The best property manager
in Perth. Here is how to find one.
There are hundreds of property managers in Perth. Only one was named REIWA Residential Property Manager of the Year 2025 and recognised as a 2026 REIA National Finalist. This page explains what separates the best from the rest and why it matters for your investment.
What the best property managers in Perth actually have
Most Perth landlords focus on the headline management rate. The fee is only part of the picture. Here is what genuinely separates good property management from great.
WA tenancy law expertise
WA's rental laws changed significantly in 2024. Three reform phases covering rent increases, pet rules, minor modifications and bond release. Your manager must be across all of them.
✓ Local Property PartnersGenuine 24/7 availability
Most agencies advertise around-the-clock service. In practice, urgent calls route to an answering service with no authority to act. The best managers respond with real authority at any hour.
✓ Local Property PartnersTransparent, all-in fees
The headline rate rarely tells the full story. PCR fees, Final Bond Inspection charges, EOFY statement fees and admin charges can add $500 to $900 per year on top of the management rate.
✓ Local Property PartnersLow portfolio per manager
A property manager overseeing 150 properties cannot give every landlord meaningful attention. The best boutique agencies deliberately limit portfolio size to maintain service quality.
✓ Local Property PartnersProfessional tenant screening
Private landlords are limited to income checks and references. Licensed managers access national tenancy databases including rental history, defaults and court orders that are invisible to self-managers.
✓ Local Property PartnersDefensible documentation
A Property Condition Report done poorly is worse than none. The best managers produce timestamped, room-by-room photographic records that hold up at the Magistrates Court — not phone snapshots.
✓ Local Property PartnersLocal Property Partners vs traditional Perth agencies
Beyond the headline rate, here is what the comparison actually looks like when you factor in what is genuinely included.
| Feature | ✓ Local Property Partners | Large volume agencies | Budget flat-fee agencies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual oversight | ✓Founder directly involved every property | Delegated to junior staff | Automated, minimal personal contact |
| Management fee | ✓Scaled 8% down to 6% as rent increases | Flat 8.5% to 11% regardless of rent | Flat low rate but add-ons apply |
| PCR and Final Bond Inspection | ✓Both included at no charge | Often charged per tenancy ($200 to $350) | Varies, often charged separately |
| EOFY statements | ✓Included, no charge | Commonly $20 to $40 annually | Often included |
| 24/7 tenant availability | ✓Genuine concierge with authority to act | After-hours answering service, limited authority | Business hours primarily |
| Rent disbursement | ✓Same-day | End-of-month batch at most agencies | Varies by platform |
| Lock-in contracts | ✓No lock-in, retained by performance | Often required, varying exit terms | Often no lock-in |
| WA law compliance oversight | ✓Proactive, structured, documented | Variable across team members | Landlord often responsible |
| Industry recognition | ✓REIWA PM of the Year 2025, REIA National Finalist 2026 | Team-level awards | Typically unrecognised |
Fee comparisons are based on publicly available information and industry averages. Individual agency structures vary. Always request a full written fee schedule before signing a management agreement.
Perth's most awarded individual property manager
The REIWA Residential Property Manager of the Year is the peak individual recognition in WA property management. It is assessed on compliance standards, landlord outcomes, tenant management, professional development and innovation.
Questions every Perth landlord should ask before choosing a manager
The best property managers welcome these questions. Use them to compare agencies side by side before signing anything.
- ?Who specifically will manage my property day to day? Is it the principal or a junior staff member? How many properties are they responsible for?
- ?What is the full fee schedule including all extras? Ask specifically about PCR, Final Bond Inspection, EOFY statements, admin fees, invoice processing and arrears charges.
- ?What does 24/7 availability actually mean? Does an urgent call reach someone with authority to coordinate a repair, or does it go to an answering service?
- ?How do you screen tenants? Do you access national tenancy databases? What checks are completed beyond income verification?
- ?What does your Property Condition Report look like? Is it completed by an experienced manager with timestamped photos? Can you see an example?
- ?How are rent increases handled? Are you across the WA 12-month limit rule, Form 10 requirements and 60-day notice obligations under the 2024 reforms?
- ?What are the exit terms? Is there a lock-in contract? What notice period is required and are there any termination fees?
Real reviews from real landlords
Every review on Google is five stars. Here is what landlords say about working with Local Property Partners.
"From the beginning, she made the leasing process straightforward and stress-free. Maintenance requests are handled promptly and we always feel informed and supported."
"She consistently attends to details, follows up proactively, and manages the property with genuine ownership. It is rare to find someone who does so with such dedication."
"Next day payments are such a blessing. And all these are standard inclusions, no extra fees. Daria's honesty and reliability — she is genuine and acts with integrity."
Frequently asked questions about property management in Perth
The best property manager depends on your priorities. For landlords who want individual oversight, transparent fees and 24/7 genuine availability, Local Property Partners — led by REIWA Residential Property Manager of the Year 2025 Daria Tedling — is consistently rated five stars and operates with no lock-in contracts. Learn more about Daria →
The best property managers in Perth handle tenant screening and selection using national databases, prepare legally defensible Property Condition Reports, manage maintenance proactively, stay current on WA tenancy law, disburse rent promptly, conduct inspections with proper written records and communicate with landlords consistently. Get started with Local Property Partners →
Management fees in Perth typically range from 6% to 11% of weekly rent. Local Property Partners uses a scaled rate starting at 8% and reducing to 6% for higher-value properties. Unlike most agencies there are no charges for Property Condition Reports, Final Bond Inspections, EOFY statements or admin fees. See our full fee structure →
Most large Perth agencies advertise 24/7 availability but route after-hours calls to answering services with no authority to act on maintenance or urgent issues. Local Property Partners provides genuine 24/7 tenant concierge — urgent issues are handled immediately in line with WA tenancy law requirements, which specify a 24-hour response timeframe for urgent repairs.
Switching property managers in Perth is usually more straightforward than landlords expect. You need to review your current management agreement for notice periods, serve the required notice in writing, and your new manager handles the file transfer. Local Property Partners manages the entire transition process. How switching works →
Daria Tedling was named REIWA Residential Property Manager of the Year 2025, the peak individual award in Western Australian property management. She is also a 2026 REIA National Awards for Excellence Finalist, placing her among the top individual property managers in Australia. See our full award history →
For most Perth landlords, professional management is worth it. A manager provides access to tenant databases unavailable to private landlords, handles WA compliance obligations that are increasingly complex, coordinates maintenance within legal timeframes, and generally produces better tenant retention and fewer disputes. Management fees are also tax deductible as a rental property expense. Take our self-managing check →
Large volume agencies manage hundreds or thousands of properties per manager, which can dilute individual attention. Boutique specialist agencies like Local Property Partners deliberately limit portfolio size so each landlord receives genuine oversight from an experienced manager rather than being passed to junior staff. The trade-off is that boutique agencies may not have the same brand name recognition, but they often deliver higher service quality per property.
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Information on this page is general in nature and reflects publicly available data as at March 2026. Fee comparisons use industry averages and publicly disclosed schedules. Individual agency structures vary. Always request a written fee schedule before signing a management agreement. This page does not constitute a recommendation of any specific agency other than Local Property Partners. WA Consumer Protection rent reforms.