44 VC firms investing in e-commerce & marketplaces and real estate & proptech at the Series A stage.
F4 Fund tracks 44 VC firms that actively invest in e-commerce & marketplaces + real estate & proptech at the Series A stage, with check sizes ranging from $5K – $350M (median: $2.5M – $2.5M). As of June 2026, and 89% lead or co-lead rounds. Rankings are based on F4's proprietary analysis of 1,358+ researched VC firms, scored by data completeness, portfolio depth, investment recency, and stage alignment.
| # | Firm | Check Size | Portfolio | Leads? | Activity | Decision | Intro |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ▶ Imaginary Ventures Iconic consumer brands are built by visionary founders combining creative vision with digital-first distribution. We partner with purpose-driven entrepreneurs early, leveraging deep expertise in brand building, customer relationships, and global expansion to scale culture-defining businesses. New York | $100K – $10M | 49 | Leads | Active | ~2 mo | Req'd |
| 2 | ▶ Alpaca VC We invest in technology companies that reshape foundational industries – real estate, commerce, manufacturing, energy, logistics, and agriculture. Founded by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs, we bring operational guidance, strategic insights from proprietary Field Studies research, and downstream capital access. We believe the startup journey is better together, providing hands-on support to exceptional founders building enduring companies. New York | $500K – $5M | 72 | Both | Active | ~2 wks | Open |
| 3 | ▶ Asymmetric Capital Partners Asymmetric invests in exceptional founders disrupting legacy industries through Vertical Software, Healthcare IT & Services, and SMB Consolidations (rollups). The firm targets 20% ownership as lead, writing $2-10M checks from Pre-seed through Series A. Founded by former PE investors and operators who provide deep operational, strategic, and financial partnership beyond capital. Boston | $2M – $10M | 43 | Leads | Active | ~1 mo | Open |
| 4 | ▶ SuperAngel.vc We invest as close to the first check as possible in founders building consumer brands, PropTech solutions, and Future of Work tools. We maintain deep relationships with founders, provide operational support, and leverage our extensive network to drive introductions and capital. | $25K – $250K | 26 | Both | Active | ~2 wks | Open |
| 5 | ▶ Yes VC We invest in category-defining companies at Pre-Seed and Seed stages founded by entrepreneurs with authentic passion. Focus on founders working in climate, food, healthcare, AI automation, and frontier technologies. Philosophy: when the world says No, go toward the Yes as hard as you can. | $30K – $1.5M | 46 | Both | Active | ~2 wks | Open |
| 6 | ▶ Alpha Edison Identify and partner with visionary entrepreneurs building category-creating companies that unlock entirely new addressable markets. Focus on 'silent suffering' where customers tolerate suboptimal solutions. Use AI, data, and behavioral science to identify non-obvious market opportunities and founder-market fit. Los Angeles | $250K – $10M | 55 | Both | Active | ~2 wks | Open |
| 7 | ▶ Kaszek Partner with extraordinary founders building the next generation of iconic Latin American technology companies. Invest in any tech-enabled sector where innovation can drive significant disruption. Bring not just capital but deep operational expertise as former MercadoLibre executives and entrepreneurs. Buenos Aires | $500K – $50M | 55 | Leads | Active | ~1 mo | Open |
| 8 | ▶ Baseline Ventures Back exceptional entrepreneurs with high-conviction checks, provide rapid decision-making turnaround, and offer operational partnership. One-person decision-making enables speed and founder alignment. Jackson, Wyoming | $100K – $1M | 27 | Leads | Active | ~1 wk | Open |
| 9 | ▶ Javelin Venture Partners Signal before traction. We identify early, non-obvious signals that explosive growth is possible in companies with exceptional founders, capital-efficient business models, and very large markets. We invest alongside repeat entrepreneurs who provide hands-on operational support. San Francisco | $500K – $4M | 36 | Both | Active | ~1 mo | Req'd |
| 10 | ▶ 75 & Sunny Back founders with grit, industry insights, and strong engineering cultures to build amazing software that disrupts incumbents. Deliberately invest in unsexy industries and antiquated markets (warehousing, real estate, specialty pharmacy, agriculture) that others overlook, where nimble startups can create tremendous value. Los Angeles | $100K – $5M | 16 | Both | Active | ~1 wk | Open |
