Property Manager Jobs in Phoenix, AZ
Property managers in Phoenix run apartment communities, build-to-rent neighborhoods and single-family rental portfolios across one of the fastest-growing metros in the country. Greystar, Avenue5 and Scottsdale-based P.B. Bell are hiring community managers now. Here are the current openings, followed by who is hiring, what it pays and how licensing works in Arizona.
Current property manager Openings in Phoenix, AZ
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Property Manager Work in Phoenix
Most property management jobs in the Valley sit on site at large apartment communities, and the work follows the new construction. Lease-up communities in north Phoenix, Tempe, Chandler and along the Loop 101 and Loop 202 corridors need a manager before the first resident moves in, while older garden-style complexes in Mesa, Glendale and central Phoenix need someone to keep occupancy and collections steady. Single-family rental companies such as Invitation Homes also hire property managers who cover a portfolio of houses from an East Valley office rather than a single leasing center.
The job here has a local edge. Summer heat turns air conditioning calls into emergencies, so a Phoenix manager spends June through September working closely with maintenance and vendors. Fast population growth keeps new apartments opening, so lease-up targets, concessions and resident retention are a big part of the job.
Top Phoenix Employers Hiring Property Managers
These Valley employers had property or community manager openings posted on their own careers sites this week:
- Greystar - the global apartment manager and developer is hiring community and assistant community managers in Phoenix and Chandler.
- Avenue5 Residential - the third-party apartment manager has property manager openings in Tempe and an assistant property manager role in Glendale.
- P.B. Bell - the Scottsdale-based apartment company hires community managers for Mesa and Phoenix properties, including lease-up communities.
- Invitation Homes - the single-family rental company hires property managers for its Phoenix and Tempe portfolio, working from its Chandler office.
- Mark-Taylor Residential - the Scottsdale apartment manager is hiring a regional manager to oversee multiple Valley communities.
- FirstService Residential - the HOA and condominium management firm hires portfolio community managers in Phoenix and Scottsdale.
Property Manager Salaries in Phoenix
- Entry level: about $44,000 to $51,000 a year for assistant property managers and new community managers.
- Experienced: roughly $64,000 to $80,000 a year for community managers running a full apartment property.
- Senior: $80,000 to $127,000 or more for portfolio, single-family rental and regional managers.
These are estimates built from 2025 federal wage data for the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler metro and current postings; Invitation Homes, for example, lists $79,988 to $138,645 a year plus bonus for a Phoenix-Tempe property manager. Pay moves with the size of the property, lease-up versus stabilized status, the number of homes in a portfolio and whether you hold a real estate license. Most managers also earn performance bonuses tied to occupancy and renewals, and many receive a rent discount.
How to Become a Property Manager in Phoenix
Most managers come up from leasing or assistant manager roles, and a high school diploma plus on-site experience is the usual entry point. Licensing in Arizona depends on the job. The Arizona Department of Real Estate licenses anyone who leases or manages property for others for compensation, but state law (A.R.S. 32-2121) exempts on-site managers and leasing agents who work at one residential property and are employed by the owner or its licensed management company. Portfolio and regional roles often ask for an Arizona real estate salesperson license; Mark-Taylor requires one for its regional manager, while Invitation Homes lists it as preferred. The Arizona Multihousing Association, at 1415 N 7th Ave in Phoenix, runs the National Apartment Association's Certified Apartment Manager (CAM) coursework, and the Maricopa Community Colleges offer a Real Estate Prelicense certificate at Glendale and Mesa community colleges.
What the Job Involves
Property managers own the performance of a building or portfolio. Daily work includes reviewing occupancy and delinquency reports, approving leases, setting renewal pricing, collecting rent and handling evictions when needed, coordinating maintenance and vendors, preparing budgets and monthly reports for owners, and supervising leasing and maintenance staff. Resident relations, from noise complaints to move-out disputes, fill much of the rest of the day.
Skills Employers Look For
- Experience with Yardi, RealPage, Entrata or a similar property management system
- Budgeting, rent collection and delinquency management
- Knowledge of the Arizona Residential Landlord and Tenant Act and fair housing rules
- Staff supervision and scheduling
- Vendor and maintenance coordination
- Sales and marketing for lease-up and renewals
- Calm, clear communication with residents and owners
Career Path and Advancement
The usual Phoenix ladder starts at leasing consultant, moves to assistant property manager, then community manager of a single property. Strong managers take on larger or lease-up communities, then step up to portfolio or regional roles overseeing several Valley properties, which is where an Arizona real estate license and a CAM credential pay off. Some move to the owner side in asset management, or into single-family rental and HOA management.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do property managers need a real estate license in Arizona?
It depends on the role. On-site managers who work at one residential property and are employed by the owner or its licensed management company are exempt under A.R.S. 32-2121. Managing property for others for compensation, including many portfolio and regional roles, generally requires an Arizona Department of Real Estate license.
How much do property managers make in Phoenix?
Federal 2025 wage data puts the median for property and community association managers in the Phoenix metro at about $64,290 a year. Assistant managers start in the mid-$40,000s, and senior portfolio managers can earn well over $100,000 with bonus.
Can I become a property manager without experience?
Rarely as a first job. Most Phoenix community managers start as leasing consultants or assistant managers and move up within one to three years. Apartment companies promote heavily from within, so a leasing job is the fastest way in.
What is the CAM credential?
The Certified Apartment Manager credential from the National Apartment Association requires 12 months of on-site experience, 40 hours of coursework and a proctored exam. In Arizona the coursework is offered through the Arizona Multihousing Association.
What hours do Phoenix property managers work?
On-site managers usually work weekday business hours plus some Saturdays, since leasing offices stay open on weekends. Expect to be on call for emergencies, which in Phoenix means air conditioning failures during the summer.
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