Rental Agent Jobs
Rental Agent jobs are open across residential, commercial, and vacation property sectors, at every level from leasing consultant to senior property agent, with specializations in tenant relations, lease administration, and property marketing. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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We're looking for a motivated English/Spanish bilingual agent to help lease apartments in Newark.
Perfect for someone who is good with people, comfortable with social media, and the goal is to bring in renters and close apartments.
Duties
- Post available apartments on Facebook Marketplace, local Facebook groups, Instagram, TikTok and WhatsApp.
- Show apartments to prospective tenants.
- Follow up with people after showings and push interested renters toward applying
- Come up with creative ways to generate more local leads.
- Stay on top of the apartments and help get them rented as quickly as possible.
Requirements
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Strong with social media, especially Facebook Marketplace and local groups
- Comfortable showing apartments and speaking with prospects
- Friendly, Good attitude, confident and sales-minded
- Reliable transportation
- Someone who takes initiative and hustles rather than waiting for leads to come to them
Pay: $1,000.00 - $1,300.00 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: On the road
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Who's Hiring
- SIXT17
- Avis Budget17
- Europcar Mobility12
- Budget6
- U-Save Car and Truck Rental2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in rental agent jobs.
- Active state real estate license or willingness to obtain one
- Experience with property management software such as Yardi or AppFolio
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for tenant and landlord interactions
- High school diploma or equivalent with some college preferred
- Ability to conduct property showings and manage multiple unit inquiries simultaneously
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for property visits
Tips for Your Rental Agent Job Search
Tailor your resume to lease metrics
Highlight measurable outcomes on your resume like occupancy rates you maintained, units leased per month, or lease renewal percentages you helped achieve. Property managers hire rental agents who can point to concrete leasing results, not just list daily duties.
Get your real estate license early
Many rental agent roles, especially in residential leasing, require a state real estate license before your first day. Research your state's pre-licensing course requirements now so a missing credential doesn't disqualify you from otherwise strong applications.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists rental agent openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target property management companies directly
Large residential property management firms post high volumes of rental agent openings but fill them fast. Search by company type rather than job title alone to surface roles at multi-family operators, REITs, and vacation rental management companies that generic searches often miss.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interviewers for rental agent roles routinely ask how you handle a prospect who objects to the rent price or a tenant who wants to break their lease early. Rehearse two or three specific examples from past experience, or volunteer, service, or sales work if you're newer to the field.
Negotiate your commission structure upfront
Rental agent compensation often combines a base with per-lease or renewal commissions, and structures vary widely by employer. Ask during the offer stage exactly how commissions are calculated, when they pay out, and whether renewals count so you're comparing offers on equal footing.
Rental Agent Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most rental agents?
The companies hiring the most rental agents right now include SIXT, Avis Budget, and Europcar Mobility, with the largest share of openings in California, Florida, and Hawaii, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Multi-family property management firms and vacation rental operators tend to post the highest volume of openings year-round.
How many rental agent jobs are remote?
About 6% of rental agent openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is lower than many office-based roles because property showings require in-person presence. Administrative functions like lease processing, tenant communication, and rental listings management are the sub-areas most likely to allow remote or hybrid schedules.
How do you become a rental agent?
Start by completing your state's required pre-licensing real estate coursework and passing the licensing exam, since most residential rental agent roles require a valid license. Next, build familiarity with property management software and leasing workflows through entry-level leasing consultant or assistant positions. Strong customer service and sales skills are equally important and can accelerate your path to independent agent roles.
Can you get hired as a rental agent with no experience?
Yes, many property management companies hire rental agents with no direct leasing experience if you hold or are actively pursuing a real estate license. Prior work in customer service, retail sales, or hospitality translates well because tenant-facing communication and handling objections are core daily tasks. Starting as a leasing consultant or assistant property manager is the most common entry point for career changers.
What does the rental agent interview process look like?
Most rental agent interviews involve an initial phone screen followed by one or two in-person or video rounds with a property manager or regional leasing director. Expect scenario questions about handling difficult tenants, filling vacancies under pressure, and resolving lease disputes. Some employers include a property tour or a mock showing as a practical skills assessment before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to rental agent jobs?
You can find and apply to rental agent jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your experience level, preferred property type, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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