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4819 Emperor Blvd suit 400, Durham, NC 27703
Real Property Management Trustworthy is a Durham office of the Real Property Management franchise, managing single-family homes in Durham, Chapel Hill, Oxford, Pittsboro and Bear Creek with tenant screening, leasing, maintenance, evictions and rent collection.
In their words: “We check credit and background to make sure prospective tenants are qualified.”
Review summary: Reviewers, many of them owners, describe an honest, dependable and responsive manager who communicates well.
3500 Westgate Dr Suite 401, Durham, NC 27707
Real Property Management Impact is a Durham office of the Real Property Management franchise, managing single-family homes in Durham, Chapel Hill, Raleigh and the Triangle with tenant screening, leasing, maintenance and evictions.
Review summary: Reviewers often mention prompt responses, good tenant placement, a capable maintenance tech and proactive communication.
3717 University Dr Ste c, Durham, NC 27707
PPA Properties is a Durham company managing single-family homes, townhouses, condos and multifamily properties in Durham, Hillsborough, Mebane, Burlington and Graham, with marketing, tenant placement and screening, rent collection and maintenance.
In their words: “We manage single family homes, townhouses, condominiums, and multi family properties, handling everything from marketing and tenant placement to rent collection, maintenance, and financial reporting.”
Review summary: Reviewers describe professional, patient and caring staff and well-maintained properties.
Serves the Durham area · no public office address, so no map pin
Amarvic Residential is a Raleigh-based firm serving the Durham area, managing single-family homes and multifamily properties with tenant placement, rent collection, maintenance and inspections.
In their words: “We pride ourselves on keeping our residents and owners happy.”
Review summary: Reviewers often praise a prompt, attentive maintenance coordinator and friendly staff who respond quickly.
506 N Mangum St #105, Durham, NC 27701
Acorn + Oak Property Management is a Durham company that has managed single-family homes and small multi-unit properties in Durham, Raleigh and Chapel Hill since 2013, with leasing and tenant placement.
In their words: “Today we manage a growing roster of single-family homes and small multi-unit complexes throughout Durham, Raleigh, Chapel Hill and the surrounding cities.”
Review summary: Reviewers often mention responsiveness, quick replies and prompt handling of maintenance requests.
3901 University Dr, Durham, NC 27707
Weichert, Realtors - Mark Thomas Properties Property Management is a Durham company managing rental properties for owners, using online tools for owners and residents.
Review summary: Reviewers often describe a responsive, thorough and caring team and professional contractors for repairs.
1025 Tannin Dr, Durham, NC 27713
RiverSmith Real Estate Services is a Durham company that has managed short-term and long-term rental properties since 2008, with hands-on maintenance oversight and tenant screening.
Review summary: Reviewers, including guests and owners, describe clean, well-kept rentals and an accommodating, knowledgeable management team.
1904 Cole Mill Rd Ste 101, Durham, NC 27712
Durham Real Estate & Management is a Durham company managing single-family homes in Durham, Wake, Orange, Alamance and Granville counties, with tenant screening, leasing, rent collection, inspections and maintenance.
3511 Shannon Rd, Durham, NC 27707
Spruce Quality Rentals is a Durham company providing full-service management of residential rentals and investment consulting in Durham, Raleigh, Cary, Greensboro and Winston-Salem, with tenant placement, rent collection and maintenance.
In their words: “When you hire Spruce Quality Rentals, we will take care of everything so you can focus on what is most important.”
Review summary: Reviewers often mention quick responses, a proactive approach and help finding tenants, though recent reviews are mixed.
MLSullivan Property Management is a Durham company offering full-service management of single-family homes for investors across the Research Triangle, with tenant placement, rent collection, maintenance and inspections.
Review summary: Reviewers often mention responsive, easy-to-work-with staff, quick replies and clear communication.
107 Blackford Ct, Durham, NC 27712
Muscadine + Pine Property Management is an independently owned Durham real estate firm specializing in property management for real estate investments in Durham, Raleigh, Chapel Hill and surrounding areas.
Review summary: Reviewers often describe a knowledgeable, honest and helpful manager, for both rentals and HOA management.
3400 Croasdaile Dr Ste 206, Durham, NC 27705
Apple Realty is a Durham property management and real estate company serving the Triangle since 1993, managing single-family homes, duplexes to quadruplexes, apartments and student rentals in Durham, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Wake Forest and Cary.
In their words: “We offer the marketing, screening and leasing of rental properties for the hands on owner wanting to self manage.”
Review summary: Reviewers often mention a smooth rental process, attractive homes and responsive, helpful agents.
