About 30% of homes in the U.S. use smart devices, and that number is expected to reach 50% by the end of 2025. People are looking for more comfort, better security, and easy ways to save on energy bills. But working with multiple systems can be a frustrating experience, especially when they’re disconnected.

You can find hundreds of uses for smart home AI: thermostats that learn user habits, lights that adjust based on the time of day, and security cameras that recognize familiar faces. All of this helps turn daily living into something more intuitive, comfortable, safer, and less wasteful.

At Inoxoft, we’ve spent the past 10 years building AI-driven solutions for real estate. We know how it works, have real examples to share from our projects, and can suggest some tips if you’re thinking about building something similar. Keep reading for insights.

How AI Home Automation Improved Resident Satisfaction for Our Client

Our client, a housing development company, came to us with an app idea: a simple, user-friendly solution that would let residents control lighting, security, temperature, and other systems in one place. As their CEO said, they wanted to give residents convenience, sustainability, and peace of mind, not just another app.

Business Need

As our first step, we interviewed the leadership team and residents to gather project requirements. The list of goals and features included:

• Replace a jumble of apps with a single, seamless solution.
• Learn from user habits so homes get smarter over time.
• Make AI home automation easy enough for anyone to set up.
• Connect with major platforms like Alexa and Google Assistant.
• Keep everything secure, since privacy is critical in smart homes.

The Solution

With these specifics, our team moved on to design and development. We built an AI-powered app that aligned with the client’s business goals. Also, we made sure the app solved current usability issues and was scalable to support our client’s growth:

• All-in-one app: We built a centralized hub where all AI smart home devices could connect through third-party APIs.
• Voice control: With integration to voice assistants and smart speakers, residents could say, “Turn off the lights”, and it was done. Natural language processing (NLP) made commands feel intuitive.
• Personalization: The app used AI to learn habits (e.g., it knows when residents leave for work or prefer dimmed lighting), helping cut energy usage and improving comfort.
• Automation: No complex setups, just a few taps, and routines were good to go.
• Safety: Advanced encryption and secure storage kept resident data safe.

Project Results

After launch, we kept updating the app, collecting feedback, and adding features. Six months later, here’s what we saw:

• 80% of residents adopted the app, far surpassing initial expectations.
• Surveys showed 90% satisfaction, with users praising the convenience of the solution.
• Our client saw a 5% boost in property appeal, attracting more buyers and renters.

Have a vision in mind? Let’s bring it to life together. Contact us today to create something remarkable.

What is an AI-Powered Smart Home?

An AI-powered smart home uses artificial intelligence to control devices automatically and make daily routines easier.  It’s filled with smart lights, thermostats, security cameras, and door locks that learn from how people live.

Over time, AI devices know when to turn off the lights or adjust the thermostat, and start doing it autonomously. Such innovative solutions create a living space that adapts to users’ habits, preferences, and mood.

What Can AI Automation Do in Smart Homes?

Besides making everyday life more comfortable, AI automation has plenty of practical uses, which cut energy costs, support healthy habits, and take care of routine household tasks.

• Save energy by lowering the heat when you leave and warming up the house before you return.
• Improve safety with smart cameras that know the difference between your dog and a stranger.
• Simplify daily routines by turning on the lights when it gets dark, starting the coffee when your alarm goes off, locking the doors at night, or adjusting blinds in the morning.
• Reduce stress with lighting and temperature that adjust to support better sleep or relaxation.

What Are the Benefits of AI Automation?

AI makes houses more responsive, intuitive, and appealing to buyers, renters, and investors, offering:

• Convenience: Less manual setup, fewer apps, and automation that works without human support.
• Comfort: A home environment that adapts to your lifestyle and supports your life goals.
• Security: Real-time threat detection and response, even when you’re away.
• Efficiency: Lower energy consumption through predictive adjustments.
• Market appeal: For real estate developers, AI-powered features make properties more attractive to buyers and renters, especially tech-savvy audiences.

Why Invest in Smart Home Automation with AI?

Many companies invest in smart AI homes because the technology is getting more popular and in demand. If in 2015 only 6.9% of American homes had any smart features, in 2023 that number reached 22.3%, and it’s growing. But the growth isn’t the only reason to get involved.

AI Sells Homes Faster and for More

Smart home upgrades have a direct impact on property value and marketability:

• Properties with AI features can sell for up to 5% more
• 78% of buyers say smart features influence their purchasing decision
• Millennials (now the largest group of homebuyers) are drawn to tech-enabled living

All Real Estate Parties Benefit from AI

For residents, AI tools bring convenience, comfort, and safety. For real estate developers and managers, it reduces maintenance load and increases tenant satisfaction.