| 11 | ▶ Adapt Ventures Back electric founders with an uncontrollable passion for creating disruptive companies. Invest globally, particularly strong in US and Latin America. Combine capital with operational support through venture studio model, helping build groundbreaking companies from inception through scale. New York | $250K – $350K | 66 | Both | Active | ~2 wks | Open |
| 12 | ▶ Golden Palm Investments Africa's future prosperity depends on technological innovation across foundational sectors. Brilliant entrepreneurs applying technology to solve Africa's most pressing problems build world-class businesses while generating exceptional returns. Commercial rigor combined with social impact creates sustainable value. Ghana | $250K – $15M | 33 | Leads | Active | ~1 mo | Open |
| 13 | ▶ Hannah Grey Investing in customer-obsessed founders redefining everyday experiences. We back founders at the earliest stage (pre-product/pre-revenue) with conviction, capital, and deep operational support including marketing, customer acquisition, and technology infrastructure. New York | $350K – $1M | 41 | Leads | Active | ~1 wk | Req'd |
| 14 | ▶ Signia Venture Partners Partner with passionate entrepreneurs building companies that change the way we live, work, play, or learn. We're operator-first investors who provide capital, strategic guidance, and operational mentorship alongside network and investor connections. Redwood City, California | $500K – $3M | 40 | Leads | Active | ~2 wks | Req'd |
| 15 | ▶ CRE Venture Capital Build category-defining tech companies that are levered to Africa and address $5B+ markets. Partner with visionary founders combining technical excellence with deep African market understanding. Allocate ≥30% capital to women-led companies. Johannesburg | $500K – $10M | 19 | Leads | Active | ~1 mo | Req'd |
| 16 | ▶ Riverpark Ventures Disruptive businesses that eliminate intermediaries and compress value chains. We invest in entrepreneurs backed by entrepreneurs who understand the unique challenges of building. We look for innovative thinkers with proven track records and tremendous dedication, in large markets addressing significant customer needs. New York | $500K – $25M | 23 | Leads | Active | ~2 wks | Req'd |
| 17 | ▶ Resolute Ventures We back founders who combine emotional intelligence with business acumen and are on a mission to solve problems they deeply care about. We're often the first institutional check and provide mentorship, community, and long-term partnership support. San Francisco | $50K – $1.5M | 21 | Leads | Active | ~2 wks | Req'd |
| 18 | ▶ Zeev Ventures Solo GP model combining angel investing speed with VC-scale checks. Backs non-traditional founders solving their own problems. Rejects process-heavy VC bureaucracy in favor of speed, decisiveness, and founder-first engagement. Palo Alto | $20M – $50M | 21 | Leads | Active | ~1 wk | Open |
| 19 | ▶ Wonder Ventures Invest in Southern California's best founders earlier than anyone else. No idea is too early. We fund companies earlier than most VCs, providing not just capital but hands-on support and operational expertise. Our founder-first philosophy and No Ghosting Rule ensure responsive, engaged partnerships. Santa Monica | $250K – $2M | 47 | Leads | Active | ~1 wk | Req'd |
| 20 | ▶ Launch Africa Pan-African fund solving the significant funding gap in Seed and pre-Series A investment. Backing ambitious African founders tackling critical continental challenges with operational support and investor network. Mauritius | $100K – $2M | 33 | Leads | Active | ~1 mo | Open |
| 21 | ▶ UpHonest Capital We invest in the most promising entrepreneurs building the fastest-growing early-stage startups. We provide cross-border access by connecting founders to resources and networks across the world's most valuable and influential VC markets. Palo Alto | $50K – $1M | 26 | Follows | Active | ~1 mo | Open |
| 22 | ▶ Entrepreneurs Roundtable Accelerator (ERA) NYC has tremendous entrepreneurial talent but lacked a structured environment for early-stage founders. ERA provides capital, intense mentorship, and network access to help founders build market-leading companies. Every sector deserves innovation. New York | $150K – $150K | 39 | Leads | Active | ~2 mo | Open |
| 23 | ▶ Rainfall Ventures We invest in world-class founders solving significant problems. We prioritize founder quality, founder-problem fit, and values-aligned partnerships. We help exceptional founders become category leaders early, before they become obvious trends. Los Angeles | $500K – $5M | 41 | Leads | Active | ~2 wks | Req'd |
