Customized Plans & Pricing
Property Management Services for Homeowners and Investors across Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC.
Full-Service Property Management
Classic, arrangement of tasks, but through Chambers Theory you get more care, better results, and true value-added high-quality service. The property management fee is expressed as a percentage of rents collected for the duration of the account.
Management fees*: Virginia: 8.5%-9.5%
DC & Maryland: 10%
*Discounts may apply for FSO, Military & World Bank personnel
Here’s what we offer:
- Marketing the home and screening proespective renters
- Marketing the home and screening prospective renters
- Complimentary professional photography of the property, interior and exterior
- Complimentary virtual photography
- Complimentary floor plans
- Lease negotiation and preparation through ratification
- Comprehensive third-party move-in inspection complete with photos and report
- Comprehensive third-party move-out inspection complete with photos and report
- Annual lease compliance inspection and smoke detector certification with photos and report
- Repair coordination and emergency after-hours repairs
- Concierge services and vendor management
- Timely rent collection, monthly reporting, and account support
- Monthly management fee varies per state
- Leasing commission fee is equal to one month’s rent
- Lease renewal fee is 25% of one month’s rent
- Owner procurement leasing commission discount
- Leasing commission guarantee program
- Late rent fee split with owner program
Optional Programs
- Professional Photography
- Inspection
- Extreme Weather Preparedness Plan
- Certification Program(s)
Home Escrow Account Leasing (HEAL) Management Services
For clients who want property management services at a reduced fee structure and are willing to do more self-participation and responsibility with the property management tasks, themselves. The owner is essentially managing their property but using Chambers Theory as a resource for accounting and escrow organization, in addition to financial reporting. With a HEAL account we will not perform inspections or maintenance coordination but will perform leasing services, and owner may hire us a la carte for inspection services.
Management fee: VA, DC, MD: 4.4%
Repair &/or Inspection Coordination: A la carte pricing, paid separately, only upon owner request
Here’s what we offer:
- Reduced management feeds, ideal for owners who want to save on costs by handling day-to-day management tasks themselves.
- Professional leasing services includes marketing the property with professional photos and listing support to attract quality tenants.
- Reconciling management escrows and paying vendors as well as 1099 tax reporting.
- Flexible Maintenance Management so Owners retain control of maintenance coordination and decision making. Repair coordination services available for additional fee ala carte.
- Optional Inspections for move-in, move-out, due-cause, and/or lease compliancy inspection & smoke detector certification. Inspection services available for additional fee a la carte.
Vacant Home Watch Services
For clients who want their home checked on, secured and inspected regularly with the intention to NOT rent out the home. You leave the home unoccupied and you are looking for home visits, picking up mail, project management, and extreme weather preparation.
Management fee: Pricing varies based on package selection. Packages start as low as $55/month.
Repair &/or Inspection Coordination: A la carte pricing, paid separately, only upon owner request
Here’s what this option offers:
- House visit services that provide regular check-ins, maintenance oversight, and security checks.
- Reporting services that provide detailed updates on maintenance, security, and overall condition.
- Security check services that provide regular inspections, ensuring your second home is safe and secure.
- Interior walkthrough services that provide detailed, real-time updates on the condition and ambiance of your cherished space.
- Exterior walkthrough services that provide detailed updates on the condition of your property’s facade, landscaping, and outdoor areas.
- HVAC monitoring services to keep a watchful eye on your second home’s climate systems, ensuring optimal performance and preventing potential issues.
- Visible water leak check services to keep a vigilant eye on your second home, detecting and addressing potential leaks before they become costly problems.
- Mechanical systems monitoring services that provide real-time oversight of your second home’s essential systems.
Chambers Theory Concierge Services
For clients who may have returned home or are local and want "Home Concierge" services using Chambers Theory as a resource for concierge services, finance reporting and home management of things like service contracts, utility bills, contractor invoices and payments along with an end of year expense report for you home.
- Reconciling management escrows and paying vendors
- Stocking Fridge, Managing Packages, etc.
- Tailored Concierge Support for Snowbirds & Frequent Travelers
- Monthly Fee with Additional Concierge Hours as needed, we're flexible to your needs.
- Age-In-Place Home Support and Coordination
Circumstances Demand Customization
Every client and every property are different. Your circumstances may demand customization of services. We offer multiple service-level platforms and options in property management for you to choose the best service package for your needs and for you to have the opportunity to customize accordingly.
- NO “Termination Fee” Some firms will charge you to terminate your agreement
- NO charge if the property is vacant. What is their motivation to rent your home if they charge while its vacant?
- NO “Maintenance call charges” Some firms will charge you separately for each repair call
- NO “Maintenance surcharges” Some firms will charge you a surcharge on top of repairs
- NO charge for rent-collection/eviction We even split the late fees with the Landlord
We Are Not a Low-Cost Firm. In This Industry, You Get What You Pay For.
Don't let "low fees" cost you more. The hidden risk of choosing a discount property manager can end up costing far more than saving a few dollars each month. At first glance, a lower monthly management fee or reduced leasing commission may seem like a great deal. But in property management, what isn't included in the pricing is often where the real cost begins.
A Common Scenario We See All the Time
A landlord recently contacted us to compare monthly management fees, leasing commissions, and renewal fees. Before we had the opportunity to explain what was actually included in our service, they chose another firm with lower pricing.
Shortly after signing, they received the management agreement and discovered a three-page list of additional owner charges for services they assumed were included. Within four months, they experienced limited support, poor communication, and ongoing frustration. They ultimately terminated the agreement and hired Chambers Theory after realizing that lower cost did not mean better value—it meant less service, more fees, and more problems.
What Low-Cost Property Management Often Leaves Out
While you may pay less upfront, you often pay significantly more over time. Low-fee property management companies frequently:
- Charge extra for routine management services
- Charge separately for move-in and move-out inspections—or skip them entirely
- Provide minimal oversight of repairs and maintenance
- Delay responses to tenants, maintenance requests, and owner communications
- Lack proper compliance tracking and documentation
These shortcomings often result in:
- Higher repair costs
- Increased tenant turnover
- Missed legal and compliance requirements
- More stress and risk for property owners
The Real Question Isn't "What Do They Charge?" It's "What Do You Actually Get?"
At Chambers Theory, our pricing reflects comprehensive, transparent service that includes:
- Dedicated teams for leasing, maintenance, and compliance
- Annual property inspections with detailed documentation
- Vendor oversight and accountability
- Proactive communication with owners and tenants
- Full compliance with Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC property management laws
We don't rely on hidden fees. Instead, we provide structured, transparent property management designed to protect your investment and maximize long-term performance.
Choose Value Over Price
Choosing a property manager based solely on price can lead to hidden costs, poor service, and increased risk.
Choosing a property manager based on value provides peace of mind, better property performance, and greater long-term savings.