And when it comes to marketing, smart homes provide loads of valuable data: energy use, space utilization, and maintenance patterns. Developers, owners, and realtors can turn that data into clear selling points backed by numbers.

“Smart technologies make homes more valuable. For residents, it’s about convenience and better living. For businesses, it’s fewer headaches and risks, and a stronger draw for buyers or renters. It’s a win on all sides.” — Nazar Kvartalnyi, COO at Inoxoft

Smart Home Market Is Growing

In 2025, the global smart home market is valued at $174B. By 2029, it’s expected to reach $250.6B. With over 400 million smart homes expected worldwide by the end of this year, the market’s dominance is no longer a matter of “if” but “when”.

AI Attracts Tech-Savvy Buyers

Tech-savvy buyers are looking for smarter homes, and they’re willing to invest in them. According to research, 90% of millennials, the largest group in the housing market, are willing to pay extra for smart features.

14% of baby boomers, at least those living in multifamily units, own some sort of smart home innovation, showing that even if they’re not the first adopters, they’re catching up, too.

Ready to see what intelligent home automation could mean for your business? Let’s start planning.

How AI Enhances Smart Homes Today

Home automation systems use AI to control various household functions such as lighting, heating, cooling, and kitchen appliances. For property managers, AI also supports maintenance and enhanced security. In this section, we’ll explore more AI use cases with insights from our Head of Delivery, Maksym Trostyanchuk.

Energy Management and Efficiency

AI-powered thermostats and energy systems learn daily routines and adjust temperature settings automatically. For example, devices like Nest and Ecobee reduce heating or cooling while the house is empty, and increase it right before the residents return, saving energy.

AI also helps manage solar panels and battery usage. It monitors solar panels to make sure they’re operating at peak efficiency during the day, adjusting to reduce waste according to the weather conditions.

Here’s a common smart home scenario: a family that typically wakes up at 7:00 AM. Over time, their smart thermostat learns this pattern. So, when the morning comes, the thermostat sets the temperature at a comfortable 20°C, ensuring their home is cozy for people and energy-efficient.

“AI is transforming homes into intelligent systems that prioritize responsible energy use. These technologies are key to sustainability and energy savings by optimizing energy consumption and integrating renewable sources.”

Enhanced Home Security

AI smart home security makes systems more responsive and better at distinguishing potential security threats from everyday occurrences. Smart cameras and doorbells, such as Arlo and Ring, use machine learning to identify people, animals, and objects, reducing false alarms and ensuring relevant alerts.

For example, a Ring doorbell powered by AI technology might recognize a family member’s arrival and skip the notification, but will alert homeowners if an unfamiliar person approaches. The system can also detect unusual activities, like tampering with gates, and take action, such as locking doors or notifying authorities for a quicker response.

“AI security systems go far beyond basic monitoring—they analyze behavior to identify threats, automate responses, and minimize unnecessary alerts, ensuring safety without disruption.”

Artificial Intelligence in the Real Estate Business: Usage and Benefit

Personalized Automation and Learning

AI elevates home automation by learning from user behavior, tailoring experiences to individual preferences. Over time, smart systems adjust settings based on patterns they observe to create a seamless, personalized environment.

For instance, a smart refrigerator tracks grocery habits, suggesting recipes or reminding homeowners of expiring items. It even anticipates needs, like automatically adding milk to the shopping list if it’s a frequent purchase.

“AI’s strength lies in its ability to adapt to your habits, making daily tasks more efficient. Whether adjusting lighting, optimizing energy use, or managing supplies, these systems learn and evolve to meet your needs.”

Health and Wellness

AI makes the home a healthier place by adjusting lighting, temperature, and air quality based on data from smart devices or wearables. For example, if someone’s feeling tense, AI dims the lights and plays calming sounds.

It can also recommend better sleep routines or suggest meals based on health data. In some homes, AI monitors air quality and opens the vents when there’s too much dust. All of this runs quietly in the background, no input needed.

Smart Home Hubs and Interconnected Devices

Smart home hubs powered by AI (such as Samsung SmartThings and Apple HomeKit) connect multiple devices in one system and manage how they work together. These systems learn user preferences and automate actions across lighting, temperature, security, and appliances.

For example, after a long day, you approach the front door, and the AI hub automatically turns on the lights, adjusts the thermostat, and even starts the coffee machine, all before you step inside.

