5 Best Property Management Companies in Philadelphia (2026)

Ranked by real Google ratings and review volume · How we chose

By Lorian Hartfield, Real Estate and Financial Expert · ✓ Updated October 2026 · 8 min read

We compared 20 property management companies in Philadelphia on Google Maps · 5 listed · How we rank

Hand a property manager the keys and you hand over rent collection, repairs and your tenants' goodwill. The property management companies in Philadelphia on this page run from 4.0 to 4.8 stars across 2,636 Google reviews, a gap of 0.8 of a star, and the review base behind each rating differs just as much, from 246 to 891. Many of those reviews come from renters and leasing clients rather than owners, which is worth keeping in mind as you read them.

Short answer: Otter Property Management ranks first with 4.8 stars across 628 Google reviews. Bay Property Management Group Philadelphia has the most reviews here at 891 with a 4.4 rating, and PhillyLiving Management Group is at 4.5 on 474. Bay's own site quotes full-service management at 5-8% monthly; ask every company for its fee schedule in writing.

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Management Companies, Ranked on the Data

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Otter Property Management	4.8 ★	628	Highest rating, rental leasing	View ›
2	Bay Property Management Group Philadelphia	4.4 ★	891	Large portfolio, owners and tenants	View ›
3	PhillyLiving Management Group	4.5 ★	474	Center City condos and investors	View ›
4	Skyline Property Management	4.5 ★	246	Owner-side maintenance and rents	View ›
5	The HOW Group Property Management	4.0 ★	397	Apartment buildings across the city	View ›

5 Best Property Management Companies in Philadelphia (2026)

The companies in detail

#1 Overall🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Otter Property Management

4.8628 Google reviews

Otter Property Management is a Philadelphia property management company at 1728 Ridge Ave, open weekdays. Google lists it only as a property management company, and its website text wasn't available to us. Reviewers describe viewings and leasing for rental houses and apartments, and the company's own replies refer to leasing and property management for residents in Philadelphia.

What people praise

Viewings described as simple and well organized
The office answered quickly when a visitor called
Leasing team called professional, welcoming and responsive
Residents describe a spacious apartment at a reasonable rent

Worth knowing

Some tenant reviews raise billing, maintenance and move-in condition disputes that the company publicly contests

Reputation scorecardrank in Philadelphia

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume628 · 93rd

Confidencehigh

Recency7 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown89% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A 4.8 on 628 reviews, the highest rating on the page. Bay Property Management Group Philadelphia has more reviews, but at 4.4. If you're an owner, ask how the company handles billing disputes.

Website +1215-860-3600 Directions

1728 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19130

#2🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Bay Property Management Group Philadelphia

4.4891 Google reviews

Bay Property Management Group Philadelphia is a full-service residential and multi-family manager at 1080 N Delaware Ave, Suite 506, that also offers HOA management. Its website says it manages 8,000 units, reports an eviction rate under 1% and 17 years in business, and cites fees of 5-8% monthly. Google also lists it as an apartment rental agency and property maintenance provider.

What people praise

Owners describe clear communication and prompt maintenance handling
Tenants praise responsive property managers by name
A renter received a larger share of the security deposit than expected
Partial rent refunds and appliance replacements mentioned by a tenant

Worth knowing

Reviews suggest the experience depends on the individual property manager assigned

Reputation scorecardrank in Philadelphia

Rating4.4 / 5

Review volume891 · 98th

Confidencehigh

Recency7 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown79% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The largest review base here at 891, and a 4.4 rating that reflects a broader mix of experiences. A reasonable choice for owners who want scale; the figures on its site are the company's own claims.

Website +1267-244-7215 Directions

1080 N Delaware Ave #506, Philadelphia, PA 19125

#3🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

PhillyLiving Management Group

4.5474 Google reviews

PhillyLiving Management Group is a second-generation, family-owned company established in 1982 at 2401 Walnut St, Suite 201. Its site lists leasing, single-family, multi-family and condo and HOA management, buying and selling, and a moving concierge, and says it serves Center City community associations, individual investors and larger portfolio managers.

What people praise

Reviewers praise a leasing agent for quick replies and clear explanations of contract terms
Renters say apartment searches were efficient, even on a one-weekend timeline
Approvals described as fast
Wide service menu for owners and associations

Worth knowing

The reviews we sampled focus on renting through the company's agent rather than owner-side management

Reputation scorecardrank in Philadelphia

Rating4.5 / 5

Review volume474 · 83rd

Confidencehigh

Recency3 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown85% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: 4.5 on 474 reviews. The evidence leans toward its leasing side, so owners should ask for references from managed-property clients.