| 24 | ▶ White Star Capital Technology companies are becoming intertwined with the global economy more so than ever before. The most compelling founders build businesses through a broader world view. White Star Capital backs globally ambitious entrepreneurs at Series A, B, and Seed stages across North America, Europe, and Asia, helping them scale internationally through deep local presence on three continents. London | $1M – $25M | 41 | Leads | Active | ~1 mo | Open |
| 25 | ▶ Graph Ventures Back founders from day one with founder-focused support across fundraising, growth, product, and international expansion. We believe diverse founding teams and global thinking drive exceptional returns. San Francisco | $5K – $5M | 29 | Both | Active | ~2 wks | Open |
| 26 | ▶ Upslope Ventures Exceptional teams can originate from any location. We provide more than capital and introductions. By leveraging our network we aim to empower entrepreneurs with the resources they need to have their best chance at success—even if we don't invest. Denver | $100K – $500K | 29 | Both | Active | ~2 wks | Req'd |
| 27 | ▶ Debut Capital Early-stage venture capital for IT and Biotech companies in Colorado Front Range and Mid-Atlantic. Focus on experienced founding teams solving important problems with potential for significant financial returns. Patient capital approach with operational support and deep regional networks. New York | $500K – $5M | 48 | Leads | Active | ~2 wks | Req'd |
| 28 | ▶ L'ATTITUDE Ventures Latino founders represent an underserved but exceptionally talented segment of the entrepreneurial ecosystem. We invest in visionary founders who combine bold ideas with execution excellence to build scalable, high-impact businesses that create both economic and social value. We believe institutional capital paired with strategic partnership from Fortune 100 executives and operating experts can unlock the full potential of Latino-led innovation. San Diego | $500K – $3M | 37 | Leads | Active | ~2 mo | Req'd |
| 29 | ▶ Fika Ventures Investing in subject matter experts shaping the future of their industries. We lead with our values and build trust through action. We believe the best founders have deep industry expertise and need tireless operational support, not just capital. We partner with founders for the long term, staying engaged 24/7. Los Angeles | $1M – $5M | 27 | Leads | Active | ~1 wk | Open |
| 30 | ▶ Vast Ventures We invest in companies organized around five concrete objectives: improving worldwide health and happiness, promoting resource sustainability, increasing human potential and productivity, increasing knowledge/empathy/connectedness, and disrupting industries that resist these goals. We operate as both investors and company-builders, providing operational expertise and hands-on support far beyond capital. New York | $250K – $3M | 26 | Leads | Active | ~2 wks | Req'd |
| 31 | ▶ Backstage Capital Underestimated founders are systematically mispriced assets that create alpha rather than requiring concessionary returns. We invest in the very best founders who identify as women, people of color, or LGBTQ, treating capital allocation as activism. Los Angeles | $50K – $500K | 30 | Follows | Active | ~2 wks | Open |
| 32 | ▶ Expansion Venture Capital Entrepreneurs, not VCs, build great companies. We invest early in great & passionate entrepreneurs and serve as long-term partners. Available 24/7 to help founders with mentorship, product-market fit, fundraising, business development, customer acquisition, talent sourcing, and strategic partnerships. New York | $250K – $1M | 30 | Leads | Active | ~1 wk | Open |
| 33 | ▶ Expa We build category-defining companies through a combination of design, product, operations, and capital. We identify market gaps, pair brilliant founders with Expa's studio resources, and help them build companies that reshape entire industries. San Francisco | $500K – $5M | 60 | Leads | Active | ~1 wk | Open |
| 34 | ▶ Goodwater Capital Consumer technology has the power to measurably improve billions of lives across the globe. We invest in exceptional entrepreneurs building digital utilities that provide better access to housing, healthcare, food, financial services, transportation, education, and entertainment globally. Burlingame, California | $5M – $50M | 29 | Leads | Active | ~1 mo | Req'd |
| 35 | ▶ Strong Ventures Back resilient founders building category-defining companies. Leverage Korea's cultural wave for global expansion. When others say 'no', we find the 'yes'. Los Angeles | $500K – $5M | 33 | Both | Active | ~2 wks | Open |
