Las Vegas Rental Owner’s Guide • 2026
The 10 Best Property Management Companies in Las Vegas
Ten managers, one honest ranking — fees, portfolios, and who actually answers the phone.
Written by Johana Williams • Reviewed By: Peter Evering • Last updated: August 3, 2026
We have all heard the stories; you know the ones, the horror stories of the seemingly wonderful tenants in the beginning that turn out to be the cause of severe property damage or even lack of payments being received. Managing a Las Vegas rental is definitely not a one-man task. Because of this many property owners have discovered that hiring a property management company may be the answer to the countless problems that can arise with renting out a home.
So there comes a time when you, the owner, have to pinpoint all the qualities you wish to find in a property management company. Because finding a reputable property management company is key to your property’s success. The company you choose will steward one of your most valuable assets on your behalf. We manage property in Las Vegas ourselves, and we are here to help you understand the strengths of each company on this list (Utopia included — we put ourselves at number one, and we will tell you why).

The Local Rules
Why Hiring a Manager in Las Vegas Is Different
It only takes one lawsuit to ruin your year. Yet owning rental property in Las Vegas can still be one of the most fulfilling experiences you can have while reaching your financial goals. A good Las Vegas manager is constantly aware of the legal pitfalls that must be avoided in order to make sure that you are protected. Nevada has no statewide rent control, but from the 60-day written notice required before any rent increase to the security-deposit limits under NRS 118A to the state’s real estate license and property-management permit rules, their primary concern every day is to safely navigate through these potentially dangerous areas.
Rent increases are still a careful area here, even without a cap. Careful attention must be paid to the timing and paperwork of every increase, because Nevada requires 60 days of written notice before raising the rent on a month-to-month tenancy — 30 days for shorter periods — and there is no statewide limit on the amount. If you are planning to raise the rent or end a tenancy next year, the notice has to be right the first time.
The weather adds work of its own. From relentless summer heat and hard water to aging HVAC systems and sudden monsoon storms, the desert climate keeps a maintenance team busy here, and small problems become expensive problems when nobody is watching for them.
How Fast Do Homes Rent Here?
On average, when using an experienced property management company, it takes approximately two to three weeks to have your place rented. Without a management company, there is no telling. For a property owner, nothing is more expensive than maintaining a property that sits empty. One-bedrooms in Las Vegas currently rent for approximately $1,250 per month, with the metro average closer to $1,460, so every month of vacancy costs you well over a thousand dollars. A vacant property equals no incoming rent, but with Las Vegas vacancy sitting near 6%, the applicant pool is deep and demand stays strong nearly all year. Rents here climbed sharply after 2021, though the market has cooled more recently.
Before You Choose
What to Look For in a Las Vegas Property Manager
Track Record & Reviews
Research a company online — its website, social media, and the Better Business Bureau — and favor time-tested experience over a firm that started only a year or two ago.
Local & Legal Fluency
Every state has unique requirements for landlords, so make sure a manager can speak fluently to Nevada’s rules — the 60-day rent-increase notice, the absence of any statewide rent cap, and the real estate license and property-management permit the state requires.
All-In Pricing
Understand which fees are included and excluded in the agreement — management, setup, leasing, renewal, and markup — so you can compare companies on an apples-to-apples basis.
Maintenance Model
Once a property is rented the real work starts, so ask whether repairs run through in-house technicians or outside vendors, and how after-hours emergencies are handled.
Communication & Reporting
Most owners feel better knowing someone is on the job and ready to answer questions quickly, so look for an owner portal, regular financial reporting, and a real person on the phone.
