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RentSpree

Los Angeles, US · Founded 2016 · California corporation · 157 employees on LinkedIn · 7 known investors

RentSpree is a digital platform that simplifies the home rental process by streamlining tenant screening, applications, and rent payments for renters, agents, and landlords.

Founders & leadership

RentSpree was founded in 2016 by Michael Lucarelli, Paul Sirisuphang, and Ekabutr Sirisuphang.

MLMichael Lucarelli
Michael LucarelliCEO & Co-founder30 Under 30 2021
PSPaul Sirisuphang
Paul SirisuphangCOO & Co-founder
ES
Ekabutr SirisuphangCo-founder

Board

NONnamdi Okike
Nnamdi Okikein𝕏Board MemberCo-Founder, Managing Partner at 645 Ventures

Investors · 7

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$26.5M disclosed across 3 rounds · 2016–2022

$16.8MraisedAug 2022 · 11 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Michael LucarelliExecutive Officer, Director
  • Ekabutr SirisuphangDirector
  • Nnamdi OkikeDirector
Offering amount
$17.3M
Amount sold
$16.8M
First sale
Aug 2022
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2020
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
$9.6MraisedJul 2022 · 7 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Ekabutr SirisuphangDirector
  • Nnamdi OkikeDirector
  • Michael LucarelliExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$9.6M
Amount sold
$9.6M
First sale
Jul 2021
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2020
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
$65KraisedMay 2016 · 6 investors · Other Technology
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Michael LucarelliExecutive Officer
Offering amount
$150K
Amount sold
$65K
Minimum investment
$5K
Proceeds to insiders
$30K
First sale
Apr 2016
Incorporated
Limited Liability Company, California, 2016
Federal exemptions
04
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

Founder mafia

2 people who came through RentSpree went on to found or lead other companies.

Competitors · 9

by search overlap
Zillow8590 shared keywordsZillow operates an online real estate marketplace where consumers can search homes for sale and rentals across US and Canadian cities, view mortgage rate information, and access home financing through Zillow Home Loans. It covers residential property listings, apartments and houses for rent, and mortgage services nationwide.
Turbo Tenant6363 shared keywordsTurboTenant provides tenant screening reports and rental application services for independent landlords managing rental property investments. The platform uses identity verification and background checks to help landlords evaluate prospective tenants.
Avail5404 shared keywordsAvail is an online property management platform for DIY landlords that provides rental listing syndication, tenant screening with TransUnion-powered reports, lawyer-reviewed lease templates, online rent collection, maintenance tracking, and accounting tools. It offers free basic tools plus a premium "Unlimited Plus" tier and is used by over one million landlords managing their own properties.
Redfin4882 shared keywordsReal Estate & Homes for Sale, Rentals, Mortgages & Agents
Doorloop4457 shared keywordsDoorLoop is a cloud-based property management platform that combines rent collection, tenant screening, e-leases, maintenance, and accounting in one system, with AI automation across leasing, maintenance, and communications. It serves landlords, property managers, and real estate investors managing portfolios of any size.
Landlordstudio4390 shared keywordsLandlord Studio is property management software for landlords that combines rental accounting, online rent collection, tenant screening, listing syndication, maintenance tracking, and Schedule E tax reporting in a single desktop and mobile app. It targets individual landlords and small rental portfolios as a lower-cost alternative to tools like QuickBooks, AppFolio, and Buildium.
Azibo4198 shared keywordsAzibo is a property management platform that enables landlords to collect rent, screen tenants, manage leases, track maintenance, and handle accounting and tax preparation. The platform serves residential and commercial property owners of all portfolio sizes.
Experian3760 shared keywordsExperian offers consumers tools to access their credit report and FICO Score, build credit, and manage money, including credit card matching, bill and subscription negotiation, car insurance comparison, and a digital checking account with debit card. It serves individual U.S. consumers through its app and financial products.
Apartment List3401 shared keywordsApartment List operates an online rental marketplace that uses a quiz-based AI matching system to connect renters with apartments that fit their preferences and lifestyle. It serves renters and property managers, primarily in the multifamily housing market.

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Frequently asked questions

What does RentSpree do?
RentSpree is a digital platform that simplifies the home rental process by streamlining tenant screening, applications, and rent payments for renters, agents, and landlords.
Who founded RentSpree?
RentSpree was founded by Michael Lucarelli, Paul Sirisuphang, Ekabutr Sirisuphang in 2016.
Who are RentSpree's investors?
RentSpree's investors include 645 Ventures, Kube VC, Rally Ventures Management, Llc, Vesta Ventures, Amplify.LA, Green Visor Capital, TenOneTen Ventures.
How much funding has RentSpree raised?
RentSpree has disclosed $26.5M raised across 3 rounds.
Where is RentSpree headquartered?
RentSpree is headquartered in Los Angeles, US.