Website +1215-545-7007 Directions

2401 Walnut St #201, Philadelphia, PA 19103

#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Skyline Property Management

4.5246 Google reviews

Skyline Property Management is a property management and real estate company at 311 Bainbridge St. Its website text wasn't available to us. Owner reviewers describe maintenance management, multiple contractor bids and rent comparisons, and some have worked with the company since 2013.

What people praise

An owner of long standing praises quick communication and contractor bids
Rent comps help owners adjust rents and keep tenants
Vendors describe a responsive, organized team
Reviews mention thorough final inspections before move-in

Worth knowing

Several sampled reviews come from owners and vendor partners rather than tenants
The newest reviews on file are from about 11 months ago

Reputation scorecardrank in Philadelphia

Rating4.5 / 5

Review volume246 · 73rd

Confidencemoderate

Recency11 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown85% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A 4.5 on 246 reviews, the smallest base here. Praise comes mainly from owners, so renters should read tenant reviews carefully before signing.

Website +1215-800-1762 Directions

311 Bainbridge St #1Fl, Philadelphia, PA 19147

#5🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

The HOW Group Property Management

4.0397 Google reviews

The HOW Group Property Management, at 3221 Spring Garden St, offers apartments in neighborhoods its site names as Kensington, East Falls, Fishtown, Northern Liberties and Fairmount. It describes high-quality, affordable housing with online applications, e-signed leases and a tenant portal.

What people praise

A leasing agent was praised for flexible, thorough tours
Renters call the leasing process smooth and responsive
One tenant says rent was reduced after a unit wasn't move-in ready
The company responds publicly to reviews

Worth knowing

Some current tenants report slow maintenance follow-up and communication gaps

Reputation scorecardrank in Philadelphia

Rating4 / 5

Review volume397 · 78th

Confidencemoderate

Recency6 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown67% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A 4.0 on 397 reviews, the lowest rating on the page. Leasing feedback is strong, but maintenance experiences vary, so ask current tenants in your building.

Website +1484-904-1111 Directions

3221 Spring Garden St, Philadelphia, PA 19104

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How we read the numbers

The scores on this page use public Google data as of the verified date. Rating is the live star average, and review volume is how many people rated the company. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, and recency shows how recently reviews arrived. No company can pay to change these numbers.

What property management typically costs in Philadelphia (2026)

Managers usually charge a monthly percentage of collected rent, often alongside a leasing fee and charges for maintenance coordination or renewals. We haven’t published a general range because we can’t source a reliable local one. Bay Property Management Group Philadelphia states 5-8% monthly on its own website; ask every company for a full fee schedule in writing.

Managers across Philadelphia’s neighborhoods

The companies here operate from Ridge Avenue, North Delaware Avenue, Walnut Street, Bainbridge Street and Spring Garden Street. If you’re searching for a property manager near me, The HOW Group’s site lists buildings in Kensington, East Falls, Fishtown, Northern Liberties and Fairmount, and Bay’s reviews mention the Blue Bell and Norristown area.

Before signing a management agreement

What’s your fee, and what other charges apply?
How are repairs approved and billed?
What’s your process for screening tenants and handling late rent?
Who will be my point of contact, and how fast do you reply?
How do I end the agreement if I’m unhappy?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these property management companies?

We started with Philadelphia property managers that have a public Google profile, then ranked them on rating, review volume, consistency and recency.

Are these rankings paid?

Businesses marked Featured Partner have a paid listing with us. Ratings and review counts are the real Google numbers and are never edited.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (October 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Are these reviews from owners or tenants?

Mostly renters and leasing clients, with some owners and vendors. Skyline Property Management’s sampled reviews include owner and vendor praise, while Otter and The HOW Group are mostly judged by tenants. Consider who is speaking when you read a rating.

Do property managers in Philadelphia charge a percentage of rent?

Many do. Bay Property Management Group Philadelphia states a 5-8% monthly fee on its website. We can’t confirm what the others charge, so ask each for a written schedule.

The takeaway

Otter Property Management is the safest default on rating, while Bay Property Management Group Philadelphia is the option to check if you want a larger operation. Whichever you pick, read the management agreement’s fee and termination terms first.

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