The Rankings
How the 10 Companies Compare
| Rank | Company | Founded | Mgmt Fee | Portfolio |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ★Utopia Management Top Pick | 1994 | 8–10% | ~9,000 properties |
| 2 | Black & Cherry Real Estate | 2004 | 6–7% | 2,000+ properties |
| 3 | Triumph Property Management | 2003 | 8% (7% at 3+) | 1,000+ homes |
| 4 | Faranesh Real Estate | 2011 | 7% | 1,000+ homes |
| 5 | Shelter Realty | 2009 | 8% (min $100) | 600+ properties |
| 6 | Real Property Management (RPM Peace) | Brand 1986 | 8.9–12% | 168+ units |
| 7 | GoldenWest Management | 2004 | 8% | 1,000+ units |
| 8 | Avalon Realty & Oaktree Mgmt | 1993 | From 8% | 614+ units |
| 9 | Key Property Management | ~2001 | 5–8% | 1,675+ properties |
| 10 | Evernest Las Vegas | 2008 | 10% (max $199) | National SFR |
“Contact” means the company does not publish that fee.
1. Utopia Management
Our Top PickAs a rental property owner, the main benefit of choosing Utopia is the peace of mind it brings you. In addition to being one of the West Coast’s largest property management companies, with more than thirty years in the field and 27 offices across five states, our property managers have the combined experience to handle your concerns. Utopia has been at this since 1994 and manages roughly 9,000 properties, with the Las Vegas office at 2300 West Sahara Avenue. Monthly management fees typically range from 8-10% of collected rent, and there is no management fee charged while your property sits vacant.
Utopia is committed to quick and quality customer service. With a full-time, in-house maintenance team and round-the-clock 24/7/365 call monitors, you won’t be left wondering when or if someone will be reaching out to assist you. Utopia is a full-service management company offering renter’s insurance at a competitive rate, grounds and property care, and an easy-to-navigate tenant portal. Tenants can fill out maintenance requests and even pay their rent online at any time of day or night. And if you choose to sign up for our Eviction Protection Program, it helps reduce the cost of an eviction by offsetting eviction-related legal fees such as attorney and court filing costs, though it does not cover every fee.
- Year founded
- 1994 (30+ years in business)
- Offices
- 27 across 5 states
- Monthly management pricing
- 8%-10% of monthly rent (no fee while vacant)
- Tenant placement fee
- Waived on properties under full management
- Maintenance
- In-house maintenance team; 24/7/365 sales & service
- Portfolio size
- ~9,000 properties
- Property types managed
- Single-family homes, condos, multifamily, commercial, HOA
- Eviction handling
- Yes — optional Eviction Protection Program that helps reduce eviction-related legal fees such as attorney and court filing costs; it does not cover every fee
- Las Vegas office
- 2300 West Sahara Ave, Suite 800 — (702) 745-1111
2. Black & Cherry Real Estate
First and foremost, Black & Cherry Real Estate is knowledgeable of the local market. The firm has been working the Las Vegas valley since 2004 and manages more than 2,000 homes, condos, and apartments across the metro. Black & Cherry charges 6-7% of each month’s rent with no setup, marketing, or junk fees. The company also fields a team of 18 dedicated property managers, one of the deepest benches of any independent firm in the valley, and has earned repeated “Best of Las Vegas” recognition. Spend some time researching whether a company has friendly staff and good relationships with their current owners and tenants; Black & Cherry’s volume focus leans toward high turnover rather than a boutique touch.
- Year founded
- 2004 (per BBB; 22 years in business)
- Monthly management pricing
- 6-7% of monthly rent
- Tenant placement fee
- Not published (its agreement template leaves the leasing fee negotiable); no setup or marketing fees
- Lease renewal cost
- Not published
- Onboarding fee
- None — no setup or marketing fees; early termination owes the remaining lease term’s management fees (per its agreement template)
- Maintenance markup/coordination fee
- Not published; repairs over $300 require owner approval
- Portfolio size
- 2,000+ properties; 18 property managers, 70+ licensed professionals
- Property types managed
- Houses, condos, apartments; commercial and commercial associations
- Eviction handling
- Handled as part of full-service management
- Reviews & standing
- Google 4.1★ (~450) · Yelp 4.0★ (369) · BBB A+, accredited since 2015
3. Triumph Property Management
Triumph Property Management has been in business since 2003 by BBB record, working across the Las Vegas valley under broker Kami Zargari. Some firms adjust their percentage depending on the number of properties or services included; Triumph does exactly that, charging 8% of collected rent and dropping to 7% for owners with three or more properties, all with no hidden or setup fees. Similar to any other business, not all managers are good managers — but more than a thousand homes under management and a clean fee sheet say a great deal about how a company treats its owners. Keep in mind that if the home is not leased within ninety days at fair market value, you can cancel without any cancellation fee.
