How much does Issaquah property management cost?

Every Issaquah property manager has their own unique fee structure, which can vary significantly from other Issaquah property management companies. At SJA Property Management, we offer single-family home, condo, apartment, and/or townhouse property management for an 8.9% monthly management fee. Alternatively, we provide multi-family (5-15 units) property management for a 6.9% - 8.9% monthly management fee. In addition to monthly management fees, we charge a leasing fee (which is 60% of one month’s rent), a property set up fee of $385 for a single unit and $200 per unit for multifamily properties. Our renewal fees are 25% of one month's rent.

What to look for in a Issaquah Property Manager

When interviewing Issaquah property management companies, you want to make sure they offer holistic property management services. For residential properties, we recommend the following services: Helping you get the property ready for renting Property marketing and advertising Showing the property to prospective tenants Screening and selecting qualified tenants Leasing signing and lease management Tenant support and 24-hour emergency maintenance services Rent collection and direct deposits services General maintenance and annual inspections Periodic walkthroughs Lease modifications (i.e. adding a pet to the lease) Reports, photos and financial statements Legal notices to move tenants out

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Issaquah, WA Overview

The team at SJA Property Management has prepared this page for those contemplating purchasing an investment property in the Issaquah area or deciding whether to manage your property on your own or through a professional Seattle property management company. Our goal is to help investors make an informed decision about purchasing, managing, and leasing their Issaquah home or investment.

Our goal is to provide you with relevant and valuable information to help guide your decision-making without overwhelming you in data. Everyone’s situation and preferences are slightly different. Quite often, the most efficient and effective way to get your questions answered is to talk one-on-one with a Seattle-area property manager who has years of experience to draw upon. Contact us for a free, no-obligation consultation on any matters related to real estate and property management. Please do not hesitate to call us at 425-658-1920 or email [email protected] for a free consultation.

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Buying Rental Property in Issaquah, Washington

Because housing prices are relatively high, buying investment real estate in any part of Issaquah should involve a great deal of research. You must set a budget, check your lender, check your credit opportunities, and then search for properties within your budget. If you have the budget, a larger multi-family unit is always more profitable in the long run, but if you are dealing with a smaller budget, a better idea might be a single-family house or condo.

Choosing a property should involve the following:

Budgeting
Appraisal (will the investment be profitable)
Comparison (are there better options)
Potential ongoing maintenance issues
Desirability for tenants

These steps should involve considering the location, considering the average rent rate once occupied, and considering any repairs or remodeling necessary to make the unit rentable. For example, if the property is near Lake Sammamish, then it is easier to rent out. Thought should always be given to whether the property will be profitable, desirable for tenancy, and comparison shopping for better options.

Single-family homes and condominiums typically cost between $350,000 and $850,000, while multi-family units typically cost less than $200,000 (average $70,400-$92,400) per unit. Some homes can demand far higher prices. Marketing for those tenants is different than the marketing needed for lower-cost properties.

Managing a Rental in Issaquah

Managing your property can be somewhat overwhelming, which is why many landlords choose to hire a property manager. However, with diligent attention and regular inspections, a homeowner can successfully manage their own investment properties.

After purchasing an Issaquah rental property, it is time to decide if you can manage it yourself or if you want to hire a professional Issaquah property manager. You will have to handle advertising, screening tenants, creating lease and rental contracts, and staying on call in case of emergency for your tenants. If you choose to manage your own property, you will also have to brush up on Washington landlord and tenant law, learn Issaquah’s safety codes, and deal with maintenance issues regularly. Finally, you have to collect rent and handle tenant relations.

Do I Need a Property Manager?

If you have no experience as a landlord, you could actually hurt your profits while you learn. We know the area, and we know how to fill your units quickly. A professional Issaquah property management company can help you to maximize profits. At the end of the year, the number one determining factor for how profitable your investment will be your vacancy rate.

We also know local contractors and companies so that we can handle your maintenance and repair issues as quickly and affordably as possible. Finally, because we have experienced real estate and law professionals on our team, we can handle your paperwork, legal issues, and standard management flawlessly so that all you have to worry about is receiving a check.

If investing in Issaquah real estate is of interest to you, contact us today at 425-658-1920 to talk with one of our Issaquah property management professionals.

Useful Resources and Links

Residential Landlord-Tenant Resources

Revised Residential Landlord-Tenant Act – Chapter 59.18 RCW

Issaquah City Hall

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Average Rent Rate in Issaquah, WA

Issaquah offers a mix of rental opportunities, from family homes to modern condos — and demand continues to grow. Here’s what property owners can expect:

$1,800 - $2,250/month

Studio/1 bedroom apartment, 400-800 square foot

$2,900 - $3,400/month

2-3 bedroom apartment, 1,100 – 1,400 square foot

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What Our Clients Are Saying

We had a fantastic experience with SJA Property Management! We rented a home through them for two years and never had any problems with the management team. Their online portal makes paying rent, managing maintenance requests, and updating paperwork super simple. Our designated property manager Kim was Amazing! Always responsive, helpful, and willing to answer any questions we had. Highly recommend working with them!

I have been using SJA to manage my rental for quite some time now. Jenny and her team @ SJA are the best in the business. They take all the hassle away from the home owners and just take care of everything in a very professional and timely manner. Highly recommended!

We have always had excellent service experience from SJA property . management services. Jenny & Grace are amazing. We were able to find tenants for our property within days, thanks to their prompt responses, proactive approach. They made sure there's always transparency in communication & are thorough with follow-ups as well. Be it maintenance issues, security deposits & other logistics, they're very prompt & professional. 100% would recommend!

We have been clients of SJA for three years. As with anything property related there can be hiccups, however SJA leans in to help resolve these hiccups as they arise. I am able to specifically give 5 stars because of our property manager, Bobbi. Bobbi’s knowledge, experience, and customer obsession is what has kept us as clients of SJA, even through the hiccups. She keeps us in the loop at every step because we have asked her to. As clients living out of state she gives us piece of mind with our investment property. We couldn’t recommend her more highly!

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