Real Property Management
Real Property Management (RPM) is the national leader in residential property management, with more than 40 years of industry experience and over 465 offices across the United States. Ranked the #1 property management franchise in its category in the Entrepreneur Franchise 500® for the past three years, RPM sets the standard for operational excellence, technology, compliance, and customer service. The U.S. rental market continues to grow, with more than one-third of the population renting and roughly 45 million residential rental properties nationwide. RPM franchise owners are well positioned to capitalize on this demand by helping real estate investors protect, manage, and grow their property portfolios. RPM franchisees generate multiple recurring revenue streams through leasing, property management, and maintenance services, with management agreements often lasting up to five years. Investors typically own portfolios of 2–20 properties, creating strong retention and predictable income. While the core model focuses on single-family and small multi-family property management, many owners also manage student housing, larger multi-family communities, and HOAs. Because a real estate license is required, franchise owners may also buy and sell investment properties, and many invest in real estate themselves. With some franchisees managing portfolios of 6,000+ doors and more than 25% operating multiple territories, RPM offers a scalable, recession-resistant model within one of the world’s largest asset classes—supported by a nationally recognized brand and proven systems.
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Real Estate
Brand highlights
- CEOMichael Anthony Davis
- Headquarters
- Year founded1986
- Year started franchising2006
- IndustryReal Estate
- Locations open450 (+61 last three years)
Statistics & metrics
- Investment range$99,341 - $244,302
- Franchise fee$69,900
- Royalty8.5%, 8.25%, 8%
- Brand fund2% MAP
- Required Liquid Capital$50,000
- Required Net Worth$250,000
- Average Revenue per residential customer$4552
Brand superpowers
40+ years of industry experience
Capitalize on booming RE investment market
Recurring revenue
Recession resistent
Scalability
Ideal candidate profile
Owner Operator Preferred
Relationship Builder
Passion to Help People
No Industry Experience Required
Values Outstanding Customer Service
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FDD insights
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FDD Version Referenced - Issuance Date: 2026-04-02
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| The Franchisor & Executives | Learn about Real Property Management, its parent company, and the executive leadership team responsible for operating and supporting the franchise system. | |
| Initial Franchise Fee | Learn about the initial franchise fee required to join the Real Property Management franchise system and what that fee covers. | |
| Other Fees | Understand the ongoing and additional fees associated with owning a Real Property Management franchise, including royalties, marketing contributions, and other required payments. | |
| Estimated Initial Investment | Review the estimated total initial investment required to open a Real Property Management franchise, including startup costs and working capital estimates. | |
| Territory | Understand how franchise territories are defined, whether they are exclusive, and under what circumstances they may be modified by Real Property Management. | |
| Financial Performance Representations | Review any financial performance information Real Property Management provides, including revenue or earnings data, if disclosed. |
Location data
| Total locations | 450 |
| Franchise locations | 450 |
| Corporate locations | 0 |
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Franchisee reviews
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Based on 2 reviews
CURRENT FRANCHISEE
Number of Locations: 2
Oct 22, 2026Being part of the Real Property Management family has truly been a blessing. What stands out most to me is the leadership, family atmosphere, and genuine support throughout the organization. The systems, training, and resources are outstanding, but it’s the people and relationships that really make the difference. As a franchise owner, I’ve never felt like I was building my business alone. There’s always someone willing to share knowledge, offer guidance, or help you work through challenges. For anyone considering joining, my advice is simple: Be ready to work hard, trust the process, and take advantage of the support available. You get out what you put in, but having a strong foundation and a family behind you makes the journey that much more rewarding. I’m grateful to be part of this organization and excited about what’s ahead!
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CURRENT FRANCHISEE
Number of Locations: 1
Oct 14, 2026I bought this franchise 4 years ago and have loved the network of people it connects you to. I feel that I have been successful at a faster rate because of the systems in place. I would definitely choose RPM again.
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