- Year founded
- 2003 (per BBB; the company’s own site says 2008)
- Monthly management pricing
- 8% of collected rent (7% at 3+ properties)
- Tenant placement fee
- Approximately one month’s rent
- Lease renewal cost
- Not published
- Onboarding fee
- None — no setup or hidden fees; cancel free if not leased within 90 days at fair market value
- Maintenance markup/coordination fee
- Occupancy inspections $100 each (vacant, move-in, and move-out inspections free)
- Portfolio size
- 1,000+ homes managed (own site); >92% tenant renewal rate
- Property types managed
- Single-family, multifamily, commercial; also serves HOAs
- Eviction handling
- Included — handled start to finish (notices, court, constable); eviction rate under 1%
- Reviews & standing
- Google 4.4★ (~1,800) · BBB A+, accredited since 2007
4. Faranesh Real Estate
As a rental property owner, you want to pay only when you see results — and paying only when the home is rented is precisely what Faranesh Real Estate has built its reputation on. The firm is locally owned, founded in 2011 by Wasim Faranesh, and charges 7% of collected rent with free professional photography, no fee until a tenant is placed, and zero cancellation fees. When you are not billed for an empty home, more of the return stays with the owner, so it is very much to your benefit that Faranesh structures its pricing the way it does across its 1,000-plus homes. Keep in mind that the 7% still applies once the property is occupied, so factor it into your long-run numbers.
- Year founded
- 2011 (per the company; BBB lists the entity starting 2015)
- Monthly management pricing
- 7% of monthly rent
- Tenant placement fee
- No upfront fee — paid only when the home is rented; free professional photography
- Lease renewal cost
- Not published
- Onboarding fee
- None — no setup costs; $0 cancellation fees
- Maintenance markup/coordination fee
- Not published
- Portfolio size
- 1,000–1,500+ homes (own claims)
- Property types managed
- Residential incl. luxury; separate commercial division
- Eviction handling
- Handled as part of full-service management
- Reviews & standing
- Google 4.3★ (~580) · BBB A, accredited since 2021 · Best of Las Vegas ×6
5. Shelter Realty
Shelter Realty has been building its book of business since 2009 and manages more than 600 properties across the Las Vegas valley. Don’t want to deal with the day-to-day yourself? Shelter charges 8% of the monthly rent with a $100 minimum, a $200 tenant-placement fee — plus a $400 referral when an outside agent brings the tenant — and a $100 renewal, with the setup fee waived and no maintenance coordination fees. Percentage fees usually run 8-10% of every month’s rent at other firms, so Shelter’s rate sits right in the normal range for the market. Keep in mind that its houses tend to rent in under 30 days and condos in under 45, so budget for a short marketing window.
- Year founded
- 2009 (per BBB; broker Tony Sena licensed since 2001)
- Monthly management pricing
- 8% of gross monthly rent, minimum $100/mo
- Tenant placement fee
- $200 (lease signing + move-in inspection); $400 agent-referral fee when an outside agent procures the tenant
- Lease renewal cost
- $100
- Onboarding fee
- Setup fee waived; $250 maintenance reserve; terminate on 30 days’ notice
- Maintenance markup/coordination fee
- None — no coordination fees; owner approval required over $250
- Portfolio size
- 600+ homes, condos, townhouses
- Property types managed
- Single-family, condos, townhomes, executive and luxury high-rise; commercial division
- Eviction handling
- Handled in-house; costs deducted from the tenant’s deposit, usually under $350
- Reviews & standing
- Google 4.2★ (~200) · BBB A, accredited since 2012
6. Real Property Management (RPM Peace)
Real Property Management (RPM Peace) is the local office of a national franchise whose brand dates to 1986 and focuses on single-family homes. A stack of guarantees could mean a company is confident in its process. It could also simply be a strategy to beat the competition — and in RPM Peace’s case the guarantees are the strongest on this list, covering tenant replacement, a 29-day leasing promise, rent protection up to 12 weeks, and eviction costs up to $5,000, alongside an 8.9% Turn-Key or 12% Premium management fee. Keep in mind that you should confirm exactly which guarantees your chosen plan includes before signing.
