Trusted Since 2009

We Build the Future
of Real Estate

From vacant land to landmark properties — EstateCo delivers full-service real estate development that maximizes value and minimizes your risk.

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$2.4B+
Developed
185+
Projects
15
Years
Modern real estate development by EstateCo
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The Challenge

Real Estate Development
Is Complex. We Know.

Most investors and stakeholders face the same recurring obstacles that stall projects, drain budgets, and erode returns.

Endless Timelines & Delays

Permitting bottlenecks, contractor scheduling conflicts, and regulatory hurdles push projects months — sometimes years — past projected completion dates.

Budget Overruns & Hidden Costs

Unforeseen expenses erode profit margins. Without rigorous cost management, development projects regularly exceed initial budgets by 20-40%.

Fragmented Management

Juggling architects, engineers, contractors, and attorneys across disconnected teams leads to miscommunication, rework, and costly mistakes.

Market Uncertainty

Shifting market conditions, zoning changes, and fluctuating material costs make it difficult to underwrite deals with confidence.

Regulatory Compliance

Navigating building codes, environmental regulations, and local ordinances requires deep expertise most investors simply don't have in-house.

Finding the Right Team

Vetting contractors, managing bids, and ensuring quality work is a full-time job that detracts from strategic decision-making.

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Our Solution

One Partner for Your
Entire Development

EstateCo is your single point of accountability — from initial feasibility to final punch list. We handle every phase so you can focus on what matters: returns.

End-to-End Project Management

From site acquisition through lease-up, we orchestrate every moving part under one integrated team.

Transparent Budget Control

Real-time cost tracking, competitive bidding, and proactive value engineering keep your project on budget.

Accelerated Timelines

Our established contractor network and permit expediting relationships shave months off typical schedules.

Risk Mitigation

Decades of experience means we identify and resolve issues before they become expensive problems.

How It Works

From Vision to Reality
in Four Phases

Our proven development framework has delivered over $2.4 billion in successful projects — on time and within budget.

1

Discovery & Feasibility

We analyze your site, market conditions, and financial targets to determine the highest and best use of your asset.

2

Design & Entitlements

Our design partners create plans that maximize value while we navigate zoning, permitting, and regulatory approvals.

3

Construction Management

We competitively bid, select, and oversee contractors — managing schedules, quality, and costs throughout the build.

4

Delivery & Stabilization

From final inspections to tenant improvements and lease-up, we ensure a smooth handoff and maximum asset value.

Client Testimonials

Trusted by Investors &
Developers Nationwide

Hear from the professionals who partner with EstateCo to bring their most ambitious projects to life.

"EstateCo managed our 280-unit multifamily project from entitlements through lease-up. They delivered three weeks ahead of schedule and 4% under budget. Their team is exceptional."
RK
Robert Kaplan
Managing Partner, Apex Capital Ventures
"As a first-time developer, I needed a partner I could trust. David and his team walked me through every step. My 12-unit townhome project is now fully stabilized with a 22% IRR."
SM
Sarah Mitchell
Private Investor, Miami
"We've completed four projects with EstateCo over eight years. Their market insight is unmatched — they flagged a zoning change that saved us $1.2M on our latest mixed-use development."
JT
James Torres
CEO, Meridian Development Group
About EstateCo

Built on Experience,
Driven by Results

Founded in 2009 by David Hilger, EstateCo Development Group has grown from a boutique consultancy into one of South Florida's most trusted full-service real estate development firms.

Our team of seasoned professionals brings expertise across residential, commercial, mixed-use, and hospitality development — managing every phase from initial feasibility through final delivery. We're not just developers; we're stewards of our clients' capital and vision.

$2.4B+
Total Development Value
185+
Completed Projects
98%
On-Budget Delivery
42
Team Members
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Something Exceptional?

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