Percentage fees, flat fees and the add-ons nobody advertises. How to compare property managers on what you'll actually pay.
Most property managers across Yuba-Sutter and Placer County price in one of two ways: a percentage of the rent they collect, usually 5–10%, or a flat monthly fee, usually $120–$175. On a home renting for $2,800, 8% works out to $224 a month, so a flat fee can look cheaper at first glance.
The Headline Number Is Only Part Of The Cost
A percentage fee rises and falls with the rent. Your manager earns more when they keep the home rented at market rate, and nothing when it sits empty. A flat fee is predictable, but it pays the manager the same whether the rent is collected on time or not.
Ask About The Add-Ons
Before you sign with anyone, ask what they charge for:
- Placing A Tenant (The Leasing Fee, Often 40–100% Of A Month's Rent)
- Renewing A Lease
- Routine And Move-Out Inspections
- Eviction Coordination And Court Appearances
- Technology, Portal Or "Admin" Fees
- Markups On Vendor Repair Invoices
- Setup Or Onboarding, And Fees While The Home Is Vacant
Compare The 12-Month Total
A manager advertising 5% can easily cost more over a year than one charging 8% once renewals, inspections and a 10% repair markup are added. The fairest comparison is the total you'd pay over a typical 12-month lease, including one tenant placement and a few repairs.
How We Price
We publish every fee on one page, charge nothing while your home is vacant and never mark up repairs. See our pricing, or ask for a free rental analysis and we'll show you the 12-month total for your home.
