Austin Property Management Reviews & Owner Testimonials

Stetson Property Management is a locally owned, fully licensed Texas real estate brokerage providing residential property management throughout Austin and Central Texas since 2009. We manage rental homes for local, out-of-state, and international property owners, with a focus on responsive communication, professional leasing, maintenance coordination, and transparent financial reporting.


This page includes testimonials and video interviews from rental property owners who have worked directly with Stetson Property Management. You can also review our property management pricing, service areas, and Property Management Standards & Operational Data.


Why This Rental Property Owner Chose Stetson Property Management


In this owner testimonial, a long-term Stetson Property Management client explains how they were referred to our company and shares their experience working with our team over several years.



The owner discusses communication, consistent service, and the importance of having a local property management team they can trust with their Austin-area rental property.

Why Rental Property Owners Choose Stetson Property Management

Austin-area rental property owners rely on Stetson Property Management for full-service management backed by local oversight, established systems, and clear communication.


Our property management service includes:


  • Professional Leasing: Rental pricing, marketing, showings, applicant screening, lease preparation, and move-in coordination.
  • Responsive Maintenance Coordination: Maintenance requests are documented and coordinated through our team and trusted vendors.
  • 0% Maintenance Markup: Stetson does not add a percentage markup to maintenance or repair costs.
  • Owner Financial Reporting: Owners receive detailed financial statements and online access to property activity and tax documents.
  • Local Property Oversight: Our Austin-area team handles inspections, leasing, maintenance, and property issues on the ground.
  • Six-Month Tenant Replacement Guarantee: Our management service includes a six-month tenant replacement guarantee.



Whether an owner lives in Austin or manages their investment from another state or country, our goal is to make rental property ownership easier while protecting the property and keeping the owner informed.

Transparent Flat-Fee Property Management Pricing

Stetson Property Management uses straightforward, flat-fee pricing for residential rental property management in Austin and Central Texas.


  • $125 Monthly Management Fee for homes renting under $3,000 per month
  • $150 Monthly Management Fee for homes renting for $3,000 per month or more
  • 70% of One Month’s Rent for tenant placement
  • $200 Annual Tenant Renewal Fee
  • $0 Setup or Onboarding Fee
  • 0% Maintenance Markup


Our pricing is designed to be easy for rental property owners to understand, with no percentage markup added to maintenance or repair costs.


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Trusted By Local, Out-of-State & International Property Owners

Approximately 70% of Stetson Property Management clients live outside Texas or internationally. Many of these owners rely on our local Austin-area team to manage and protect their Central Texas rental properties while they live hundreds or thousands of miles away.



We work with rental property owners throughout the United States and internationally, including owners located in:


* California

* Florida

* New York

* Canada

* China

* India

* Israel


Our management systems are designed to make remote rental property ownership easier. Owners have 24/7 online access to financial statements, property activity, and tax documents, while our local team handles leasing, inspections, maintenance coordination, tenant communication, and day-to-day property management throughout Austin and Central Texas.



Whether an owner lives across town, across the country, or internationally, Stetson Property Management provides local oversight while keeping the property owner informed.

Building Better HVAC Vendor Relationships for Rental Property Owners

In this owner testimonial, a Stetson Property Management client discusses working with our team to identify an HVAC vendor that ultimately became a resource for other rental properties we manage.



The example highlights how communication between property owners and our local team can help improve maintenance coordination and vendor relationships.

Austin Area Property Management Service Areas

Stetson Property Management provides full-service residential property management throughout Austin and Central Texas. We manage rental properties across Travis, Williamson, Bastrop, Hays, and Bell counties, serving communities throughout the Austin–Round Rock–San Marcos region and north along the I-35 corridor to Temple and Belton.


Our service area includes Austin, Round Rock, Georgetown, Cedar Park, Leander, Pflugerville, Hutto, Taylor, Manor, Elgin, Buda, Kyle, San Marcos, Liberty Hill, Jarrell, Temple, Belton, and surrounding Central Texas communities.


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Frequently Asked Questions About Our Austin Property Management Reviews

  • What do property owners say about Stetson Property Management?

    Owner testimonials commonly discuss communication, leasing, maintenance coordination, vendor relationships, tenant retention, and the convenience of having a local team manage day-to-day rental property operations. This page includes written testimonials and video interviews from property owners who have worked directly with Stetson Property Management.

  • Are these testimonials from real rental property owners?

    Yes. The testimonials and owner videos featured on this page are from rental property owners who have worked with Stetson Property Management. Some owners have worked with our company for several years and manage multiple rental properties with our team.

  • Does Stetson Property Management work with out-of-state and international owners?

    Yes. Approximately 70% of our clients live outside Texas or internationally. We work with rental property owners throughout the United States and in countries including Canada, China, India, and Israel. Our local Central Texas team handles day-to-day property management while owners can access financial statements, property activity, and tax documents online.

  • How does Stetson Property Management communicate with rental property owners?

    Owners have access to our management team as well as a 24/7 online owner portal for financial statements, property activity, and tax documents. We also communicate directly with owners about leasing activity, maintenance issues, residents, and other matters affecting their rental property.

  • How does Stetson Property Management handle maintenance?

    Residents submit maintenance requests through our management system, where requests are documented and coordinated by our maintenance team. We work with local vendors, communicate with owners when appropriate, and follow up on repairs. Stetson Property Management does not charge owners a percentage markup on maintenance or repair costs.

  • Does Stetson Property Management have reviews from long-term real estate investors?

    Yes. Stetson Property Management works with owners ranging from individuals with a single rental home to investors with multiple properties. Some of the testimonials featured on this page come from long-term clients who have worked with our company for several years.

  • Where can I find independent reviews of Stetson Property Management?

    In addition to the owner testimonials published on this page, prospective clients can research Stetson Property Management through independent platforms and organizations such as Google, the Better Business Bureau, and PropertyManagement.com. Reviewing both owner testimonials and independent third-party sources can provide a broader picture of a property management company.

  • How long has Stetson Property Management served Austin rental property owners?

    Stetson Property Management has provided residential property management services in Austin and Central Texas since 2009. We are a fully licensed Texas real estate brokerage serving rental property owners throughout the Austin area and surrounding Central Texas communities.

Ready to Talk About Your Rental Property?

If you own a rental property in Austin or Central Texas and are considering professional property management, talk with our team about your property, your goals, and how Stetson Property Management works with rental property owners.



We’ll explain our management process, pricing, leasing approach, maintenance coordination, and what you can expect when working with our team.