Should I Rent or Sell My House in Jacksonville?
Trying to decide whether to rent or sell my house? Moving, upsizing, or got orders and not sure whether to sell or keep your home as a rental? Here is a simple way to think it through.
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Reasons to Rent It Out
- The rent covers your mortgage and costs, with room to spare
- You have a low mortgage rate you want to keep
- You want long-term appreciation and equity growth
- You may move back to the area later
Reasons to Sell
- You need your equity for your next home
- The rent wouldn’t cover your costs
- The home needs major repairs before it can be rented
- You don’t want the responsibility, even with a manager
Taxes and Timing
If you sell a home you lived in, you may be able to exclude some of the gain from tax if you owned and lived in it for at least 2 of the last 5 years. Renting it out for a long time can affect that, so talk with a tax advisor before you decide.
Get Both Numbers
We can give you a free rent estimate, and our affiliated brokerage can give you a home value. Thinking about selling instead? See sell your house in Northeast Florida.
Management Packages
Three plans built around how involved you want to be, your income goals, and your property’s needs.
Essential Package
10% of monthly rent
+ 75% of first month’s rent (leasing fee)
For owners who want trusted systems and basic support.
- Rental pricing analysis using CRM tools
- Preferred vendors (handymen, HVAC, plumbers)
- Full tenant screening: credit, income, background
- Online rent collection and owner portal
- Quarterly drive-by photo updates
- Monthly reporting and year-end tax documents
Professional Package
15% of monthly rent
+ 75% of first month’s rent (leasing fee)
For owners who want full leasing support and better oversight.
- Everything in Essential
- Listing on major rental platforms with professional photos
- Tenant showings scheduled and conducted
- Full tenant placement and lease signing
- Move-in and move-out coordination
- Monthly drive-by photo updates
- Maintenance fully coordinated by our team
Premium Package
20% of monthly rent
+ 75% of first month’s rent (leasing fee)
For out-of-state owners and investors who want full peace of mind.
- Everything in Professional
- Interior and exterior inspections twice a year with photo reports
- Eviction coordination (notices, filings, court)
- 24/7 emergency response
- Utility setup and tracking
- Dedicated Owner Success Manager
- Optional landscaping, pest control, and pool service
Own several rentals? Ask about reduced rates, as low as 8%, for multi-home investors. See full package details.
Why Homeowners Choose Rental Property Partners
- Veteran-owned and female-led local team that lives in the communities we serve
- Military-friendly: we work with service members renting out their homes after PCS orders
- Backed by an affiliated real estate brokerage and title company if you ever decide to sell
- Clear pricing with no surprise fees
Rent Or Sell My House FAQ
Can I rent it now and sell later?
Yes. Many owners rent for a few years, then sell. Keep the tax timing rules in mind.
What if the home needs work?
We can recommend vendors and help you decide which repairs pay off for renting.
Have questions? Call us or see our rent or sell my house options and pricing.
Talk to a Local Property Manager
Get your free rent estimate or call (904) 478-7368. We manage homes across Jacksonville, St. Johns, Clay, and Nassau counties, including Nocatee, St. Augustine, Orange Park, Fleming Island, Atlantic Beach, and Jacksonville.
Our Family of Companies
- Homes for sale in St. Augustine and Nocatee with Tanya Cosmini, Broker/Owner
- Realty ONE Group Elevate, a full-service real estate brokerage with offices in Jacksonville and St. Augustine
- Title Company of Florida, title insurance, escrow, and closings statewide
Affiliated business disclosure: Realty ONE Group Elevate is owned by Tanya Cosmini. Title Company of Florida is owned by her husband, Sam Gorniak, and Rental Property Partners is owned within the same family. Because of these family relationships, the owners may benefit when you use more than one of these companies. You are not required to use any of them and are free to choose other providers.
Rental Property Partners. Rental estimates are not guarantees of rent or occupancy. This page is general information, not legal or tax advice. Equal Housing Opportunity.