“Smart hubs unify all devices in the home, creating a cohesive system that learns your preferences and enhances convenience. They ensure everything works in sync to deliver a seamless, effortless experience.”

Big Data and AI Hype vs. Reality: Distinguish Viable Solutions from Outdated Myths

Automated Household Chores

AI-powered cleaning robots like Roomba keep homes clean with no effort from the user. They use advanced algorithms to map the layout, avoid obstacles, and adjust their cleaning paths based on the space.

People come home to clean floors thanks to robots that have learned the layout and adapted their routine. They know where to focus, steer clear of furniture, and return to the charging station when finished.

Water and Garden Management

AI supports water and garden management, helping homeowners conserve water and keep their plants healthy. Smart irrigation systems (like Rachio) analyze real-time weather data and soil moisture levels to water gardens when they need this.

For instance, if a storm is forecasted, the system will delay watering, save water, and adjust based on weather patterns. And on hot days, it might provide extra hydration.

How Predictive Analytics Can Turn Data Into Valuable Insights

Examples of Real Estate Companies That Implemented AI Smart Home Technologies

Smarter living is a new trend, so real estate companies are adopting AI to meet growing demand for connected, intelligent spaces. Here are real-world examples of companies that are setting new standards by incorporating AI-driven technologies into their properties.

Lennar

Lennar’s “Everything’s Included” program delivers homes ready with smart technologies designed to make everyday living easier and more energy-efficient.

These smart homes come equipped with devices like Ring Video Doorbells, Schlage Encode smart locks, and Honeywell Pro Series smart thermostats. Centralized through Amazon Alexa, residents can control lighting, temperature, and door locks effortlessly using voice commands. Plus, with Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Home Design, the homes provide whole-home connectivity, eliminating dead zones for a smooth, uninterrupted experience.

Innovative systems like the Flo by Moen water management system use AI to detect leaks and automatically shut off water to prevent costly damage. Meanwhile, smart thermostats learn residents’ schedules and preferences to optimize energy use, lowering costs and reducing environmental impact.

By including these advanced features as a standard offering, Lennar appeals to tech-savvy buyers who prioritize convenience, security, and sustainability.

Delos Smart Homes

Delos focuses on creating healthier, more sustainable living environments by integrating AI software into smart home systems. Their solutions go beyond convenience: they use AI to optimize energy management, enhance comfort, and promote well-being.

In Delos homes, smart thermostats and lighting systems adjust based on occupants’ schedules and habits. For instance, the AI lowers heating when the house is empty and ensures rooms are at the perfect temperature before residents return. This software-driven approach saves energy while maintaining comfort.

Delos also offers personalized automation, where AI learns routines and adjusts settings accordingly. If a resident begins a nightly workout routine, the system may automatically adjust lighting and temperature to suit their needs. AI-powered security software further enhances safety by monitoring unusual activity and sending real-time alerts to homeowners.

With their focus on energy efficiency, automation, and health, Delos appeals to homebuyers looking for a smarter and healthier living experience.

Elevate your next real estate project with AI-powered solutions. Contact us to learn more.

How to Integrate AI Smart Home Solutions Into Your Real Estate Business

From our experience, upgrading residential properties takes more than a single AI solution. You need a system of interconnected devices that makes life easier for tenants, cuts down on manual tasks, and adds lasting value to the property. Here are some tips from our team on how to build one.

Start With Core Features That Improve Daily Living

Focus on smart solutions that help residents right away: lights that change with the time of day, thermostats that adjust when rooms are empty, and secure entry systems. These are the features people use and appreciate the most.

Choose devices that support open APIs or existing smart hubs, so that later you can easily expand or replace parts of the system without redoing the infrastructure.

Use a Single Platform for Resident Access

Don’t make tenants use different apps for each system. Create a single platform where they can control their smart devices, get building news, and request maintenance.  People are more likely to use one interface rather than ten.

You can build your app or customize one that already exists and allows branding and integration with your systems.

Connect Smart Systems to Your Property Tools

Link AI-enabled devices with your property management software to allow automation and reduce manual work. For example:

• If a leak is detected, a service request is created automatically
• If a unit is vacant, the system lowers energy use until it’s occupied again

Make Privacy and Access Control a Priority

AI systems collect data. Make sure you use tools that store data securely and provide residents with transparency and control. In multi-unit buildings, access rules should be clearly defined, like who sees what, how, and when. Also, check vendor compliance with privacy standards before deploying new tools.

