Washington DC property management company with 30+ years of experience, 0 evictions, and an avg. 19-day vacancy time. Free rental analysis from Gordon James Realty.
Curious about what you can make from renting your property? We begin our partnership by preparing and pricing your property for rent. You’ll receive a detailed market analysis, recommending the best possible rental price based on current market conditions, the amenities of the property, and its current condition. With our knowledge of the Washington, D.C. rental market and our knack for competitive pricing, you can be confident that you’re getting the most out of your property.
We design customized advertising and marketing campaigns featuring professional, wide-angle photographs that highlight your property’s strengths and amenities. We allow you to expose your property to the largest pool of qualified tenants possible, with an advertisement published on 13 different targeted websites.
We use the most advanced marketing tools and scheduling automation to respond to tenants quickly. From the time you say go, we work quickly to get the marketing campaign up and running.
Through an in-depth screening process using TransUnion, we help you find qualified, responsible tenants to ensure a profitable and headache-free owner experience. We take care of any negotiation and lease details on your behalf, so your interests are protected at every step of the process.
Well-maintained homes lead to happier tenants and owners. Preventative maintenance is the key to maintaining long lasting relationships with our tenants and owners, just as repairs and improvements are the key to maintaining and increasing your investment’s value. If repair work is necessary, you have access to our vetted network of reliable vendors and our in-house maintenance staff. We coordinate and handle the project from start to finish – so you don’t have to.
You’ll have access to detailed move-in and move out evaluations of the property using our custom built inspection software – giving accurate and up-to-date documentation of your property’s condition.
We ensure your property is move-in ready for the next tenant – even when there’s a 24-hour window.
Stay up to date on your investment’s performance with monthly financial statements. Your statements are accessible through a secured online owner portal built on the Salesforce platform. The easy to understand online financial statements provides a clear view into income, expenses, and maintenance activity for your property all in one place.
Our customized approach, local expertise, and responsive communication help property owners and investors maximize returns with confidence — while we handle the leasing, maintenance, compliance, and reporting.
Gordon James Realty is a Washington DC residential property management company with over 30 years of combined experience serving property owners across DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland. We specialize in managing single-family homes, condominiums, and multi-family properties, delivering consistent results through best-in-class technology and a deeply experienced management team.
Our average vacancy time is 19 days. We charge a monthly management fee between 7% and 8.5% with no fee during vacancies. We have never had a successful eviction filed against a tenant we placed, and we respond to maintenance requests around the clock. When you work with Gordon James Realty, you're not just hiring a property manager — you're gaining a trusted partner committed to protecting your investment across the DC metro area.
We begin our partnership by preparing and pricing your property for rent. Gordon James Realty performs a detailed market analysis, recommending the best possible rental price based on current market conditions, the amenities of the property, and its current condition. Additionally, we may recommend repairs and improvements that would increase your return on investment. With our knowledge of the Washington, D.C. rental market and our knack for competitive pricing, we have filled vacant rental properties in as few as 5 days.
We design polished, customized advertising and marketing campaigns featuring professional, wide-angle photographs that highlight your property’s strengths and amenities. To expose your property to the largest pool of qualified tenants possible, we publish an advertisement for your property on 13 different targeted websites. We typically respond within 15 minutes to prospective tenants and schedule showings at times that are best suited for them.
Once interested tenants have seen your property, they fill out an online application. We then check the applicants’ credit histories, conduct thorough criminal background checks, perform employment verifications, and consult prior landlord references to ensure we find the most qualified tenant for your property. This entire process is facilitated by best-in-class software to guarantee speed and accuracy in our reports.
We handle the move-in and move-out process from start to finish. First, we inspect and document the property’s initial condition using photographs or video. Then, tenants complete and sign a Statement of Condition form verifying the home’s state at move-in time. When tenants move out, we conduct another inspection, document any damages tenants are liable for, and charge them for the required repairs.
Your tenants have access to their unique online account where they can view past, current, and future charges. To ensure compliance with D.C. law, after they make payments, they can print a receipt for their records.
We offer two marketing and leasing package options to fit our owners’ needs.
