Residential Leasing Specialist

Horning; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Horning is seeking a Leasing Consultant for Brookland Ridge Apartments, a 324-unit community in NE Washington, DC, with additional support at The Arbor (30 units). You’ll own the leasing process from inquiry to move-in, welcome prospects, lead tours, and help residents find homes while keeping both properties leased at goal.

You will collaborate with residents and team members, aim to convert traffic to applications and signed leases, and uphold Horning standards in person and online.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of sales or residential leasing experience.
• Able to present and close with prospects; professional communication.
• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in basic market analysis and pricing discussions.
• Experience with leasing paperwork and documentation best practices.

Responsibilities

• Greet prospects in person, by phone, and by email; qualify interest and schedule tours.
• Lead community and unit tours; present features, pricing, and lease terms; address objections and request applications.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of pricing, availability, floor plans, amenities, and policies.
• Prepare leasing paperwork and move-in packets; collect funds and reconcile per policy.
• Explain lease terms; respond to questions professionally; escalate issues when needed.
• Support retention through positive interactions and timely follow-up.
• Update online ads weekly with pricing, availability, and promotions.
• Monitor local market conditions and contribute ideas for programs.

Skills

Sales experience

Leasing knowledge

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Time management

Market analysis

Documentation skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Yardi

Job description

Horning is seeking a Leasing Consultant for Brookland Ridge Apartments, a 324-unit community in NE Washington, DC, with additional support at The Arbor (30 units). You’ll own the leasing process from inquiry to move-in, welcome prospects, lead tours, and help residents find homes while keeping both properties leased at goal.

You will collaborate with residents and team members, aim to convert traffic to applications and signed leases, and uphold Horning standards in person and online.