who owns the design files.
Which of these agencies name a client I can verify?
Four of the eighteen. Social Design House names Foundry Commercial, and Ravana Solutions names W.M. Stone and Blackbird Detailing. The rest credit nobody on the pages we read, which is normal when a brand forbids logo use or the build shipped under an in-house team's name. Ask instead for two sites the agency launched this year, the URLs, and a call with the marketer who approved the invoice. An agency that cannot arrange that call may be showing work it did not lead.
Who maintains the site after launch?
Decide it before the project starts, because an unmaintained build decays fast. Some agencies hand over the repository and CMS and walk away, others sell a care plan covering updates, hosting, accessibility fixes and small design changes. How we structure that sits in how we build and maintain sites. Ask what a care plan costs, what response time it promises, and what happens to the files if you leave.
Choosing a Web Design Partner for Real Estate Brands
All eighteen external agencies listed publish web design or UI/UX alongside real estate work on their own sites, which is a lower bar than a site they shipped in your category. Treat this as a shortlist to interrogate, not a ranking of outcomes.
Four credit a client you can check, and not one external firm here prints a fee figure. Compare what each agency actually owns: the research, the interface design, the front-end build, the CMS and the maintenance afterwards.
Ask for the last three sites the named designers shipped, the live URLs, and what each looked like six months later. An agency answering with pages, dates and the people who approved them is describing its own work; an agency answering with mood boards is not.
Whoever wins the brief, keep the domain, the repository, the CMS admin and the design files in your own name, because a site you cannot access is a supplier you cannot leave. If you would rather have the design and build and the content that fills it handled by one accountable team, read our latest analysis or see how we build sites.
