Property Management Companies in Lancaster, OH

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4managers listed
3.8★average Google rating
$1,226typical rent · +4.1% in a year
40.9%of homes rented
$193,900median home value

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4 property managers in Lancaster

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  • Red Door Equities Management

    ★ Highly Recommended · 100+ reviews4.9★ from 163 Google reviews; newest reviews average 4.6★. Score = rating adjusted for review count. Read all reviews on Google

    721 Union St, Lancaster, OH 43130

    4.9 (163 Google reviews)Recently reviewed

    Red Door Equities Management, based in Lancaster, manages single-family homes, multi-family property and small apartment buildings in Lancaster, Pickaway County, Circleville, Newark and Chillicothe, with leasing, rent collection, lease enforcement and accounting.

    In their words: “We provide intuitive and process-driven property management in Lancaster that covers everything from rent collection to lease enforcement to accounting and resident relationships.”

    Review summary: Most reviewers mention a helpful, polite maintenance team, quick repairs and an easy process.

  • Focus Realty and Management

    117 W Main St Ste 207, Lancaster, OH 43130

    4.1 (99 Google reviews)Recently reviewed

    Focus Realty and Management, based in Lancaster, manages single-family homes and apartments in Central Ohio, including Fairfield and Licking Counties, Buckeye Lake, Newark, Circleville and Pataskala, with tenant placement and rent collection.

    In their words: “Whether you’re an established investor or just starting, our dedicated team of real estate professionals is here to help you succeed and thrive.”

    Review summary: Reviewers often mention friendly, honest staff, good communication and maintenance requests completed quickly.

  • One Management

    121 E 5th Ave #1, Lancaster, OH 43130

    3.0 (33 Google reviews)

    One Management, based in Lancaster, manages apartments, multi-plexes, condos, single-family homes and vacation rentals in Fairfield and Hocking Counties, offering leasing, tenant screening, record keeping and bill paying.

    In their words: “Let us take care of all the logistics of management so you don't have to.”

  • Fairfield Homes

    🏅 20+ years in business

    603 W Wheeling St, Lancaster, OH 43130

    3.0 (66 Google reviews)

    Fairfield Homes, based in Lancaster and founded in 1947, develops, builds and manages multifamily and affordable housing communities in Central Ohio and the Midwest, including third-party management for other owners.

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Lancaster rental market

Get the latest rental and real estate data on the Lancaster market. We update these charts with the latest data on the 22nd of each month.

Rent pulse

Typical asking rent$1,226a month in Lancaster
1-year change+4.1%county +3.6%
5-year change+48.1%county +27.2%
vs county−$336county typical $1,562

Rents in Lancaster are $336 below the Fairfield 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 6 of the last 12 months: +$48 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

$750$1,000$1,250$1,500$1,75020222023202420252026
LancasterFairfield County

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

City premium over county

Now
−$336
1 year ago
−$330
5 years ago
−$400

Lancaster's typical asking rent is $336 (21.5%) below 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.

Fairfield County rent ladder

Lancaster is number 4 of 4 cities in the county by typical asking rent.

  1. Canal Winchester$2,158+5.4%
  2. Pickerington$1,965+3.5%
  3. Reynoldsburg$1,585+3.1%
  4. Lancaster$1,226+4.1%

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 July, so those are good months to list your rental.

  1. Jan+0.24%
  2. Feb−0.04%
  3. Mar+0.85%
  4. Apr+1.76%
  5. May+2.38%
  6. Jun+0.85%
  7. Jul+1.07%
  8. Aug+0.58%
  9. Sep+0.94%
  10. Oct−0.63%
  11. Nov−0.10%
  12. Dec+0.09%

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 4.07% (last year's local growth)–
In 5 years at 8.17% 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
Lancaster$1,226+4.1%4
Columbus$1,471+2.7%41
Upper Arlington$1,965+1.1%2
Dublin$1,732+2.0%8
Powell$2,480+7.9%4
Mansfield$852+5.8%3
Beavercreek$1,764+3.5%3

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

40.9%of homes in Lancaster are rented (6,889 households)
Rental vacancy rate
5.9%
County vacancy rate
6.7%
Median rent paid
$1,083
Median home value
$193,900

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

HUD Fair Market Rents

Studio$1,258
1 bedroom$1,346
2 bedrooms$1,602
3 bedrooms$1,909
4 bedrooms$2,172

Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Fair Market Rents for fiscal year 2027, Columbus, OH HUD Metro FMR Area. Used to set Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) limits.

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Property management in Lancaster

Compare the 4 property management companies in Lancaster, Fairfield 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 Lancaster is $1,226 (September 2026); +4.1% over the past year and +48.1% over five years. About 40.9% of homes in Lancaster are rented, and the rental vacancy rate is 5.9% (Census, 2020-2024).

Lancaster property management FAQ

How many property management companies are in Lancaster?

We list 4 property management companies in Lancaster, OH.

What is the typical rent in Lancaster?

Zillow's typical asking rent in Lancaster was $1,226 a month in September 2026, +4.1% on a year earlier.

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

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

How much do property managers charge in Lancaster?

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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