3500 Westgate Dr #800, Durham, NC 27707
Allenton Management is a Durham company managing single-family homes, townhomes, condominiums, small commercial office buildings and HOAs in Durham and Chapel Hill, with leasing, maintenance and inspections.
In their words: “We specialize in the management and leasing of single family homes, townhomes, condominiums, small commercial office buildings and homeowner associations.”
Review summary: Many reviewers, including long-time owners, describe a positive, professional experience, though some report poor experiences.
1901 Hillandale Rd Ste 100, Durham, NC 27705
West & Woodall Property Management is a Durham full-service company serving Central North Carolina since 2005, managing residential, townhome, HOA and commercial properties in the Triangle and Triad.
In their words: “A proactive approach coupled with prompt responsiveness make us the ideal management partner for tenants and property owners.”
Review summary: Reviewers often describe friendly, helpful staff and an easy rental process, with good handling of maintenance.
3600 N Duke St #1, Durham, NC 27704
Cloverleaf Management is a Durham company managing apartments and houses, offering a variety of property management contracts, tenant listing and leasing.
In their words: “We provide a variety of property management contracts to fit a variety of needs and budgets.”
1705 Waddell Ct, Durham, NC 27703
Holmes Pristine Properties is a Durham company specializing in property management, property acquisition and relocation services for businesses and individuals in the area.
Cherry Realty is a family-owned Durham real estate firm established in 1976, managing residential and commercial properties in Durham and nearby counties, with leasing and real estate sales.
In their words: “Whether you’re buying, selling, renting, or investing, our team is here to help you find the right fit and manage every detail with care.”
Review summary: Most reviewers describe a good renting experience with kind, prompt staff, including some long-time tenants.
5108 NC-55, Durham, NC 27713
Phoenix Realty & Property Management of Durham NC is a locally owned firm managing single-family homes in Durham, Raleigh, Cary, Morrisville and Apex, with in-house maintenance, online rent payment and a tenant portal.
Review summary: Many reviewers describe prompt, professional maintenance and responsive management, though some report problems with home conditions.
2828 Pickett Rd, Durham, NC 27705
Ticon Properties is a Durham apartment and commercial leasing company; its listing gives few further details about the properties or services it handles.
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Rents in Durham are $4 above the Durham County typical.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Rent rose in 9 of the last 12 months: +$50 in all since Oct 2025.
Green: rent went up that month. Grey: it went down.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Durham's typical asking rent is $4 (0.2%) above the county. The gap is about the same compared with a year ago.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Rents here usually rise most in March, May and June, so those are good months to list your rental.
Average change from the month before, 11 years of data.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Past growth, not a forecast. Rents can go down as well as up. Your own rent depends on the home, its condition and the lease.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
| City | Typical rent | 1 year | Managers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durham | $1,626 | +3.2% | 19 |
| Chapel Hill | $1,723 | +1.1% | 7 |
| Morrisville | $1,650 | +2.2% | 1 |
| Cary | $1,768 | +1.6% | 17 |
| Apex | $1,947 | +0.6% | 2 |
| Raleigh | $1,572 | +1.3% | 63 |
| Wake Forest | $1,798 | +2.9% | 2 |
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, data through September 2026. Managers listed: our directory, October 2026.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 2020-2024.
Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Fair Market Rents for fiscal year 2027, Durham-Chapel Hill, NC HUD Metro FMR Area. Used to set Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) limits.
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Compare the 19 property management companies in Durham, Durham County. Tick up to 3 to see them side by side, then request free quotes from all of them in one step. Highly rated managers based nearby, in Chapel Hill and Raleigh, are listed below the local companies.
Zillow's typical asking rent in Durham is $1,626 (September 2026); +3.2% over the past year and +15.8% over five years. About 47.7% of homes in Durham are rented, and the rental vacancy rate is 6.5% (Census, 2020-2024).
We list 19 property management companies in Durham, NC: 18 with an office in the city and 1 that serve the area from elsewhere or without a public office address.
Zillow's typical asking rent in Durham was $1,626 a month in September 2026, +3.2% on a year earlier.
Over the 11 years Zillow has tracked, asking rents here have risen most in March, May and June. Listing in those months can help, but every property is different.
Fees depend on the company, the property and the services you need, and few companies publish them. Ask for a written quote that lists the monthly fee, leasing fee and any other charges. You can request quotes from up to 3 managers at once on this page.
The default order, Best match, uses each company's Google rating adjusted for how many reviews it has, so a 4.8 rating from 100 reviews ranks above a 5.0 from 2. No company can pay for its position.
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