FULL SERVICE RENTAL MANAGEMENT
for the hands-off owner
leasing | marketing | management | finance | maintenance | compliance
Legal guidance + expertise
Client + resident relationship managers
In-house maintenance technicians
monthly + annual finance
Hand us the keys + we'll handle it all
Nest DC is a seasoned full-service management company We’ve spent 17 years caring for District of Columbia homes because we know you have better things to do than sweat maintenance, leasing and compliance. Think of us as your partner —handling everything from standout listings and 24/7 maintenance to the headache of regulatory paperwork.
When every step is smooth, trust builds. We deliver expert service, ensuring your residents feel at home so you feel at ease.
What's my investment?
Pricing: 8% (condos) or 10% (houses) of monthly rents,
plus a leasing fee (one month's rent) and maintenance fees/costs.
We're open about rates and proud of our services.
Our standards are high - our portfolio stands out and so do our clients.
- Rental prep | Walkthrough of property with prep recommendations. Paperwork and compliance initiation. Market research and rental range evaluation.
- Turnover / make-ready support | Comprehensive property checks and fixes—ensuring no wiggly doorknobs or malfunctioning air conditioners.
- Marketing collateral | Professional real estate photos and 3D imaging.
- Go to market | Get your property noticed with our multi-channel approach—listing on 40+ sites, buzzing social media, and local flare!
- Push listing to 40 market places including Zillow and Apartments.com
- Nest DC digital footprint Facebook (4k followers) - Instagram (2,000) - LinkedIn (2,100 followers)
- Content - Weekly Nestletter (22k subscribers) - Weekly blog - Youtube channel - FAQ - community town halls
- Nest DC website listing (20k monthly visitors)
- Street marketing - for rent signage, swag bags for new residents, community events, signage, branded cars, door hangers. Community clean-ups, office open houses, volunteering, sponsorships
- Community engagement and partnerships - Whitman-Walker Health - Bread for The City - DC Affordable Law Firm - Jubilee Housing - Federal City Council - Leadership Greater Washington - representation, partnerships with local business + non-profits and the birdSEED Foundation.
- Showings, screenings and negotiation | When a rental is competitively priced, it can rent within two weeks or less. We field interest, show the space, review applications, and prepare a lease. Things like price and pets can often be a point of negotiation. We're clear on all the legal considerations. We're in conversation with you all the way, but we do make sure we all follow the letter of the law for this process.
- Compliance guidance | If you are new to management and your rental is new to the market, we will guide you through the complex and hard to follow paperwork and regulatory environment. We're here to track, fair housing, licensure, regulations, local rental law and resident rights. So you don't have to. Because it's particularly hard to track DC law and regulations. Representation is critical and we're here to be your partner through this complex process.
- Signed lease and handoff | When the lease is signed, active management begins.
Property management is for the birds!
We agree.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use my own lease?
We have a carefully crafted, legally compliant lease protecting you and the residents. If you have concerns about our lease, we're happy to discuss those with you.
Do I have to pay extra for the photos?
Professional photos and Matterport 3d images are included in our marketing package. It's a point of pride that we're known for our gorgeous listings and collateral. We bring that expertise to your investment
Can I get a discount if I do the showings?
It's not worth it, lol. Coordinating with prospects alone could easily become the bane of your existence.
Can I help choose my tenants?
This is a potential Fair Housing violation and liability for you and us. Our job is to minimize your risk, not increase it.
When should I start working on this?
Plan on three months. From the time you begin the process, until you greet your new resident at the move-in walkthrough - there are necessary steps that take time. This includes city inspections, paperwork, and for District landlords, obtaining a Basic Business License
Are there any other fees?
Yes, there are other fees that you may have to may that are clearly laid out in our property management agreement schedule A. We are happy to share this with you a proposal.
