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Leasing Agent jobs are open across residential, commercial, and mixed-use real estate, from entry-level leasing consultant to senior leasing manager, with specializations in luxury apartments, student housing, and retail leasing. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Part-Time Leasing Agent / Assistant Property Manager
Bakersfield, CA | On-site | Part-time
Schedule — Weekend availability required, with occasional weekday shifts and the possibility of additional hours based on leasing needs.
Compensation — Plus leasing commission on eligible completed leases.
We’re hiring a friendly, energetic leasing professional to support a 225-unit apartment community in Bakersfield. Your primary focus will be following up promptly with prospects, conducting tours, and helping applicants move from their first inquiry through move-in. You’ll also assist the Property Manager with resident service, office administration, and day-to-day property operations.
What you’ll do
- Respond promptly to phone, email, and online inquiries. Track leads and follow-up in AppFolio, schedule and conduct tours, and explain availability, pricing, and the application process.
- Keep apartment listings current and use social media to market available units, promote leasing specials, and generate inquiries.
- Help prepare lease documents and move-in paperwork. Maintain accurate prospect and resident records, update files, and complete data entry.
- Respond professionally to resident questions, log maintenance requests, and follow up with maintenance staff or vendors. Help track which apartments are ready to show or rent.
- Use monday.com to track assignments and deadlines. Assist with vendor coordination, facilities follow-up, and basic budget or expense tracking as assigned.
- Follow Fair Housing requirements, applicable landlord-tenant rules, and company leasing procedures. Assist with housing-program documentation where applicable.
What we’re looking for
- Prior apartment leasing experience and hands-on experience with AppFolio.
- Experience using social media to market apartments or generate leads, and familiarity with monday.com.
- Strong customer service, professional phone etiquette, and clear written communication.
- Accurate filing and data entry, attention to detail when handling lease documents, and reliable follow-through on open tasks.
- A positive, welcoming approach and the ability to handle questions or concerns calmly and professionally.
- Weekend availability and flexibility for occasional weekday shifts.
Preferred qualifications
Assistant property management, real estate administration, or leasing office experience. Familiarity with other property management or work-order systems, vendor coordination, budgeting, or Section 8 and LIHTC documentation is helpful where relevant.
Pay: From $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 30.0 per week
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- Yes! Communities12
- Embrey7
- Embrey Partners4
- Wedge Apartments3W
- Havenpark Communities3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in leasing agent jobs.
- Active real estate license or ability to obtain one within a specified timeframe
- One or more years of leasing, sales, or property management experience
- Proficiency with property management software such as Yardi, AppFolio, or RealPage
- Strong verbal communication and customer service skills for prospect tours and resident interactions
- Ability to meet occupancy and leasing goals within defined monthly or quarterly targets
- High school diploma or equivalent required, with an associate or bachelor's degree preferred
Tips for Your Leasing Agent Job Search
Tailor your resume to leasing metrics
Hiring managers in leasing want to see occupancy rates you've maintained, units you've leased per month, and renewal percentages you've hit. Replace vague phrases like 'strong sales skills' with concrete numbers from your actual book of business.
List your real estate license upfront
Many states require a real estate license to work as a leasing agent, and recruiters filter for it fast. Put your license type, state of issuance, and expiration date in your resume header or a dedicated credentials section, not buried at the bottom.
Target openings by property type, not just title
Luxury high-rise, student housing, and affordable tax-credit properties all hire leasing agents but want different backgrounds. Search by property type alongside job title so you apply to roles where your specific experience is actually a match.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists leasing agent openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a live leasing roleplay
Many leasing interviews include a cold walk-through or phone simulation where you pitch a unit to the interviewer acting as a prospect. Practice handling objections about price, amenity gaps, and lease start dates out loud before you go in.
Negotiate your commission structure, not just base pay
Leasing compensation often splits between a base salary and per-lease or occupancy bonuses. Before accepting an offer, ask how the bonus is calculated, what the typical payout looks like for someone in your market, and whether there are clawback terms.
Leasing Agent Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most leasing agents?
The most active employers for leasing agents right now are Yes! Communities, Embrey, and Embrey Partners, and the most openings are in Texas, Illinois, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to track new multifamily construction and seasonal turnover cycles, so availability can shift quickly.
How many leasing agent jobs are remote?
About 22% of leasing agent openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most leasing work requires in-person property tours, model unit showings, and on-site prospect interactions. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility are corporate leasing coordinator roles, marketing positions within large property management companies, and lease renewal retention specialists who work primarily by phone and email.
How do you become a leasing agent?
Start by checking your state's licensing requirements, since many states require a real estate license to lease residential or commercial property. Complete the required pre-licensing coursework, pass the state exam, and get your license activated through a sponsoring broker or property management firm. Building experience through an entry-level leasing consultant role at a residential community is the most common path into the profession.
Can you get hired as a leasing agent with no experience?
Yes, many property management companies hire leasing consultants with no prior leasing experience if you have a background in customer service, retail sales, hospitality, or any role that required handling objections and closing a transaction. Emphasize your ability to build rapport quickly, your comfort showing a physical space to a stranger, and any experience where you were held to a measurable sales or performance target.
What does the leasing agent interview process look like?
Most leasing agent interviews involve a phone screen with a recruiter or property manager, followed by an in-person or video interview with the community manager or regional director. Expect at least one roleplay scenario where you walk a prospective resident through a unit or handle a common objection. Some employers also ask you to complete a leasing simulation, review your knowledge of fair housing laws, or demonstrate familiarity with their property management software platform.
Where can I find and apply to leasing agent jobs?
You can find and apply to leasing agent jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles by location, property type, or seniority level, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background and target market.
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