- Year founded
- Franchise brand since 1986; local office recent (site live since 2022, owner Thomas Patchin)
- Monthly management pricing
- 8.9% Turn-Key / 12% Premium (with rent protection)
- Tenant placement fee
- $900 bundled with management; $1,395 lease-only (incl. photos, $250 advertising, screening)
- Lease renewal cost
- Not published
- Onboarding fee
- None published; free walkthrough; cancel on 60-day notice, no termination penalty
- Maintenance markup/coordination fee
- $49.95 per work order, capped at $250/year; no percentage markups
- Portfolio size
- 168+ units (per PropertyManagement.com)
- Property types managed
- Single-family and small multifamily; also commercial and vacant-home management
- Eviction handling
- Premium plan: up to $5,000 eviction filing/defense + $600 removal; Surevestor rent protection (8–12 wks) and $35,000 malicious-damage cover
- Reviews & standing
- Google 4.8★ (52)
7. GoldenWest Management
GoldenWest Management is a Las Vegas manager, in business since 2004 with additional offices in Arizona and California, that handles single-family homes, condos, and mid-size apartment complexes. A management company with a transparent fee structure is one that can protect your return, and GoldenWest charges 8% with no leasing, marketing, or renewal fees across its 1,000-plus units. The team will market the unit, screen applicants carefully, determine the right rent, and handle the day-to-day so you don’t have to. Keep in mind that directories list a $295 one-time setup fee, so confirm it when you call.
- Year founded
- 2004 (per BBB)
- Monthly management pricing
- 8% (own site); 4–8% of gross for multiplexes/apartments (directory data)
- Tenant placement fee
- None — no leasing or marketing fees
- Lease renewal cost
- None advertised (tenant-side $200 admin fee reported at renewal)
- Onboarding fee
- $295 one-time setup (per directories; not shown on its own site)
- Portfolio size
- 1,000+ units managed; 3,000+ tenant placements; offices in Las Vegas, Phoenix, San Diego
- Property types managed
- Single-family homes through mid-size apartment complexes; condos, luxury, high-rise
- Eviction handling
- Handled in-house as part of full service; guaranteed midterm interior inspection
- Reviews & standing
- Google 4.2★ (441) · BBB A+, accredited since 2015
8. Avalon Realty and Oaktree Management
Avalon Realty and Oaktree Management is a residential-focused organization that has served the valley since 1993 and turns up again and again at the top of Expertise’s Las Vegas and Henderson rankings. From the valley’s core neighborhoods out to Henderson, each managed home gets marketing, showings, and screening handled by the same team. If you want a manager with a consistent reputation across the leading local best-of lists, this is one of the most recognized names on the list. Keep in mind that its pricing page is easy to miss — full service starts at 8%, leasing runs half a month’s rent, renewals are $200, and an $8-a-month eviction-protection plan sits alongside a 12-month tenant guarantee.
