Austin Property Management Pricing Explained for Rental Property Owners

If you own a rental property in Austin, one of the first questions you'll probably ask is:

“How much does property management actually cost?”

The answer depends on more than the monthly management fee. Leasing fees, renewal fees, maintenance charges, and other costs can all affect what an owner ultimately pays.



Another important difference is how the monthly management fee is calculated. Some Austin property management companies charge a percentage of monthly rent, while others use a flat monthly fee.

In this guide, we'll explain how property management pricing works, how flat-fee and percentage pricing compare, and what fees rental property owners should consider when comparing management companies.

For a complete overview of what's included with professional management, review our Austin Property Management Services.

Property management costs in Austin vary by company and by the services included. The monthly management fee is commonly structured as either a percentage of monthly rent or a flat monthly fee.

For example, a 10% management fee on a home renting for $2,500 would equal $250 per month, or $3,000 per year in monthly management fees.

Owners should also consider other charges that may apply, including leasing fees, lease renewal fees, maintenance markups, setup fees, and administrative or technology fees.

What Is Flat-Fee Property Management?

Flat-fee property management means the owner pays a set monthly management fee rather than a percentage of the property's monthly rent.

At Stetson Property Management, our monthly management fees are:

• $125 per month — Properties renting for less than $3,000
• $150 per month — Properties renting for $3,000 or more
• $75 per unit per month — Duplexes, fourplexes, and other small multifamily properties

With flat-fee pricing, the management fee does not automatically increase simply because the property's rent increases. This makes the monthly management cost straightforward and predictable for the owner.



Flat Fee vs. Percentage Property Management: A Real Example

For a rental property collecting $2,500 per month, here's how the monthly management fee compares:

10% Percentage-Based Management Fee

$250 per month
$3,000 per year

Stetson Property Management Flat Fee

$125 per month
$1,500 per year

In this example, the difference is $1,500 per year in monthly management fees.

This comparison only looks at the monthly management fee. Leasing, renewal, maintenance, and other charges should also be considered when comparing the total cost of property management.

How Should Rental Property Owners Compare Management Pricing?

The lowest advertised management fee isn't necessarily the lowest total cost, and a higher management fee doesn't necessarily mean better service.

When comparing Austin property management companies, look at both what you pay and what you receive.

Important questions include:

• Is the monthly management fee flat or percentage-based?
• What is the tenant placement fee?
• What does a lease renewal cost?
• Are maintenance or vendor invoices marked up?
• Are there setup, technology, inspection, or administrative fees?
• Is there a long-term management contract or termination fee?
• What services are actually included?

The goal is to understand the total pricing structure, services, and management terms, rather than comparing companies based only on one advertised fee.

For a complete look at what's included with our management program, review our Austin Property Management Services.



Stetson Property Management Pricing at a Glance

For owners who want the short version, our standard pricing includes:

• Monthly management: $125 for properties renting below $3,000; $150 for properties renting for $3,000 or more
• Small multifamily: $75 per unit per month
• Tenant placement: 70% of one month's rent
• Lease renewal: $200
• Setup fee: $0
• Maintenance markup: 0% on third-party vendor invoices
• Tenant protection: Six-Month Tenant Replacement Guarantee

For more information about our company, service areas, fees, and operating standards, review our Property Management Standards & Operational Data.

Special Offer for New Rental Property Owners

New Stetson Property Management clients can receive:

First 3 Months of Property Management Free

The offer applies with a 12-month property management commitment. Standard leasing, renewal, maintenance, and other applicable charges still apply.

You'll receive full-service property management from day one, with the same service and support as our standard management program.



Compare Your Austin Property Management Costs

If you own a rental property in Austin or Central Texas, we can review your property, explain our pricing, and help you compare our management costs with what you're currently paying.



There’s no obligation, and you'll know exactly what our management service would cost for your property.