Leasing Consultant Jobs in Phoenix, AZ
Leasing consultants in Phoenix start around $17 to $22 an hour, and luxury communities in North Scottsdale post $25 to $28 plus bonuses. Greystar, Avenue5 and Cushman & Wakefield are hiring across the Valley's apartment communities. Here are the current openings, followed by who is hiring and how to get started.
Current leasing consultant Openings in Phoenix, AZ
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Leasing Consultant Work in Phoenix
The Valley keeps adding apartments, and every new community needs a leasing team before it opens. Lease-up properties in north Phoenix, Tempe, Chandler and along the Loop 101 corridor hire the most aggressively, since they are measured on how fast they fill. Established communities from Mesa and Glendale to central Phoenix hire steadily to cover renewals, tours and turnover, and bilingual English and Spanish leasing roles are posted regularly.
Phoenix leasing also has a local edge. Summer temperatures above 110 degrees make walking tours and move-ins harder from June through September, so consultants who give a strong virtual tour and follow up fast keep their numbers up when foot traffic drops.
Top Phoenix Employers Hiring Leasing Consultants
These apartment operators had leasing openings in the Phoenix metro on their own careers sites this week:
- Greystar - the global apartment manager is hiring leasing professionals at communities in Phoenix, Glendale and Peoria.
- Avenue5 Residential - the third-party manager posts leasing consultant roles in Chandler, Scottsdale, Tempe and Phoenix, including bilingual and part-time positions.
- P.B. Bell - the Scottsdale-based apartment company hires leasing consultants for communities in Chandler and Phoenix, including Arcadia Cove.
- Cushman & Wakefield - the real estate services firm's multifamily arm hires full-time leasing consultants for apartments in north Phoenix and Mesa.
- Cortland - the apartment owner-operator lists Phoenix as a home base for its traveling leasing and sales consultants.
Leasing Consultant Salaries in Phoenix
- Entry level: about $17 to $20 an hour at stabilized communities.
- Experienced: roughly $20 to $22 an hour, plus leasing and renewal bonuses.
- Senior / luxury: $25 to $28 an hour at high-end communities such as those in North Scottsdale.
These are estimates drawn from current Valley postings, including Cushman & Wakefield at $17 to $21 in Phoenix and Mesa and Avenue5 at $20 to $22 in Chandler and $25 to $28 in North Scottsdale. Pay rises with luxury and lease-up properties, Spanish fluency and a track record of hitting lease targets. Many employers add per-lease commissions and an apartment rent discount.
How to Become a Leasing Consultant in Phoenix
You need a high school diploma or GED, a clean background check and strong customer service or sales experience; retail, hospitality and call center workers move into leasing all the time. Arizona does not require a real estate license for on-site leasing. Under A.R.S. 32-2121, leasing agents who work at one residential property during the workday, are employed by the owner or its licensed management company and receive no special compensation beyond a capped monthly bonus are exempt from Arizona Department of Real Estate licensing. The optional industry credential is the National Apartment Association's Certified Apartment Leasing Professional (CALP, formerly NALP), taught locally by the Arizona Multihousing Association at its office on N 7th Ave in Phoenix.
What the Job Involves
Leasing consultants are the sales team for an apartment community. Daily work includes answering calls, emails and online inquiries, giving in-person and virtual tours, processing applications and screening results, preparing and signing leases, collecting deposits and move-in funds, handling renewals and helping with resident events. Consultants also walk vacant units to make sure they are ready to show and keep the community's pricing and availability current online.
Skills Employers Look For
- Sales and closing skills, with a record of meeting goals
- Friendly, professional customer service
- Yardi, RealPage, Entrata or similar property software
- Fair housing knowledge
- Bilingual English and Spanish, a plus at many Valley communities
- Prompt follow-up by phone, text and email
- Weekend availability
Career Path and Advancement
Leasing is the front door to property management in Phoenix. A strong consultant can move to senior leasing or leasing manager within a year or two, then assistant property manager and community manager. Operators with large Valley portfolios promote from within, and lease-up teams often send top consultants to open new communities across the metro.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do leasing consultants need a real estate license in Arizona?
No, not for on-site work. A.R.S. 32-2121 exempts leasing agents who work at one residential property and are employed by the owner or its licensed management company. Leasing property for others outside that setting does require an Arizona Department of Real Estate license.
How much do leasing consultants make in Phoenix?
Current Valley postings run from about $17 to $22 an hour at most communities and $25 to $28 at luxury properties in North Scottsdale. Leasing and renewal bonuses and a rent discount often add to that.
Do leasing consultants work weekends?
Usually, yes. Apartment leasing offices across the Valley stay open on Saturdays, when many renters tour, so most schedules include at least one weekend day. Part-time roles are often weekend-heavy.
Can I get a leasing job with no experience?
Yes. Many Valley operators hire for personality and customer service experience and train on the software and fair housing rules. Retail, restaurant and call center experience all transfer well.
What is the CALP credential?
The Certified Apartment Leasing Professional, formerly called NALP, is the National Apartment Association's leasing credential. It requires six months in an on-site leasing role, seven courses and an exam, and the Arizona Multihousing Association offers the course in Phoenix.
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