Flat Fee — Not a Percentage
Starting at $139/mo
Houston Property Management —
One Flat Fee, Five Counties
Screened tenants in 21 days. Guaranteed. From Katy to League City.
Find Out What Your Property Should Rent For2,000+
Tenants Placed Nationwide
<1%
Eviction Rate
21 Days
Avg. Time to Lease
4.8★
137 Google Reviews
Houston Property Management Risks
The Real Cost of Bad Property Management in Houston
We call it Ruckus — everything that goes wrong when your rental isn't managed right.
🦝 The Tenant Who Stops Paying
At Houston rents, one bad tenant costs you $2,200/month — before you even get to court. Our 10-point screening catches them before they get keys. If one slips through, our 9–12 month warranty covers re-placement at no cost.
🌊 The Storm Nobody Prepared For
A missed drainage inspection on Houston clay soil costs $15K–$40K. Ruckus isn't always a person — sometimes he's a tropical storm. We inspect for foundation shifts, enforce flood disclosures, and respond within hours when water shows up.
⚖️ The Lease That Wasn't Compliant
Texas eviction runs 30–60 days — if everything is filed correctly. One wrong notice period and delays stack up. Every lease we draft is fully Texas-compliant, and eviction protection is included in your flat fee — not $300–$600 extra.
Ruckus doesn't knock first. That's why we screen before he shows up.
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Flat Fee vs. Percentage Property Management in Houston
Your rent goes up. Their fee goes up. Yours doesn't.
Most Houston property managers charge 8–10% of your monthly rent. Our flat fee stays the same whether your property rents at $1,700 or $3,500 — and unlike percentage managers, we don't profit more when Ruckus drives your costs up.
The Woodlands, TX
Median rent: $2,600/mo
8–10% Manager
$208–$260/mo
Flat Fee Landlord
Starting at
$139/mo
You Save
$828–$1,452/yr
Katy, TX
Median rent: $2,200/mo
8–10% Manager
$176–$220/mo
Flat Fee Landlord
Starting at
$139/mo
You Save
$444–$972/yr
Houston, TX
Median rent: $2,000/mo
8–10% Manager
$160–$200/mo
Flat Fee Landlord
Starting at
$139/mo
You Save
$252–$732/yr
Included in every flat fee — no add-ons, no surprises
Eviction Protection
Court filings & process included
9–12 Month Tenant Warranty
Tenant leaves? We re-place free
21-Day Vacancy Guarantee
Or your first two months' fees are waived
Management fee comparison only. Flat fee applies to monthly property management. Tenant placement priced separately.
Free Houston Rental Price Analysis
Find Out What Your Houston Property Should Rent For
60 seconds. No commitment. You'll see your rental price, our flat fee, and how fast we can get a screened tenant in your door.
Trusted by 2,000+ landlords nationwide · 4.8 stars on Google in Houston (137 reviews)
Houston Property Management Guarantees
Four Guarantees Most Houston Property Managers Won't Make
Ruckus counts on property managers who make promises without consequences. We put our money behind every one. If we don't deliver, you don't pay.
Try Us Risk-Free
90-Day Satisfaction Guarantee
Not happy in the first 90 days? Cancel and we refund every management fee we've charged. No questions. No penalties. You keep the tenant.
You have 90 days to decide if we're the right fit — with your money back if we're not.
9–12 Month Tenant Warranty
If the tenant we place leaves for any reason within the warranty period —
We place a new tenant at zero additional cost.
21-Day Placement Guarantee
If we don't have a qualified tenant within 21 days —
We waive your first two months' management fees.
Eviction Protection — Included
If we have to evict a tenant we placed —
We cover initial court filing fees and handle the full Texas eviction process. Most managers charge $300–$600 extra.
Guarantee availability varies by management package. Ask us which plan includes the guarantees that matter most to you.
Houston Property Management Reviews
Houston Property Owners Trust Flat Fee Landlord — Here's Why
Every owner below hired us because they were tired of chasing Ruckus on their own. Now they don't have to. These are real Google reviews from real landlords in The Woodlands, Katy, Conroe, Sugar Land, and across the Houston metro.
