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Palm Beach County

What a property manager actually costs in Palm Beach County — the monthly management percentage, the leasing fee, the renewal fee, maintenance markups, and the extra charges that quietly add up. Written by a licensed Florida Community Association Manager (CAM34850) who manages rentals here.

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The Short Answer

For a single-family home or condo in Palm Beach County, most full-service property managers charge a monthly management fee of roughly 8% to 12% of the rent they collect, plus a one-time leasing (tenant-placement) fee when they put a new tenant in place. Add a few smaller charges — lease renewals, maintenance coordination, inspections — and most owners find their all-in cost lands somewhere around 18% to 20% of a year's gross rent in the first year, then drops in later years once the placement fee is behind them.

Those are general industry ranges, not a quote — the real number depends on the property, the rent, the services you need, and how a company structures its fees. What matters just as much as the headline percentage is how the fees are structured: a low management percentage can hide markups on maintenance, vacancy charges, and "junk" fees that cost you more than a slightly higher, all-inclusive rate. At BeacCorp we pass vendor invoices through at cost with no markup and quote fees up front. Call (561) 779-3213 for a straight answer on your property.

The Two Fees That Matter Most
Almost every rental management agreement is built on two core charges. Understand these and you understand 90% of the cost.
The Ongoing Fee
Monthly Management Fee
Typically 8%–12% of collected rent in Florida. It pays for rent collection, tenant communication, maintenance coordination, accounting, and monthly owner reporting. Watch whether it's charged on rent due or rent collected — "collected" protects you when a unit sits vacant or a tenant falls behind.
The One-Time Fee
Leasing / Tenant-Placement Fee
Charged once when a new tenant is placed — commonly 50%–100% of one month's rent (Florida often trends lower thanks to strong renter demand). It covers marketing, showings, screening, and lease preparation. Because it recurs only at turnover, keeping good tenants longer is one of the biggest ways to lower your true annual cost.
The Fee Menu — Line by Line
Beyond the two big ones, here are the charges you'll see on Palm Beach County management agreements. Not every company charges all of them — and that's exactly why comparing a single headline percentage is misleading.
Lease-Renewal Fee
Charged when an existing tenant renews rather than moving out — often 25%–50% of one month's rent, or a flat fee. Far cheaper than a new placement, which is why a good manager works to renew reliable tenants.
Maintenance Coordination
Some companies add a markup — commonly 10%–15% — on top of the contractor's invoice for arranging repairs. Over a year of routine fixes this adds up quietly. BeacCorp charges no maintenance markup — you pay the vendor's actual cost.
Setup / Onboarding Fee
A one-time account-setup charge (often a flat $100–$300) to bring your property into their system, do the initial inspection, and take over any existing lease. Sometimes waived — worth asking.
Inspection Fees
Periodic condition inspections typically run $100–$300 each when billed separately. Some managers fold routine inspections into the monthly fee — clarify how often they inspect and whether it's extra.
Vacancy Fee
A small charge (sometimes a flat amount) kept while a unit is empty. It aligns some contracts, but it also means you're paying while earning nothing — read this clause carefully.
Eviction / Legal Handling
A per-case fee for coordinating an eviction (separate from attorney and court costs). Rare with well-screened tenants, but you want to know the number before you need it.
Marketing / Advertising
Premium listing syndication, professional photos, or signage. Often included in the leasing fee — but confirm it isn't billed twice.
Late-Fee & Other Splits
Some managers keep all or part of tenant late fees, application fees, or "admin" charges. Ask who keeps what — it changes the true economics of the deal.
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The lowest percentage is not always the cheapest manager. A 6% fee with a maintenance markup, a vacancy charge, and retained late fees can easily cost more than an 8%–10% fee with none of those. Always compare the total annual cost, and ask for the fee schedule in writing before you sign.
A Simple First-Year Example

To make the math concrete, imagine a Palm Beach County rental at $2,500/month ($30,000/year) with one new tenant placed during the year:

This is an illustration to show how the pieces fit together, not a quote for your property. Your rent, your services, and your tenant turnover all move the number. The takeaway: a stable, well-screened long-term tenant is the single biggest cost-saver, because it keeps the leasing fee from repeating.

