CVXPY

Open Source

The industry-standard Python library for solving convex optimization problems in real estate and financial portfolios.

Capabilities: Mean-variance portfolio optimization Mixed-integer property selection Risk-parity asset allocation Transaction cost minimization ESG-weighted portfolio rebalancing

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Overview

CVXPY is an open-source Python-embedded modeling language for convex optimization problems that allows users to express their problem in a natural way that follows the mathematical formulation. For the Real Estate industry in 2026, CVXPY serves as the foundational engine for automated asset allocation, risk-parity modeling, and mixed-integer property selection. It utilizes the Disciplined Convex Programming (DCP) ruleset to verify problem convexity, ensuring that any problem formulated can be solved globally and efficiently. The library's architecture is solver-agnostic, allowing seamless integration with high-performance solvers like Gurobi, MOSEK, and CPLEX for large-scale institutional portfolios. By 2026, it has become the standard for 'Algorithmic PropTech,' enabling developers to build sophisticated rebalancing engines that consider tax implications, transaction costs, and multi-period cash flow constraints. Its ability to handle complex constraints—such as sector exposure limits, ESG mandates, and liquidity requirements—makes it indispensable for REITs and private equity firms managing multi-billion dollar domestic and international asset pools.