Self-Managing vs. Hiring a Property Manager in Jacksonville
Should you manage it yourself or consider hiring a property manager? Some owners like managing their own rental. Others would rather keep the income and skip the phone calls. Here is an honest comparison to help you decide.
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Self-Managing Works Best If You
- Live close to the property
- Have time for showings, calls, and repairs
- Know Florida landlord-tenant law and fair housing rules
- Have reliable vendors you trust
A Property Manager Makes Sense If You
- Live out of the area or travel often
- Want consistent tenant screening and lease enforcement
- Don’t want to handle late-night repairs or rent collection
- Want help with notices, deposits, and evictions if needed
What It Costs
Our management packages are 10%, 15%, or 20% of the monthly rent, depending on the service level, plus a leasing fee of 75% of the first month’s rent. Many owners find that faster leasing, better tenants, and fewer costly mistakes help offset the fee.
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
Hiring a Property Manager FAQ
Can I start self-managing and switch later?
Yes. We can take over a home that already has a tenant.
Is the management fee tax deductible?
Management fees are generally a rental expense. Ask your tax advisor how this applies to you.
Have questions? Call us or see our hiring a property manager 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.