How much do property managers charge in Florida?
A straight answer on fees, what's actually included, and how our flat, all-inclusive approach compares to the percentage-based pricing most large Florida firms use.
The short answer
Most Florida property management companies charge between 8% and 12% of monthly rent for ongoing management, plus a separate leasing fee equal to 50% to 100% of one month's rent each time a new tenant is placed. Add-on fees for renewals, inspections, maintenance markups, and "setup" can quietly push the real cost to 15% or more of annual rent.
On a $2,000/month Florida rental, that typically works out to $2,400–$3,600 a year in management fees alone, before leasing, renewals, or markups.
Percentage-based pricing: how it really works
Larger Florida firms — think operations like Atrium Management and other multi-market companies — almost always quote a percentage of collected rent. It sounds simple, but the line items add up:
- Monthly management: 8%–12% of rent collected
- Leasing / tenant placement: 50%–100% of one month's rent
- Lease renewal fee: $150–$300 (or 25% of one month)
- Setup / onboarding fee: $99–$500 per property
- Inspection fees: $75–$150 each
- Maintenance markup: typically 10%–20% on vendor invoices
- Vacancy fee: some firms still bill while the unit is empty
None of that is dishonest — it's just how the percentage model works at scale. The trade-off is that your monthly bill moves with your rent and with however many "events" happen that month.
Flat-fee pricing: predictable, owner-friendly
A flat-fee model charges the same amount every month regardless of rent, with most or all of the common add-ons folded in. For owners of one to a handful of single-family homes in Florida, flat fees usually land between $99 and $199 per month per door.
The advantage isn't always that flat is cheaper — it's that the number doesn't change. You know what you're paying in January and in July. When rent goes up, your management fee doesn't.
Flat-fee vs. percentage at a glance
| Cost | Typical FL firm (10%) | Flat-fee (~$149) |
|---|---|---|
| Mgmt on $2,000/mo rent | $200/mo | $149/mo |
| New tenant placement | $1,000–$2,000 | Often included |
| Lease renewal | $150–$300 | Often included |
| Maintenance markup | 10%–20% | 0% (pass-through) |
What you should actually ask a Florida property manager
- Is the monthly fee a flat dollar amount or a percentage?
- What's the leasing fee, and what does it include?
- Are lease renewals charged separately?
- Do you mark up vendor invoices for maintenance?
- Do you charge during vacancy?
- Who handles after-hours emergencies — and is it billed extra?
- How are security deposits held in compliance with Florida statute 83.49?
Our approach at Melton Property Group
We're a small, owner-operated property management company serving Central Florida. We use a flat, all-inclusive monthly fee: leasing, renewals, inspections, and routine communication are part of the price. Maintenance is billed at cost — no markups on vendor invoices.
That structure isn't right for every owner. If you have dozens of doors across multiple markets, a large firm with a percentage model and a 24/7 call center may serve you better. If you own one to a handful of Florida rentals and want to talk to the same person every time, a flat-fee, personal model is usually a better fit.
Get a real quote
Want a straight-up number for your specific property? Send us the address and a few details and we'll quote you in plain English — no sales call required. Contact Melton Property Group.
This guide is general information about Florida property management fees and is not legal or financial advice. Fee ranges reflect typical 2026 Florida market pricing and may vary by company, market, and property type.