| 36 | ▶ Atomic By combining ideas, capital, and talent, we can scale entrepreneurship and build transformational companies. We source 800+ ideas internally, recruit co-founders, and provide day-one operational support in design, engineering, finance, and recruiting. Miami | $300K – $10M | 19 | Leads | Active | ~1 wk | Open |
| 37 | ▶ Picus Capital Empowering entrepreneurs to reimagine the way we live and work by investing in daring technology companies challenging the status quo with permanent capital, lifelong sparring partnership from pre-seed through IPO and beyond. Munich | $100K – $5M | 22 | Leads | Active | ~1 mo | Open |
| 38 | ▶ Halogen Ventures The smartest place you can invest your capital is in women. We bet on early-stage female-founded and female-led companies creating groundbreaking consumer and B2B software technologies that solve meaningful problems in families, healthcare, childcare, education, climate, and sustainability. Santa Monica | $100K – $1M | 29 | Follows | Active | ~1 mo | Req'd |
| 39 | ▶ Mucker Capital Venture capital should be accessible to exceptional entrepreneurs anywhere. Great companies can be built outside Silicon Valley with the right capital, operational expertise, and network support. Santa Monica | $100K – $15M | 21 | Leads | Active | ~2 mo | Open |
| 40 | ▶ Insight Partners Software founders need more than capital to scale successfully. Insight Partners combines investment capital with hands-on operational expertise, embedded teams, and network access to accelerate company growth across all stages. New York | $10M – $350M | 28 | Leads | Active | ~1 mo | Open |
| 41 | ▶ Stout Street Capital Great startups can be built anywhere. We believe in founder-centric investing with operational support from a team of successful founders. We serve undernetworked geographic regions. Denver | $100K – $500K | 26 | Both | Active | ~2 wks | Open |
| 42 | ▶ Gaingels Equity of access and representation in venture capital delivers positive returns. Diverse and underrepresented (including LGBTQ+) leaders of high-growth companies deserve capital access. When these founders succeed, they influence ecosystems and open doors for historically excluded groups. New York | $200K – $500K | 29 | Follows | Active | ~2 wks | Open |
| 43 | ▶ Flucas Ventures Democratize access to venture capital by building large syndicates of non-traditional LPs. Invest across all stages, sectors, and geographies based on founder quality and market conviction, not category restrictions. Enable 2,000+ diverse co-investors to participate alongside marquee firms like Sequoia and Andreessen Horowitz while maintaining founder-friendly economics. Miami | $250K – $5M | 17 | Follows | Active | ~1 wk | Req'd |
| 44 | ▶ VU Venture Partners Invest in early-stage tech companies addressing world's largest market opportunities and solving humanity's biggest challenges. Leverage global distributed team to source, evaluate, and support transformational founders. San Francisco | $100K – $1M | 16 | Both | Active | ~2 mo | Open |
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F4 Fund tracks 44 VC firms that actively invest in e-commerce & marketplaces + real estate & proptech at the Series A stage. These firms are ranked using a composite score that weighs data completeness (30%), portfolio depth (30%), investment recency (25%), and stage alignment (15%).
Based on F4's analysis, the median check size for series a e-commerce & marketplaces + real estate & proptech investors is $2.5M – $2.5M, with a full range from $5K – $350M. The distribution breaks down as: 7 firms in the <$500K range, 8 firms in the $500K-$1M range, 5 firms in the $1M-$2M range, 11 firms in the $2M-$5M range, 7 firms in the $5M-$10M range, 6 firms in the $10M+ range.
Among the 44 firms tracked, 89% lead or co-lead rounds, and 11% typically follow. Founders seeking a lead investor should filter for firms marked "Leads" or "Both" in the rankings table above. Lead investors typically set deal terms and anchor the round.
The best series a e-commerce & marketplaces + real estate & proptech investors combine domain expertise with an active portfolio in the space. Among these firms, 36% prefer warm introductions, and the average firm has 34 portfolio companies. Look for firms whose check size matches your raise, whose stage preference aligns with yours, and who have a track record of supporting companies in your sector through multiple growth phases.
Firm profiles are continuously updated through F4's research pipeline, which combines LLM-powered web research, portfolio analysis, and transcript extraction. The ranking data refreshes every 12 hours. Editorial analysis is reviewed weekly. Individual firm profiles are re-researched on a 30-day cycle or when new information surfaces.