Test On A Small Scale Before Expanding

If you want to avoid any AI-related risks and system failures, then start small:

• Pilot a system in just one building.
• Track usage, resident feedback, and operational impact.
• Use what you learn to fine-tune the experience and build a case for broader rollout.
• Pick a few high-impact features and expand over time based on what residents use.

Start your project today. Schedule a free consultation with our experts for the details. 

Future Trends in AI Automation for Smart Homes

The future of smart homes is all about software that adapts, learns, and improves life in meaningful ways. AI focuses on creating homes that are healthier, more connected to the community, and aware of the needs of the people living in them. As Philippe Ziade, CEO & Founder of Growth Holdings, puts it:

“Embarking on a journey with an AI-powered home is like unlocking a secret level in the game of life… It’s not just the answer to easy living, sustainability, and health. It’s a reminder to hug change like an old friend as we deep dive into the possibilities of AI.”

Health monitoring and wellness

AI software will gather and analyze data from multiple home systems to promote well-being. For example, it can track air quality and automatically adjust ventilation to ensure healthier living conditions. Smart lighting systems will optimize brightness and color temperatures to improve sleep patterns and overall mood. These features don’t just make life easier—they actively help residents live healthier lives.

Integration with smart city infrastructure

Smart homes will connect to smart city systems, playing a bigger role in community-wide improvements. Through AI-powered systems, they can help balance the energy load on city grids by adjusting electricity usage during peak demand times. In cities with advanced traffic management systems, smart homes could provide valuable data based on the schedules and routines of their inhabitants, helping optimize traffic flow.

Context-aware systems

Future homes will adapt to what’s happening around them. AI software will analyze routines, weather conditions, and even habits to create a personalized experience. For instance, if a resident always opens the blinds at 7 a.m., the system will adjust the lighting to match natural sunlight. On rainy days, it might adjust heating to keep the home cozy. Such context-aware systems make homes more intuitive and responsive to everyday life.

Health Monitoring And Wellness

AI software will gather and analyze data from multiple home systems to promote well-being. For example, it can track air quality and automatically adjust ventilation to ensure healthier living conditions.

Smart lighting systems will optimize brightness and color temperatures to improve sleep patterns and overall mood. These features don’t just make life easier; they actively help residents live healthier lives.

Integration With Smart City Infrastructure

Smart homes will connect to smart city systems, playing a bigger role in community-wide improvements. Through AI-powered systems, they can help balance the energy load on city grids by adjusting electricity usage during peak demand times.

In cities with advanced traffic management systems, smart homes could provide valuable data based on the schedules and routines of their inhabitants, helping optimize traffic flow.

Context-Aware Systems

Future homes will adapt to what’s happening around them. AI-driven systems will analyze routines, weather conditions, and even habits to create a personalized experience. For instance, if a resident always opens the blinds at 7 a.m., the system will adjust the lighting to match natural sunlight. On rainy days, it might adjust the heating to keep the home cozy. Such context-aware systems make homes more intuitive and responsive to everyday life.

How We Can Help Your Real Estate Company

We know the real estate industry, have a portfolio of AI solutions, and have worked with over 200 clients worldwide. If you’re looking for smarter ways to manage your business, Inoxoft is what you need. Here’s why:

• We use AI Cursor, our AI-powered development tool, to speed up code reviews, catch bugs, and launch products 20-30% faster.
• Inoxoft developers design systems around scalable data pipelines, pre-integrated with APIs.
• Our developers are certified by Microsoft and AWS, and we also follow ISO 27001 and 9001 standards.
• We build user-friendly apps and web tools that simplify amenities and concierge services.
• Our software automates tenant, lease, and maintenance management with AI and IDX property search.
• From planning to launch, we ensure easy integration and provide ongoing updates.

Let’s discuss your goals and start creating a custom plan that fits your unique needs. Contact us today for a free consultation. 

Conclusion

AI-powered smart home technology is a new standard for modern living. It improves energy distribution, boosts security, and personalizes automation, changing how homes work for today’s tech-savvy residents. Real estate leaders like Lennar and Delos are already using these tools to make their properties stand out.

We’ve seen the results firsthand. When we built an AI-driven app for a client, 80% of residents adopted it within six months, and 90% praised its ease and convenience. Our client also gained more interest from buyers and renters, proving the value of smart home AI.

Work with a team that knows smart home tech inside out. We bring proven AI expertise and deliver real results.

Let’s build smarter, more connected homes together. Contact us to start.