"We serve 9 markets. Houston is where we go hardest on tenant quality. Every tenant we place gets our full 10-point screening, verification, and lease guarantee — and we back it with a warranty most managers won't touch."
Mo Hashem
Founder & CEO · Houston, TX
4.8 ★
Google Rating
137
Google Reviews
2,000+
Tenants Placed Nationwide
<1%
Eviction Rate
"Sergio Maldonado did a great job helping us find tenants for our house in TX! He kept us updated throughout the whole process! Great communication and response! Thanks Sergio!"
Sonia Bhalla Chugani
Property Owner · Houston, TX
"Flat Fee Landlord has been amazing! As an accidental landlord, their service has been a huge help in managing our single-family home. They take care of everything, from tenant issues to maintenance. A+ service. Thank you so much!"
Neander Lima
Accidental Landlord · Houston, TX
"I had such a great experience working with Flat Fee Landlord. Shelly was especially helpful… she was responsive, professional, and made the whole process smooth and stress-free. Highly recommend their services!"
Molly Domkowski
Property Owner · Houston, TX
"I was very pleased when I called this morning asking for information on a property for rent and Mr Sergio was very helpful and informative. Excellent customer service!"
Maritza Cardenas
Houston, TX
"I had a 5 star experience renting with lease coordinator Sergio Maldonado and his manager, Alex Bradford. They went above and beyond to make the process smooth and stress-free."
Sabrinna Bunai
Houston, TX
Houston Tenant Screening & Property Protection
Every Landlord Has a Ruckus Story.
Ours End Differently.
Ruckus is the tenant who trashes your property, skips rent, and vanishes. He's cost Houston landlords millions. We built an entire system to stop him.
Late or missing rent
3-day notice, then 30–60 days to eviction in Texas — lost income piles up fast
Property damage
Holes in walls, destroyed appliances, trashed yards — $5K–$15K in repairs
Midnight emergencies
HOA complaints, neighbor calls, police visits — all landing on your phone
Without Flat Fee Landlord
- You screen tenants with a credit check and a gut feeling — then lose $3,500/mo when they stop paying
- Hurricane season hits and nobody checked the drainage or updated flood disclosures
- A Texas eviction costs you $5K+ in legal fees and 30–60 days of lost rent
- Your HOA fines you because nobody told the tenant about parking or landscaping rules
- You pay 8–10% of Houston rents every month — $176–$260 — for a manager who ghosts you
With Flat Fee Landlord
- Our 10-point screening catches income fraud, eviction history, and rental gaps — not just credit scores
- Dedicated Houston property manager handles every call, text, vendor dispatch, and storm response
- 9–12 month tenant warranty + eviction coverage included — you don't pay for our mistake
- Proactive inspections for foundation shifts, drainage, HVAC strain, and flood zone compliance
- One flat fee starting at $139/mo — not 8–10% of your Houston rent
60 seconds — you'll see your rental price, flat fee, and how we screen out Ruckus
Free Houston Rental Analysis
See Exactly What Your Houston Rental Should Earn — And How We Protect Every Dollar
Drop your address below. In 60 seconds you'll get a personalized rent estimate, our flat management fee, and a protection plan built around your property — not a generic quote.
Most owners discover they're undercharging by $150–$300/mo. Find out in 60 seconds.
Property Management Across Houston
Your Property Has a Zip Code. We Have a Team There.
Houston isn't one market — it's dozens. Rents in West University Place don't move like rents in Conroe. Tenant expectations in The Woodlands aren't the same as Spring. We price, screen, and manage based on your specific city — not a regional average.
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Don't see your city? We cover all of Harris, Fort Bend, Montgomery, Galveston, and Brazoria counties.
Get a quote for your addressHouston Rental Market Data
The Numbers That Keep Houston Landlords Up at Night
These are the costs of getting it wrong — and the reason our screening system exists.
