Leasing Agent Jobs

A Leasing Agent, also known as a Property Leasing Consultant, plays a crucial role in the real estate industry. They are responsible for finding tenants for vacant properties, showing the property to potential tenants, and negotiating lease agreements. They work closely with property owners to determine rental rates and contract terms, conduct background checks and credit reports on prospective tenants, and ensure all leasing paperwork is completed accurately and in a timely manner. Leasing Agents also handle tenant complaints and coordinate with maintenance staff to resolve issues.

To become a successful Leasing Agent, one should have excellent communication and negotiation skills, be detail-oriented, and have a good understanding of the local real estate market. A high school diploma or equivalent is typically required, though some employers prefer a bachelor's degree in real estate, business, or a related field. Some states require Leasing Agents to be licensed, which typically involves completing a specific number of real estate courses and passing a licensing exam. Prior to becoming a Leasing Agent, one might work as a Real Estate Sales Agent, Property Manager, or Customer Service Representative in the real estate industry to gain relevant experience.

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Leasing Consultant - Velo Forest Hills

  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago

, Leases, Multifamily, Apartments, Resident Retention, Yardi, Sales, Hospitality, Hotel, Concierge, Guest Relations, Customer Relations, Front Desk, Leasing Agent #AFIA1234 Location : City: Boston Location...

Leasing Consultant - Madison Park

  • Thornton, CO
  • 60+ days ago
  • Thornton, CO
  • 60+ days ago

Simpson Housing is an Equal Opportunity Employer Job type: Full-time Schedule: Day shift, Weekend availability Keyword Search: Real Estate, Leasing, Leases, Multifamily, Apartments, Resident Retention...

Leasing Consultant - Icon at Ross

  • Sachse, TX
  • 12 days ago
  • Sachse, TX
  • 12 days ago

Simpson Housing is an Equal Opportunity Employer Job type: Full-time Schedule: Day shift, Weekend availability Keyword Search: Real Estate, Leasing, Leases, Multifamily, Apartments, Resident Retention...

Leasing Consultant

  • Lees Summit, MO
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lees Summit, MO
  • 30+ days ago

units and leasing documents in accordance with Company and Fair Housing guidelines.A A Prepares all new leases and lease renewals, processes lease application paperwork for the approval of the Community...

Leasing Consultant - Artisan Station

  • Suwanee, GA
  • 11 days ago
  • Suwanee, GA
  • 11 days ago

Simpson Housing is an Equal Opportunity Employer Job type: Full-time Schedule: Day shift, Weekend availability Keyword Search: Real Estate, Leasing, Leases, Multifamily, Apartments, Resident Retention...

BHOM Leasing Consultant- Seasonal

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 2 days ago

Leasing Consultant The Seasonal Leasing Consultant will market and lease apartments in accordance with policies and procedures outlined by management....

BHOM Leasing Consultant

  • Eugene, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Eugene, OR
  • 2 days ago

Consultant The Leasing Consultant will market and lease apartments in accordance with policies and procedures outlined by management....

Leasing Consultant - Part time

  • Bedford, TX
  • 11 days ago
  • Bedford, TX
  • 11 days ago

units and leasing documents in accordance with Company and Fair Housing guidelines.A A Prepares all new leases and lease renewals, processes lease application paperwork for the approval of the Community...

Leasing Manager

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 30+ days ago

strategies and supervising and training Leasing Consultants to ensure adherence with Company policies and Fair Housing guidelines....

Leasing Consultant

  • Puyallup, WA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Puyallup, WA
  • 1 hour ago

Pro-active problem solver with the ability to follow company policies, mystery shop guidelines, and fair housing laws. Driven team player looking to bring positive energy to the team....

Bilingual Leasing Consultant

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 hour ago

Our team is interviewing professional leasing candidates that are experienced with apartment leasing & marketing, resident retention and relationship building....

Floating Leasing Consultant

  • Maumelle, AR
  • 1 hour ago
  • Maumelle, AR
  • 1 hour ago

Adhere to all company policies including but not limited to safety and Fair Housing. Other job duties as assigned....

Leasing Agent (Louisville, KY 40299)

  • Louisville, KY
  • 4 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 4 hours ago

Winterwood, Inc., a family-owned property management company with 4 5 years of experience, is seeking a full-time Leasing Agent to join our team in Louisville, KY....

Leasing Professional - Birchway Sherman - Lease Up

  • Sherman, TX
  • 11 hours ago
  • Sherman, TX
  • 11 hours ago

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY This position is responsible for coordinating the communitys marketing, leasing, and renewal strategies to achieve occupancy, revenue, and resident retention goals by performing...

Regional Leasing Specialist

  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 15 hours ago

Housing guidelines We offer a competitive salary, 3 weeks PTO, employer paid medical and dental insurance, 401K, FSA, annual merit increases, bonuses....

Leasing Agent Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Accounting for Leases
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Salary for Leasing Agent Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRealEstate research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Leasing Agent positions.



Highest Education Level

Leasing Agents offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
37.4%
High School or GED
19.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.4%
Associate's Degree
14.2%
Master's Degree
9.6%
Some College
3.0%
Doctorate Degree
1.6%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Leasing Agents
None
71.4%
2-4 years
9.5%
Less than 1 year
9.5%
1-2 years
4.8%
10+ years
4.8%



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