Covered Bridge Website Design, SEO & Social Media
Prepared for:
Michael P. Marfione
Prepared BY:
Zane Krumanocker

Project Overview

Covered Bridge is a modern, 210-unit luxury apartment community offering 1, 2, and 3-bedroom residences in the heart of Newtown, Connecticut. Built in 2023 and ideally located near I-84, the property blends contemporary design with everyday convenience in a highly competitive rental market.

This proposal focuses on presenting Covered Bridge as a premium, lifestyle-driven community, while ensuring the digital experience actively supports leasing and discovery.

Website Design & UI/UX

Custom UI/UX Design

  • Fully custom website design (no templates)
  • Clean, modern aesthetic aligned with luxury multifamily branding
  • Mobile-first design for renters searching on phones
  • Clear leasing-focused user flows (availability, floor plans, contact)
  • Visual storytelling that highlights amenities, interiors, and location

Core Website Features

  • Property overview and lifestyle-driven homepage
  • Interactive floor plan and unit-type presentation
  • Amenities and community highlights
  • Location and neighborhood positioning
  • Strong calls-to-action throughout (Schedule a Tour, Contact, Apply)
  • Easy CMS editing for future updates

Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

On-Page SEO

  • Keyword research specific to luxury apartments in Newtown, CT
  • Optimized page structure, headings, and metadata
  • SEO-friendly URL structure and internal linking
  • Optimized image handling for speed and search visibility

Local SEO

  • Google Business Profile optimization
  • Local search optimization for “apartments near I-84” and related queries
  • Schema markup for improved local visibility

Performance & Technical SEO

  • Fast-loading, performance-optimized build
  • Clean code and best practices for indexing
  • Ongoing SEO-ready foundation for future content growth

Social Media Strategy & Setup

Platform Strategy

  • Instagram and Facebook optimization for leasing-focused engagement
  • Visual-first content strategy aligned with the website branding
  • Highlight amenities, interiors, lifestyle moments, and location

Content Direction

  • Launch-ready branded templates for posts and stories
  • Suggested posting cadence and content themes
  • Community-forward messaging that supports leasing inquiries

Integration

  • Social content aligned with website visuals and messaging
  • Consistent tone and design across all digital touchpoints

Why This Approach Works

  • Positions Covered Bridge as a modern, upscale community
  • Creates a seamless journey from social discovery to website conversion
  • Improves search visibility for renters actively looking in the area
  • Supports leasing teams with a polished, high-performing digital asset

Investment & Pricing

Website Design & Development

$8,500 (one-time)

Includes:

  • Custom UI/UX design for Covered Bridge
  • Fully responsive, mobile-first build
  • Leasing-focused page structure and user flows
  • Floor plan and unit-type presentation
  • CMS setup for easy internal updates
  • Launch support and quality assurance

SEO Strategy & Implementation

$1,500 (one-time setup)
$500 / month (ongoing, optional)

Setup includes:

  • Keyword research and competitive analysis
  • On-page SEO for all core pages
  • Local SEO optimization for Newtown, CT
  • Google Business Profile optimization
  • Technical SEO and performance optimization

Ongoing SEO (optional):

  • Monthly optimization and reporting
  • Continued keyword growth and local visibility improvements
  • Ongoing technical and content-based SEO enhancements

Social Media Strategy & Brand Setup

$2,500 (one-time)
$1,000 / month (ongoing, optional)

Includes:

  • Instagram and Facebook account optimization
  • Branded post and story templates
  • Content direction and posting framework
  • Visual and messaging alignment with the website
  • Launch-ready social presence for leasing support

Total Initial Investment

$12,500
(Website + SEO setup + Social strategy)

Optional Ongoing SEO: $500 / month
Optional Ongoing Social: $1,000 / month

Timeline

  • Website design & development: 6–8 weeks
  • SEO setup and social launch: runs concurrently with site build

Next Steps

If this direction aligns with your goals, I’d be happy to:

  • Review scope and timeline in more detail
  • Discuss coordination with existing leasing tools or platforms
  • Tailor deliverables based on BDC Group’s internal workflows

If you would like to move forward with this project, you can sign our agreement and make a 50% down payment using the links below.

Thanks again for the opportunity, and I look forward to continuing the conversation.

Best regards,
Zane

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