Residential Property Manager

Summit Real Estate Management, LLC; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Real Estate Management, LLC is seeking a Residential Property Manager for an on-site role at a 300+ unit community near Portland, OR. You will supervise leasing and maintenance teams, coordinate resident relations, and ensure rent collection and regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes delivering high service standards, overseeing lease administration, property inspections, and reporting to owners. Occasional evenings/weekends may be required to support operations and occupancy goals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of residential property management experience for communities with 200+ units.
• Minimum 3 years of leading teams of 4 or more.
• Minimum 3 years AppFolio experience.
• Strong communication and customer service skills with residents, vendors, and owners.
• Experience with leases, renewals, and lease administration.
• Ability to manage budgets and track income/expenses.
• Proficient with AppFolio and common office software (email, spreadsheets).
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee leasing, resident relations, rent collection, and policy compliance.
• Manage leasing and maintenance teams and conduct property inspections.
• Ensure safety, cleanliness, and upkeep of the community.
• Prepare and review lease documents and manage renewals and move-ins/outs.
• Track property performance and prepare routine ownership reports.
• Lead on-site staff and drive occupancy and retention goals.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Budgeting

Team Leadership

Time Management

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

On-site Coordination

Tools

AppFolio

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Company Description

Summit Real Estate Management, LLC is a professional property management and investment company specializing in apartment communities. The company provides a full array of management services to owners of multifamily properties, supporting both day-to-day operations and long-term performance. Summit offers clients an inclusive suite of services that spans management, investments, and development, designed to optimize portfolio value. Team members work within a collaborative, service-focused environment that prioritizes quality, accountability, and strong relationships with property owners and residents.

Role Description

The Residential Property Manager is a full-time, on-site role based near Portland, OR, responsible for the daily operations of a 300+ unit apartment community. This role oversees leasing activities, resident relations, rent collection, and compliance with company policies and housing regulations. The Residential Property Manager is responsible for the oversight of the leasing and maintenance teams, conducts property inspections, and ensures that the community is safe, clean, and well-maintained. The role also includes preparing and reviewing lease documents, managing lease renewals and move‑in/move‑out processes, tracking property performance, and producing routine reports for ownership. The Residential Property Manager leads and supports on‑site staff, promotes high standards of customer service, and helps drive occupancy and retention goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years previous experience in residential property management of 200+ units is required
• Minimum 3 years leading teams of 4 or more is required
• Minimum 3 years AppFolio experience is required
• Strong Communication and Customer Service skills to interact effectively with residents, vendors, and property owners.
• Knowledge of Property Management practices and experience overseeing daily operations of residential communities.
• Experience with Leases and Lease Administration, including drafting, reviewing, enforcing lease terms, and managing renewals.
• Ability to manage budgets, track income and expenses, and support financial performance of the property.
• Proficiency with property management software AppFolio and common office applications (e.g., email, spreadsheets, databases).
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Problem-solving skills and sound judgment in handling resident issues, conflicts, and emergency situations.
• Ability to work on‑site near Portland, OR, including occasional evenings or weekends as needed for property operations.