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📍 Essex, Maryland

Essex Property Management
Flat Fee. Full Service.

Professional property management in Essex, MD. Flat $150/month — no percentages, no hidden fees. First 3 months completely free for new clients.

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Property Management in Essex, MD

HBAY Property Management serves landlords in Essex with professional, transparent property management at a flat $150/month — all-inclusive with no hidden fees. We manage single-family homes, townhouses, and condominiums throughout Essex and surrounding Baltimore County neighborhoods.

We're locally owned and based in Ellicott City — not a national franchise. We know the Baltimore County rental market, licensing requirements, and local contractor network. That local knowledge means better management for your Essex rental property.

$150/month flat fee
3 Monthscompletely free to start
$3,000eviction protection included

Everything Included at $150/Month

🔍 Tenant Selection & Placement

Credit, background, eviction history, and income verification on every applicant

💵 Rent Collection

Automated monthly collection, disbursed to you by the 12th of each month

🔧 Maintenance Coordination

24/7 tenant hotline, licensed local contractors, zero markup on repairs — ever

🛡️ Eviction Protection

Legal and court costs covered up to $3,000 if eviction is necessary

🏠 Semi-Annual Inspections

Two full walkthroughs per year with detailed photo reports at no extra charge

📋 Rental License Assistance

Baltimore County rental license coordination — inspection scheduling and 3-year renewal handled

📊 Financial Reporting

Real-time owner portal, monthly statements, and year-end 1099 tax reporting

📄 Lease Preparation & Renewals

Maryland-compliant leases and renewals — lease renewals always free

Baltimore County Rental License — Essex Landlords

All rental properties in Essex require a Baltimore County rental license valid for 3 years, with a required property inspection. This is one of the most important compliance requirements for Essex landlords — failure to maintain a valid license can prevent rent collection and eviction proceedings.

⚠️ 3-Year License Required for Essex Rentals

Baltimore County requires a rental license renewed every 3 years with a property inspection. HBAY coordinates your inspection and renewal every 3 years as part of our standard flat monthly fee — no extra charge.

Read our complete Baltimore County Rental License guide →

Own a Rental Property in Essex?

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does property management cost in Essex?
HBAY charges a flat $150/month per property in Essex — all-inclusive. No percentage of rent, no lease fees, no maintenance markup. Most Baltimore County managers charge 8–12% of rent plus multiple add-on fees. First 3 months are completely free.
Do you handle the Baltimore County rental license for Essex properties?
Yes — we coordinate the entire Baltimore County rental license process — inspection scheduling and renewal every 3 years. This is included in your flat $150/month at no additional charge.
What if I need to evict a tenant in Essex?
We handle the entire eviction process — from initial notice through Baltimore County District Court. Our eviction protection covers all legal and court costs up to $3,000. This is included in your flat monthly fee.
Can you manage my Essex property if I live out of state?
Absolutely. Maryland law requires out-of-state owners to have a local authorized agent — HBAY fulfills that requirement. You receive rent by the 12th each month and monthly reports while we handle everything locally in Essex.
How much does a Baltimore County rental license cost?
Getting a Baltimore County rental license costs approximately $210 total — a $60 application fee paid to Baltimore County, plus around $150 for a required property inspection by a licensed home inspector. The license is valid for 3 years. When you manage with HBAY, we coordinate the entire process on your behalf at no additional charge beyond the actual fees.

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