The staff at Gordon James Realty are experts in the industry. One of the major benefits of quality property management is having someone you trust to take care of all the details. With over 30 years of combined real estate experience, and our continued investment in technology and better systems, our customer satisfaction is one of the highest in the industry.
We manage properties for many types of clients — from seasoned investors who own multiple properties to individual homeowners renting their home for the first time. Our clients include property owners living overseas as members of the military or foreign service, remote owners managing from out of state, portfolio-minded investors growing across DC, Virginia, and Maryland, and local owners who want to stop carrying the operational burden themselves.
Our property management clients own single-family homes, condominiums, small multifamily properties, and mixed-use assets in the DC metro area, including Washington DC, Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, Tysons, Bethesda, Potomac, and Silver Spring. Whether you own one rental or several, Gordon James serves as your trusted management partner throughout the relationship.
Looking for investor-specific management support? Explore our Investor Services →
Gordon James Realty gets results with our professional property management services. But don’t take our word for it – read what our clients have to say about our skills and responsive service.
The staff is always responsive to my inquiries, and they take care of any maintenance issues promptly. They also do a great job of screening tenants.
I highly recommend their property management services! Their team is professional and replies to all emails and requests promptly and completely.
They have helped me find two tenants, advised me on the regulatory requirements in D.C. and, crucially, suggested adequate market prices my property.
I highly recommend Gordon James Realty and have worked with them for almost 10 years now. They have been a reliable property management company.
This team has done an incredible job of managing our property. They are extremely responsive and organized, and have always resolved issues quickly and expertly.
It's not easy to have customers like me that live overseas, but they manage my property well. Without them, it would be impossible to keep my property while away.
Tenants can go online anytime to request routine maintenance or report problems. The online system is not only easier for them, but allows you to view any requests submitted.
Rent is paid directly to our office, so we ensure that it is collected on time and that delinquencies are dealt with immediately. Tenants are able to pay rent through their own online portal, so rent payments are deposited into your account right away.
Your tenants will have access to their own online account where they can view past, current, and future charges in a simple, user-friendly ledger.
We conduct formal property inspections during the move-in and move-out process. Every inspection includes detailed photographs, along with additional spot checks. Our thorough tenant vetting process ensures responsible residents, but we take our obligation to be your eyes and ears seriously.
We handle all inspections and maintenance needed after a tenant vacates the premises, ensuring your property is ready for the next resident.
We pay all of our contractors directly, recording and classifying all expenses in your owner ledger so that tax season is painless. Invoices and pictures provided by the contractors are uploaded directly to your portal.
We contact tenants 60 days before the end of the lease to negotiate the terms of renewal. Once you approve, we draw up the lease paperwork for you to make the process as simple and seamless as possible.
We have a carefully vetted network of vendors and contractors available to provide high-quality service at a reasonable price. Our team of highly skilled contractors handles renovations large and small. This additional service helps owners realize the full potential of their investment.
We are equipped to handle emergency maintenance issues 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This means immediate assistance and satisfied tenants.
Our management fee ranges from 7% to 8.5% of monthly rent collected — and you only pay when your unit is occupied. There is no fee during vacancy and no upfront costs. Contact us for a free rental analysis and a custom quote for your property.
Yes. Washington, DC requires property managers to hold an active real estate license. Gordon James Realty's team is fully licensed, bonded, and compliant with all DCRA regulations and local landlord-tenant laws — including DC rent control and BBL requirements.
We manage single-family homes, condominiums, and multi-family properties throughout Washington, DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland — including Arlington, Alexandria, Silver Spring, and Bethesda. Our portfolio spans owner-occupied rentals, investment properties, and overseas owner properties. If you own investment property and want specialized investor management support, explore our Investor Services.
Our average vacancy time is 19 days. We market your property across 13+ platforms with professional photography, respond to prospective tenants within 15 minutes, and have placed tenants in as few as 5 days for well-priced DC properties.
Yes — we operate a 24/7 emergency response team. Tenants submit maintenance requests online at any time, and we coordinate all repairs with our vetted vendor network, providing real-time updates to property owners through the owner portal.
We're proud to make partnering with us easy. Contact our team to connect with one of our industry experts and get started today.
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