- Year founded
- 1993 (own claim; BBB lists the business started 1988 — broker Bonnie Barberini, licensed 1988)
- Monthly management pricing
- From 8% (Full Service)
- Tenant placement fee
- 50% of one month’s rent, charged at completion
- Lease renewal cost
- $200
- Onboarding fee
- None on Full Service; early-exit terms are contract-dependent — ask before signing
- Maintenance markup/coordination fee
- Home-warranty coordination $25/incident; annual inspection included; free AC-filter delivery
- Portfolio size
- 614+ units (per PropertyManagement.com)
- Property types managed
- Residential; Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, Henderson
- Eviction handling
- Eviction Protection Plan, $8/mo; 12-Month Tenant Guarantee, Rent Deposit Guarantee, $1,000 Pet Guarantee
- Reviews & standing
- Google 4.6★ (577) · BBB A+
9. Key Property Management
Key Property Management serves Las Vegas owners and traces its start back more than twenty-five years, making it one of the valley’s larger independent books at 1,675-plus properties. An ongoing proactive program to keep a property maintained is central to protecting an investment, and no-upcharge repairs paired with a 45-day leasing guarantee are the heart of how Key operates across its portfolio. For an owner who values a lean fee sheet — no upfront fees, no cancellation fees, no charges while a home sits vacant, and no eviction fees — Key is a natural fit. Keep in mind that the exact rate inside the 5-8% range is quoted per property, so ask where yours lands.
- Year founded
- ~2001 (“over 25 years in business”)
- Monthly management pricing
- 5–8% of monthly rent
- Tenant placement fee
- Advertised at about half the typical leasing fee; nothing charged until the property is rented
- Lease renewal cost
- Not published
- Onboarding fee
- None — no upfront fees, no cancellation fees, no charges during vacancy
- Maintenance markup/coordination fee
- None — no repair upcharge
- Portfolio size
- 1,675+ properties under management
- Property types managed
- Residential and commercial
- Eviction handling
- No eviction fees; 45-day leasing guarantee (first month’s management fee free if missed); 6-month tenant replacement guarantee
- Reviews & standing
- Google 4.2★ (461)
10. Evernest Las Vegas
Evernest has been in business since 2008, making it one of the more technology-forward firms on this list and serving Las Vegas owners across single-family homes and small multifamily. The firm handles the full range of residential management — marketing, screening, collections, and maintenance — on its national platform in order to insure prompt and professional service to your property. Thousands of rentals are advertised daily on the internet, and Evernest pairs that reach with a fully published fee sheet: 10% of rent capped at $199 a month, placement at half a month’s rent, and a $250 renewal. Keep in mind that it is a national operator rather than a homegrown Vegas shop, and its nationwide reviews are polarized.
- Year founded
- 2008 (Birmingham, AL; Las Vegas office on S Las Vegas Blvd)
- Monthly management pricing
- 10% of monthly rent, capped at $199/mo; multi-property discounts
- Tenant placement fee
- 50% of one month’s rent, $500 minimum
- Lease renewal cost
- $250
- Onboarding fee
- None — no setup fee, no long-term contract; terminate on 30 days’ notice, no fee
- Maintenance markup/coordination fee
- Repairs at cost (approval over $500); 1-year workmanship guarantee; $149 annual inspection
- Portfolio size
- 16,000+ rentals across 50+ markets (national count)
- Property types managed
- Single-family homes and small multifamily
- Eviction handling
- Eviction Protection Plan, $200/yr, covers eviction legal fees; pet-damage guarantee to $2,500
- Reviews & standing
- Google 4.2★ (139, LV office) · BBB A+ nationally, with a heavy complaint file
Know the Rules
Nevada Rules Every Las Vegas Landlord Should Know
No Rent Control
Nevada has no statewide rent cap; increases are allowed with proper notice.
60-Day Notice
Rent increases require 60 days’ written notice on a monthly tenancy.
Deposit Cap: 3 Months
Security deposits are capped at three months’ rent, returned within 30 days.
During the hopefully pleasant and profitable period of renting out your Las Vegas home, one needs to bear in mind that Nevada keeps refining its rules, and the ones below come up on real properties every single week.
Nevada Has No Statewide Rent Cap
Unlike California and a handful of other states, Nevada does not impose any limit on how much you can raise the rent. What the law does regulate is notice: on a month-to-month tenancy you must give at least 60 days of written notice before an increase takes effect, and 30 days for periodic tenancies shorter than a month. The date that governs is the effective date of the increase, not the day the notice goes out. There are no local rent-control ordinances in Las Vegas or Clark County either, so the ceiling is set by the market rather than a statute. The one narrow exception is North Las Vegas, which caps annual increases at 5% on a small subset of apartments built before 1995; it does not apply to the City of Las Vegas or Clark County generally.
