Property Management in Washington, DC

We’re your local experts. And, you can trust us.

We Provide a Better Rental Experience

Our property management services are based on the idea that you should focus on building long-term wealth with real estate investments while we manage the rental relationship.

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We work with first-time landlords, self-managing owners, and experienced investors in Washington, DC who are ready to change property management companies.

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At Columbia Property Management, we are your partners – here to take care of your DC investment property while you live your life and pursue your goals.

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We help our Washington, DC clients develop and execute strategic investment goals. Talk to us about why you’re investing, and what you hope to achieve. We’ll help you get there.

Marketing and Leasing

Marketing rental property requires skill, strategy, and a thorough understanding of the local and even neighborhood markets. At Columbia Property Management, we are strategic with pricing. We advertise and show your rental, conduct stringent screening, manage the application process, and negotiate the best lease terms possible. Our service includes an in-person orientation at the property for all new tenants. If for some reason we are unable to assist you, we will refer you to different rental agents we work well with.

It’s another reason we’re the property management company that Washington, DC owners trust with their investments.

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Rental Business License Services

Landlords in the District of Columbia are required to have a business license and to register with the Rental Accommodations Division. We have done hundreds of these for our clients and can efficiently handle the process for you so you don’t have to learn the procedures and manage the paperwork. Bundle this service with full service property management packages, or we can do it for you separately.

Get a Free Property Manager Selection Tool

There are questions to ask anyone who proposes to manage your DC property for you. There are also questions to ask yourself. What you want is a professional who fills vacancies quickly with good renters, who provides accurate and timely rent payouts, and who maintains your property with prompt and cost-effective repairs, as needed. A good communicator is also key.

Why Work with Columbia Property Management?

Work with us when you want to leave everything in the hands of professionals you trust. 

Our team handles everything from rental property maintenance to property management accounting. We’re the point of contact if there’s an emergency repair, a tenant dispute, or a neighborhood concern. You can count on us to communicate with you and the tenants, provide detailed and transparent accounting, and save you money on any necessary repairs.

Responsiveness + Reliability

We do what we say we’ll do, and we’re available and accessible. Always.

Quality + Consistency

Higher standards of management and documented systems and processes.

Caring + Customer Service

We care about our community and we approach management from a place of service to owners and tenants.

Choose the Best Price For You

Tenant Placement Investor Tier Platinum Gold
Management Fee (No Management) 14.5% of rent per month * 9.9% of rent per month * 7.9% of rent per month *
Full Legal Compliance
Responsive & Personal Staff
Resident Orientation Property Manager meets new residents at the property for a walk-through orientation staff member meets new residents at the property for a walk-through orientation Watches orientation video
Marketing the Property
Finding Tenants
Tenant Screening
Maintenance Support line
Property Maintenance
Online Owner Portals
On-Time Rent Collection
Eviction Process Handling
Accurate Property Accounting & Reporting
Monthly Owner Statements & Electronic Deposit of Rent Funds
Recurring bills payment $15 per utility per month
Home Warranty Management $100 per incident
Process a rental license renewal $50
Property Tax payments $25
Mail pick-up from property $15
Equipment Rental $25 per device per day
On-site inspections 4 per year 4 per year 2 per year
Investment Advisory Services

*Our minimum monthly management fee is $200 per month
*Additional charges apply for subsidized housing programs
*Discounts may apply for portfolios and total monthly fees in excess of $1000. Contact our property manager
*The Investor Tier is designed to help our clients to pay for the leasing fee interest free over time. Should the owner terminate the contract prior to 24 months, the balance of the leasing fee shall become due at termination.

Areas We Serve

Our Expertise extends from Palisades and Georgetown to Capitol Hill and NoMa. Most of our clients have rentals in Dupont Circle, Columbia Heights, Adams Morgan, Kalorama, Petworth, Mount Pleasant, Logan Circle, U Street, Shaw, Bloomingdale, Eckington, and Brookland.

 

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Petworth

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Reputation Matters. So Does Reliability.

We believe in partnerships and we contribute to relationships. Our team is active in the communities we serve and the associations we work with to deliver better management.

You can count on us.

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What Are People Saying About Us

Shira Golub
Shira Golub
11 February 2024
Renting from Columbia Property Management has been such a wonderful experience, especially working with Gregory Marimon as my property manager. They are extremely responsive and always make sure to help me mitigate any issues that arise.
Lee Huang
Lee Huang
30 November 2023
They're managing a property of mine in DC and it's been a breeze for me because they handle everything. This has included some complicated and unexpected repair issues, in which they've been stellar in coordinating communications with me, tenant, building management, and contractors. Thankful for them!
carolyn wesley
carolyn wesley
8 November 2023
My experience with Anthony was excellent, he is always willing to go over and beyond in anyway to assist you.
Emma Ford
Emma Ford
24 October 2023
Have had a good experience with CPM; our assistant property manager Greg has been super on top of repairs for our house, usually sending people same-day or within 24 hours. Straightforward system to pay rent and submit work requests as well.
Barbara Harmon
Barbara Harmon
10 October 2023
After having a bad experience with another management company, I've had an amazing experience with Scott and his team. They are very responsive and addressed my questions and concerns. They are very professional and open to my ideas and suggestions....which is a bonus because I live overseas. I appreciate their guinuine concern about my best interests. appfind solutions to a few matters that cropped up.
Kingston
Kingston
5 October 2023
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Benjamin Jaime
Benjamin Jaime
24 August 2023
"I had an incredible experience renting my first home in downtown DC through Columbia Property Management. Their service was truly amazing, and they consistently addressed any concerns or issues promptly. The professionalism displayed by their team was outstanding. I wholeheartedly recommend their services to anyone in search of a hassle-free rental experience!" Scott B, Susie S, Christopher and company are friendly, honest and transparent. They helped me a lot at all times and processes. From the first day to the last. Thanks guys you are the best!

Why Hire Us?

Whether you need help with staying compliant with Washington DC landlord-tenant laws, tenant screening, marketing rental property, rental property maintenance, or ongoing support with leasing and management of your investment property, Columbia Property Management is here to support you.

As experts in the housing and rental regulations in the District of Columbia , we proactively manage leasing and tenant relationships to ensure the best possible outcome for the landlord, despite the tenant friendly nature of the laws and courts in DC.

We conduct property inspections at least twice a year and in many cases three to four times annually. This helps to spot problems early such as when preventative maintenance is required or when lease violations are observed.

Our expert management systems and processes ensure a seamless investment experience. From advanced techniques in tenant screening to monthly CPA review of the accounting in your client trust account, we go the extra mile to protect you and increase the return on your rental investment.

In the end, it is about creating long term wealth for you and your family and we are proud to be partners with our clients to help them achieve their goals.

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