The verdict in three sentences
A real estate agent extranet centralizes listings, properties, clients and commissions across a multi-branch network, for a 2026 budget of 2,000,000 to 5,000,000 FCFA in Dubai. The listings management module adds 800,000 to 2,000,000 FCFA and a mobile app for field agents 2,500,000 to 6,000,000 FCFA. Lead time is 3 to 6 months, for a typical gain of -30% listing management time.
Module costs in 2026
The core handles agent accounts, the property portfolio and client tracking; listings, mobile app and commission reporting modules enrich it. Here are the 2026 orders of magnitude in Dubai.
| Module | 2026 range (FCFA) | Lead time |
|---|---|---|
| Extranet core (agents, properties, clients) | 2,000,000 - 5,000,000 | 8 - 12 wks |
| Listings module (exclusivity, deadlines) | 800,000 - 2,000,000 | 3 - 5 wks |
| Agent mobile app (iOS/Android) | 2,500,000 - 6,000,000 | 8 - 12 wks |
| Commission reporting per agent | 700,000 - 1,800,000 | 2 - 4 wks |
| Managed hosting | 150,000 - 500,000 /yr | ongoing |
A network wanting "core + listings + app" therefore targets 5,500,000 to 13,000,000 FCFA.
Price drivers and recurring fees
Price depends on the number of linked branches, whether there is a mobile app, syncing properties to a public site, and commission rules (tiers, co-listings). A 8-branch network with a field app costs more than a single-branch web extranet.
| Recurring item | 2026 range (FCFA/mo) |
|---|---|
| Hosting + backups | 30,000 - 80,000 |
| Maintenance / changes | 150,000 - 500,000 |
| Tier-1 agent support | 80,000 - 250,000 |
| Mobile stores (dev account) | ~15,000 |
Mini case study
Mr. Rashid, director of a real estate network in Dubai (6 branches, 22 agents, 480 listings/year). Before: each listing took 40 minutes of coordination by email and phone. After a 7,500,000 FCFA extranet (core + listings + app, hosting 60,000 FCFA/month), the time drops to 28 minutes. Gain: 12 min x 480 = 96 hours, but above all -30% double-listing incidents and reliable commission tracking. With 3 extra deals closed thanks to follow-up (average commission 1,800,000 FCFA), the investment is covered within the first year.
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What is the minimum budget for a real estate extranet in 2026?
The web core starts at 2,000,000 FCFA. The agent mobile app raises the total but stays optional in phase 1.
Is the mobile app essential?
Not at first. Many networks launch the web extranet (2,000,000 to 5,000,000 FCFA), then add the app (2,500,000 to 6,000,000 FCFA) once adoption is proven.
How do we handle per-agent commissions?
A reporting module (700,000 to 1,800,000 FCFA) auto-calculates commissions by your tiers and handles co-listings. No more manual spreadsheets.
What is the production lead time?
From 3 to 6 months depending on modules. The web core alone is deliverable in 8 to 12 weeks; the mobile app adds 8 to 12 weeks.
What annual recurring cost?
Between 2,000,000 and 6,000,000 FCFA/year (maintenance, hosting, support) for a multi-branch network with an app.
Let's scope your project. Tell us your number of branches and agents, whether you want a mobile app and your commission rules, with an indicative budget. Detailed quote within 48 h. WhatsApp +221 77 596 93 33.
Mohamed Bah
Fondateur, Kolonell
Passionate about digital and entrepreneurship in Africa, Mohamed has been helping Sénégalese businesses with their digital transformation since 2020. Founder of Kolonell, he believes every SME deserves a professional and accessible online présence.