Is a Property Manager Worth the Fee?
Fewer Costly Vacancies
A vacant month in Palm Beach County often costs more than a full year of management fees. Faster marketing and re-leasing pays for itself.
Better Tenants, Fewer Problems
Proper background, credit, and income screening lowers the odds of late rent, damage, and eviction — the expenses that really hurt a small landlord.
Florida Law, Handled
Security-deposit timelines, notice requirements, fair-housing rules, and the eviction process are handled correctly, reducing your legal exposure.
Your Time Back
No 2 a.m. maintenance calls, no chasing rent, no coordinating vendors. For out-of-town or busy owners, that alone justifies the fee.
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The BeacCorp difference: one licensed local contact (CAM34850), no-markup maintenance passed through at cost, on-time owner payouts, and transparent monthly reporting. A licensed General Contractor in-house also means repairs are handled right. See the full BeacCorp Property Management page ↗
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Property Management Fees — FAQ

How much do property managers charge in Palm Beach County?

Most full-service managers charge a monthly management fee of roughly 8% to 12% of collected rent, plus a one-time leasing fee when a new tenant is placed. Adding smaller charges like renewals and inspections, first-year all-in cost often lands around 18% to 20% of gross annual rent, then drops in years without a new placement. These are general industry ranges — call (561) 779-3213 for a quote on your property.

What is a leasing or tenant-placement fee?

It's a one-time fee charged when the manager finds and places a new tenant — covering marketing, showings, screening, and lease preparation. In Florida it commonly runs 50% to 100% of one month's rent, and often trends lower thanks to strong renter demand. Because it only recurs at turnover, keeping good tenants longer is one of the best ways to reduce your annual cost.

Is the management fee based on rent due or rent collected?

It depends on the company, and it matters. A fee based on rent collected means you only pay when money actually comes in, protecting you during a vacancy or if a tenant falls behind. A fee based on rent due can charge you even when nothing was received. Always confirm which model a contract uses before signing.

Do property managers mark up maintenance and repairs?

Some do — commonly 10% to 15% on top of the contractor's invoice for coordinating repairs, which adds up over a year of routine fixes. BeacCorp passes vendor invoices through at cost with no markup, so you pay exactly what the vendor charges. When comparing companies, always ask whether maintenance is marked up.

Why is the cheapest management fee not always the best deal?

A low headline percentage can hide markups on maintenance, vacancy charges, setup fees, and retained tenant late fees that cost more than a slightly higher, all-inclusive rate. The only fair comparison is total annual cost across every fee. Ask each company for its full fee schedule in writing before you decide.

What is a lease-renewal fee?

It's a fee charged when an existing tenant renews their lease instead of moving out — often 25% to 50% of one month's rent, or a flat amount. It's much cheaper than a full new-tenant placement, which is why a good manager actively works to renew reliable tenants and keep your unit occupied.

Are there setup or onboarding fees?

Some companies charge a one-time account-setup fee, often a flat $100 to $300, to bring your property into their system, complete an initial inspection, and assume any existing lease. It's sometimes waived, so it's always worth asking whether it applies and what it covers.

Is hiring a property manager worth the cost for one rental?

For many owners, yes. A single avoided vacancy month can exceed a full year of management fees, and proper tenant screening reduces the far larger costs of late rent, damage, and eviction. A manager also keeps you compliant with Florida landlord-tenant law and gives you your time back. It comes down to your rent, your distance from the property, and how hands-on you want to be.

Does BeacCorp charge different fees for HOAs versus rentals?

Yes. Community association (HOA/condo) management and single rental management are priced differently because the work is different — associations involve board support, budgets, meetings, and vendor oversight, while rentals center on tenants, rent, and maintenance. We quote each property individually. Call (561) 779-3213 or use the form on our property page for a free, no-obligation quote.

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