Property Management Companies in Knightdale, NC

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7managers listed
4.2★average Google rating
$1,698typical rent · +2.5% in a year
35.3%of homes rented
$380,100median home value

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7 property managers in Knightdale

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  • Lacy Management

    100+ Google reviews4.6★ from 623 Google reviews; newest reviews average 5.0★. Score = rating adjusted for review count. Read all reviews on Google

    Serves Knightdale · office in Raleigh

    4004 Barrett Dr Ste 202, Raleigh, NC 27609

    4.6 (623 Google reviews)Recently reviewed

    Lacy Management is a Raleigh company leasing and managing single-family homes and townhomes in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Morrisville and Apex, with tenant placement, rent collection, maintenance and land development.

    In their words: “We are a comprehensive property leasing and management firm, focusing on single-family homes and townhomes.”

    Review summary: Reviewers often mention responsive staff, quick replies and capable maintenance technicians for repairs.

  • The Management House

    Serves Knightdale · office in Raleigh

    707 W North St, Raleigh, NC 27603

    4.6 (5 Google reviews)

    The Management House is a Raleigh company offering end-to-end management of residential properties in Raleigh, Cary, Apex, Durham and Holly Springs, with marketing, tenant screening, rent collection, inspections and maintenance.

    In their words: “We are uniquely qualified to manage your home, and the vetted subcontractors we hire are chosen as much for their professionalism as their perfectionism.”

    Review summary: Reviewers describe good communication and issues being fixed in a timely way.

  • Neuse River Asset Management

    Serves Knightdale · office in Raleigh

    4801 Glenwood Ave Ste 200-10, Raleigh, NC 27612

    4.4 (13 Google reviews)Recently reviewed

    Neuse River Asset Management is a Raleigh company managing single-family rentals in Raleigh, Durham, Wake Forest, Knightdale and Zebulon, with tenant placement, screening, marketing, lease drafting and inspections.

    Review summary: Most reviewers describe an attentive, helpful and responsive property manager who communicates well.

  • Southern Group Property Management

    Serves Knightdale · office in Raleigh

    15 E Martin St, Raleigh, NC 27601

    4.3 (62 Google reviews)Recently reviewed

    Southern Group Property Management is a Raleigh family business managing single-family homes in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary and Apex, with leasing, tenant screening, inspections and an in-house maintenance and renovation team.

    In their words: “We have an in house maintenance team who can take care of repairs quickly & renovate your new investments at a great value.”

    Review summary: Most reviewers, including many owners, describe a responsive, professional team with quick, fairly priced maintenance.

  • Horizon Management Company

    Serves Knightdale · office in Raleigh

    8394 Six Forks Rd #201, Raleigh, NC 27615

    4.3 (57 Google reviews)

    Horizon Management Company is a Raleigh company managing apartments, single-family homes and duplexes in Apex, Cary, Durham, Fuquay-Varina and Garner, with leasing and 24/7 maintenance.

    Review summary: Reviewers often mention friendly, polite and responsive staff and a good renting experience.

  • Tapper Management Group

    742 McKnight Dr, Knightdale, NC 27545

    3.7 (3 Google reviews)

    Tapper Management Group is a Knightdale company renting residential properties and managing a homeowners association; its listing gives few further details about the services it offers.

  • Metro Property Management

    🏅 20+ years in business

    Serves Knightdale · office in Raleigh

    1100 Logger Ct Ste d-102, Raleigh, NC 27609

    3.5 (51 Google reviews)

    Metro Property Management is a Raleigh company founded in 1988, managing single-family homes and multifamily rentals in Raleigh, Wake County, Apex, Cary and Fuquay-Varina, with leasing and maintenance.

    In their words: “We offer single family homes and multifamily rentals and help you craft the exact service package to meet your investment management needs.”

