Embeddable MLS search widgets—drop React components into your proptech app for instant listing search.
Bootstrapped proptech founders struggle to integrate legacy real estate APIs like MLS into their small-business-focused apps, leading to project delays and technical debt.
RealWidget provides copy-paste React components powered by MLS data, customizable for small real estate sites/apps. Handles search, maps, and details modals without backend work. Bootstrappers get pro features fast for agent portals or broker tools.
Bootstrapped proptech founders building apps for small real estate businesses
Lightweight, themeable widgets focused on small-biz UX, not generic embeds.
supportive
Full-text search with filters (price, beds, city).
Leaflet-powered listing map.
Photo carousel + agent info popup.
Tailwind classes and prop overrides.
Backend-powered data fetch per widget.
Track searches/clicks in dashboard.
User prefs for repeat filters.
Responsive + PWA support.
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| text | No | |
| created_at | timestamp | No |
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| user_id | uuid | No |
| name | text | No |
| config_json | text | No |
| embed_code | text | No |
Relationships:
| Column | Type | Nullable |
|---|---|---|
| id | uuid | No |
| widget_id | uuid | No |
| event_type | text | No |
| payload | text | Yes |
| timestamp | timestamp | No |
Relationships:
/api/widgetsCreate widget config
/api/widget-data/:id/searchFetch filtered listings
/api/eventsLog widget interaction
No map
| Month | Users | Conversion | MRR | ARR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Month 1 | 120 | 2.5% | $75 | $900 |
| Month 6 | 700 | 6% | $1,050 | $12,600 |
React components for your proptech app—no backend needed. Built for small real estate tools.
Demo widgets in r/reactjs and proptech Twitter; free Pro to first 3 from Gumroad launch; outreach to small brokerage site owners via LinkedIn.
Pretty UIs
Site-only, no app components
React for apps + cheaper
Easy embeds
Limited customization
Full Tailwind props + analytics
Component ecosystem + user themes library.
React/Next.js dominance in indie proptech + mobile-first agents.
Preference for custom UIs
Free tier trials
Performance on mobile
Lazy load + optimize
Success: 20+ interest
Success: Active daily use
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