~$2,200/mo
Houston Median Rent
$5,000+
Avg. Eviction Filing Cost (TX)
30–60 days
TX Eviction Timeline
21 days
Our Avg. Lease Speed
Sources: U.S. Census ACS 2024, Texas Justice Court data, Flat Fee Landlord internal metrics
Houston Property Management FAQ
Questions Houston Landlords Ask Before Signing
Yes. Every lease we draft complies with Texas Property Code Chapters 91–93. We handle required disclosures, security deposit regulations (including the 30-day return requirement under §92.103), and all notice periods mandated by Texas law.
Our Houston average is 21 days from listing to signed lease. High-demand areas like The Woodlands and Katy often lease faster. Our 21-day placement guarantee means we have a direct financial incentive to move quickly.
Yes — from The Woodlands and Spring through Katy, Sugar Land, and down to League City and Pearland. Our team is licensed in Texas and covers Harris County, Fort Bend County, Montgomery County, Galveston County, and Brazoria County.
Texas allows landlords to serve a 3-day notice to vacate for non-payment (unless the lease specifies a longer period). If it comes to eviction, the process typically takes 30–60 days — much faster than most states. We handle the full filing process without charging you extra. Most firms bill $300–$600 for this. And if the tenant was placed by us within the warranty period, we cover initial court filing fees and replace the tenant at no additional cost.
Our management fee starts at $139/month — flat, not a percentage of your rent. Whether your property rents at $1,700 in Conroe or $3,500 in West University Place, you pay the same fee. Tenant placement is priced separately. Most Houston landlords save $1,000–$2,000/year compared to the industry-standard 8–10% model.
If a tenant we placed leaves — for any reason — within 9–12 months, we re-lease the property at no additional placement fee. This is our skin in the game. We screen hard because we're on the hook if they leave.
It's one of the biggest factors we account for. Post-Harvey, Houston landlords need managers who understand flood zone disclosures, insurance requirements, and maintenance protocols that prevent water damage. We inspect for drainage issues, coordinate vendor response for storm events, and ensure your lease includes proper flood-related disclosures required under Texas law.
Still Have Questions? Get a Free Consultation.
Talk to our Houston team about your property — we'll walk you through pricing, our screening process, and how we handle Texas Property Code compliance so you don't have to.
Get Your Free QuoteHouston Landlord Resources
Guides for Houston Landlords Who Don't Want to Learn the Hard Way
Ruckus loves landlords who wing it. These are the guides we wish every Houston property owner read before their first lease — from Texas law compliance to screening tenants to knowing when to fire your property manager.
Texas Law
· 8 min readTexas Security Deposit Rules: What Houston Landlords Get Wrong
The 30-day return requirement is just the start. Here's what actually triggers penalties — and how to protect yourself before Ruckus finds the loophole in your lease.
Read the full guideTenant Screening
6 min read
How to Screen Tenants in Houston: The 10-Point System We Use
Credit checks aren't enough. Our screening catches what a credit score misses — income fraud, rental history gaps, and eviction filings.
Read guidePricing
5 min read
Flat Fee vs. Percentage Property Management: Which Saves You More?
At Houston rents, the math isn't close. We break down the real cost difference on a $2,200/month rental.
Read guideMarket Data
7 min read
2026 Houston Rental Market Report: Rents, Vacancy, and Demand
Median rents by city, vacancy trends, and where smart landlords are investing this year.
Read guideEviction
6 min read
Texas Eviction Process: Timeline, Costs, and How to Avoid It Entirely
The 30–60 day eviction timeline costs Houston landlords $5K–$15K. Here's how to never need one.
Read guideGetting Started
10 min read
First-Time Landlord in Houston? Read This Before You Rent.
Texas Property Code disclosures, fair housing, security deposits, flood zone compliance, insurance — the checklist no one gives you until it's too late.
Read guideStorm Prep
5 min read
Hurricane Season Checklist for Houston Rental Properties
Drainage inspections, flood disclosures, vendor response plans, and insurance requirements every Houston landlord should lock in before June.
Read guideNew guides published monthly — written by our Houston property management team.
Houston Flat Fee Property Management
You've Read the Numbers. You've Seen the Guarantees. Here's What Happens Next.
You tell us about your property. We show you what it should rent for and what our flat fee looks like. If it makes sense, we get to work. If not, you walk away with a free rental analysis and zero obligations.
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