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Knightdale rental market

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Rent pulse

Typical asking rent$1,698a month in Knightdale
1-year change+2.5%county +1.3%
5-year change+21.3%county +11.5%
vs county+$39county typical $1,659

Rents in Knightdale are $39 above the Wake County typical.

Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.

12-month momentum

Rent rose in 7 of the last 12 months: +$41 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.

Rent over time

$1,300$1,400$1,500$1,600$1,70020222023202420252026
KnightdaleWake County

Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.

City premium over county

Now
+$39
1 year ago
+$20
5 years ago
−$88

Knightdale's typical asking rent is $39 (2.4%) above the county. The gap is growing compared with a year ago.

Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.

Wake County rent ladder

Knightdale is number 9 of 11 cities in the county by typical asking rent.

  1. Zebulon$1,951+3.0%
  2. Apex$1,947+0.6%
  3. Holly Springs$1,890+2.3%
  4. Fuquay-Varina$1,875+2.0%
  5. Garner$1,853+0.8%
  6. Wendell$1,802−2.5%
  7. Wake Forest$1,798+2.9%
  8. Cary$1,768+1.6%
  9. Knightdale$1,698+2.5%
  10. Morrisville$1,650+2.2%
  11. Raleigh$1,572+1.3%

Cities with at least 13 months of Zillow data. Linked cities have their own page.

Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed, 1-year change. Data through September 2026.

Best months to list

Rents here usually rise most in April, May and June, so those are good months to list your rental.

  1. Jan+0.03%
  2. Feb+0.19%
  3. Mar+0.80%
  4. Apr+1.25%
  5. May+1.29%
  6. Jun+1.01%
  7. Jul+0.51%
  8. Aug+0.37%
  9. Sep+0.21%
  10. Oct−0.06%
  11. Nov−0.09%
  12. Dec−0.08%

Average change from the month before, 5 years of data.

Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.

Rental income growth calculator

In 1 year at 2.47% (last year's local growth)–
In 5 years at 3.94% a year (5-year local average)–

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.

Rent in nearby cities

CityTypical rent1 yearManagers
Knightdale$1,698+2.5%7
Raleigh$1,572+1.3%63
Clayton$1,797+2.0%5
Garner$1,853+0.8%3
Wake Forest$1,798+2.9%2
Cary$1,768+1.6%17
Morrisville$1,650+2.2%1

Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, data through September 2026. Managers listed: our directory, October 2026.

More local facts for owners

Renters and vacancy

35.3%of homes in Knightdale are rented (2,683 households)
Rental vacancy rate
6.6%
County vacancy rate
8.9%
Median rent paid
$1,674
Median home value
$380,100

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 2020-2024.

HUD Fair Market Rents

Studio$1,489
1 bedroom$1,552
2 bedrooms$1,689
3 bedrooms$2,103
4 bedrooms$2,823

Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Fair Market Rents for fiscal year 2027, Raleigh-Cary, NC MSA. Used to set Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) limits.

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Property management in Knightdale

Compare the 7 property management companies in Knightdale, Wake County. Tick up to 3 to see them side by side, then request free quotes from all of them in one step.

Zillow's typical asking rent in Knightdale is $1,698 (September 2026); +2.5% over the past year and +21.3% over five years. About 35.3% of homes in Knightdale are rented, and the rental vacancy rate is 6.6% (Census, 2020-2024).

Knightdale property management FAQ

How many property management companies are in Knightdale?

We list 7 property management companies in Knightdale, NC: 1 with an office in the city and 6 that serve the area from elsewhere or without a public office address.

What is the typical rent in Knightdale?

Zillow's typical asking rent in Knightdale was $1,698 a month in September 2026, +2.5% on a year earlier.

When is the best time to list a rental in Knightdale?

Over the 5 years Zillow has tracked, asking rents here have risen most in April, May and June. Listing in those months can help, but every property is different.

How much do property managers charge in Knightdale?

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.

How do you rank the companies?

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.

Is it free to request quotes?

Yes. Requesting quotes is free for property owners and there is no obligation to hire anyone.

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