Managers Must Be Licensed and Permitted
Nevada is stricter than many states on who may manage property for others. Anyone managing rentals for a fee must hold a Nevada real estate license and a separate property-management permit, working under a licensed broker. Before you sign, confirm that the person handling your home actually holds both credentials — a manager operating without them puts your leases and your liability at risk. Getting the paperwork or the licensing wrong is where owners get into trouble.
Deposits Are Capped and the Clock Is 30 Days
Under NRS 118A, security deposits are limited to three months’ rent. Either way, the deposit or an itemized statement of deductions must be returned within 30 days of move-out, and every deduction beyond normal wear and tear needs receipts or estimates behind it. Nevada also requires 24 hours’ notice before a landlord may enter an occupied unit.
What Fees Should You Expect?
What kind of fees should you expect? The most common and broadest fees are the property management fee, a setup fee, and an optional leasing fee. Monthly management fees in Las Vegas typically range from 6-10% of collected rent on a property. Make sure you understand the potential fees included and excluded from your property management agreement. Once you review those details, make an apples-to-apples comparison between property management companies. Lower fees sound great until you find yourself spending a fortune on additional services that were not included in their baseline pricing.
Be wary of pricing that seems too good to be true. All fee agreements are negotiable. Before diving in, try negotiating the most affordable rate possible from the company that is number one on your list.
“Lower fees sound great until you find yourself spending a fortune on additional services that were not included in their baseline pricing.”
Prefer to hand it all to a local team? See how we work as your manager on our Las Vegas property management page.

A Few Tips From the Field
Just about every homeowner has heard some kind of horror story from a friend, neighbor, or family member about a renter and pet situation that went awry. As soon as they hear that an applicant has a pet, the mind can tend to conjure up images of destroyed yards, urine soaked carpets, and smells that will linger for years. Not saying these kinds of things do not happen, but this occurrence is not the norm. Many renters in Las Vegas are seeking pet friendly rental residences, and if you want to rent your home quickly, you need to appeal to the largest market share that you can. At Utopia Management we ask for an additional pet deposit and rent from our tenants with pets. There are plenty of ways to safeguard your home and investment, and less vacancy means more money in your pocket.
For an owner, vacant time is lost rent. One of the best ways to ensure the least amount of time between the lull of having your rental property vacant and rented again is to start advertising as soon as you get a notice from your tenant. Getting a jump on letting the world know your home is going to be available in the coming month will give you extra time to find a new occupant. Do not have the time to begin the advertising process? This would be a good time to start seeking a property management company to get the process started for you.
A Few Questions Before You Sign
While choosing an affordable property management team is important, the last thing you want to do is choose a property manager based solely on the lowest price. From marketing the property effectively to collecting and maintaining payment records ethically, it is important to do your homework to avoid the risk of hiring the wrong company to oversee one of your most valuable assets. Ask how they handle Nevada’s 60-day rent-increase notice and whether they hold the required real estate license and property-management permit. Ask whether maintenance is in-house or subcontracted. Having to make this difficult decision can be very confusing; however, after keeping these important tips in mind, choose the property management company that at the end of the day you would be happy to work with.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do property managers charge in Las Vegas?+
Do you need a license to manage property in Nevada?+
How can I check a Las Vegas property manager’s license and reviews?+
How much can I raise the rent in 2026?+
How long do I have to return a security deposit?+
How much can I collect as a deposit?+
Do application fees have to be refunded in Nevada?+
What do NARPM and IREM mean, and should my manager belong?+
Is hiring a property manager worth it?+
Let’s Talk
Now that we have given you our list, you may have more questions that we would be happy to answer personally. You can call our Las Vegas office at (702) 745-1111 or e-mail us at lasvegas@utopiamanagement.com and we will be happy to assist you.
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