Full-Service Philadelphia Property Management

Simplifying Property Management Services

At HubKey, we believe that time is your most valuable asset. That’s why we are dedicated to providing simple, dependable property management services to Philadelphia property owners who want to generate income without the hassle. 

Our team of property managers has years of expertise in managing rental properties across the city. We handle everything from finding the perfect tenants to collecting rent and handling maintenance requests. We take care of all the details so you can relax and enjoy your investment.

Whether you own a single-family home or multi-family properties, our management services are designed to meet your unique needs and maximize your investment. 

Our Process

Rental License and Lease Compliance

Philadelphia’s rental license requirements can be complex and time-consuming for property owners to navigate. At HubKey, we specialize in managing the entire compliance process, ensuring your properties remain legally compliant while you focus on more important matters. Our comprehensive rental license services eliminate the hassle and uncertainty from this critical aspect of property ownership.

  • Lead-based paint test coordination (if needed)​

  • Commercial Activity License​

  • Rental License​ procurement

  • Certificate of Rental Suitability​

  • All addendum to make sure you have a compliant Philadelphia Lease​

Marketing & Tenant Screening

We use proven marketing strategies to get eyes on your property fast. Your listing will be featured on all of the top websites and shared across our social media to ensure maximum exposure.

We work closely with you to confirm qualification standards, and our thorough application process covers income verification, credit checks, criminal screenings, eviction history, and landlord references.

  • Comprehensive rental price evaluation based on market research
  • Professional photography for all listings
  • Property marketing sent to 60+ top websites
  • On-site property showings
  • Bi-weekly progress reports during marketing
  • Thorough tenant screening process
  • Fair Housing compliance
  • Pet & emotional support animal screening

Leasing and Move-In

We use attorney-approved leases for all rental properties, answering tenant questions and ensuring they fully understand the lease. We also do a comprehensive property evaluation before move-in day.

  • Custom, city-compliant leases with enhanced landlord protection
  • Pre-move-in instructions & utility verification
  • Move-in property evaluation 
  • Move-in coordination
  • Tenant orientation and welcome

Ongoing Property Management

You’ll have a dedicated property manager as your primary point of contact, ensuring personalized service and prompt attention to all aspects of your property management. Our proactive communication approach is designed to keep tenants happy, ensuring tenant satisfaction and long-term occupancy.

  • Dedicated property manager
  • 24/7/365 emergency maintenance support for tenants
  • 24/7 owner access to maintenance portal 
  • Coordination of maintenance and repair services with trusted local vendors
  • In the rare case of eviction, we coordinate the eviction diversion process and, if needed, involve local legal professionals.

Simple, Transparent Financial Management

No more chasing rent! We collect rent fast and direct deposit owner draws even faster. Owner disbursements are made as electronic deposits directly into your bank.

  • Rental payment collection
  • Monthly profit & loss statement sent to owners
  • 24/7 access to financial portal
  • Year-end financial statements

Pricing

Rental License & Philadelphia Lease Compliance

$ 500 One-time service fee
  • Lead-based paint test coordination (if needed)*
  • Commercial Activity License
  • Rental License**
  • Certificate of Rental Suitability
  • All addendum to make sure you have a compliant Philadelphia Lease

Property Leasing
Services

1 Month's rent*
  • All rental license/lease compliance services, PLUS...
  • Rental market analysis
  • Property marketing
  • Fair Housing Act compliant tenant screening
  • Custom, landlord-friendly lease
  • Federal, state, and city regulatory compliance
  • Property showing coordination

Full-Service Property Management

8 % Of monthly rent*
  • All rental license/lease compliance & property leasing services, PLUS...
  • Move-in coordination
  • Full and detailed property evaluation
  • 24/7/365 maintenance coverage
  • Complete financial reporting
  • Annual property evaluations
  • Licensed, insured, and vetted local contractors

Our Guarantees

Transparent Pricing – No Hidden Fees

All our fees are disclosed upfront in our management agreement. No surprises, ever.

Quick Rental Payment Assurance

When a tenant pays rent on time, we guarantee your payment will be processed by the 15th of each month.

Service Performance Promise

We don't get paid until you get paid. Our interests are aligned—we only make money when you receive rent, incentivizing us to find the most qualified tenants quickly.

Timely Response Commitment

We pledge to respond to all communication within 24 business hours. Your time is valuable, and we respect that with prompt, professional service.

Local Expertise Across Downtown Philadelphia

From the historic charm of Old City to the trendy vibe of Fishtown, we provide specialized knowledge of Philadelphia’s diverse neighborhoods to maximize your property’s potential.

What Our Clients Say

"HubKey is an amazing resource for property management if you own rentals in the Philly market. There are a ton of management companies out there but not many are good at what they do. Hubkey is one of those companies that you can set it and forget it. Highly recommend Mike Goldstein and Hubkey."
-Nick G.
"Mike and his team are extremely responsive and knowledgeable when it comes to property management. I am a first time home buyer and this was my first time using a property manager and he made the process extremely easy and made sure I was well informed prior to signing anything! Would highly recommend it for anyone in the Philly area!"
-Maria P.
"Mike has been outstanding in leasing my Graduate Hospital home. His professional service, expert marketing, thorough tenant screening, and prompt communication have made the process smooth and hassle-free. I highly recommend HubKey for their exceptional property management services."
-Robert P.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our pricing is transparent and straightforward: 8% monthly management fee, one month’s rent for new resident placement, and a one-time $250 setup fee. This comprehensive fee structure covers all our standard services with no hidden charges, providing you with predictable costs and exceptional value.

Our pricing is transparent and straightforward: 8% monthly management fee, one month’s rent for new resident placement, and a one-time $250 setup fee. This comprehensive fee structure covers all our standard services with no hidden charges, providing you with predictable costs and exceptional value.

First, we train all tenants to distinguish between true emergencies and minor maintenance requests. All non-emergency requests are submitted through our maintenance portal. Then, the property manager will call the tenant to figure out if a service vendor is needed to fix the problem. We exclusively use vetted, high-quality local vendors for all repairs and maintenance on our properties.  

Repairs over 500 dollars require approval from property owner. 

Emergency HVAC repairs are done immediately without prior authorization, because those are a health and safety hazard for tenants and property. 

Our approach to maintenance is designed and time-tested to balance the needs of the tenants and the bottom line of our clients. 

All rent is collected electronically. Rent is due on 1st of the month, and is considered late by the 6th. When tenants are late, we begin the “Eviction Diversion Program,” a mediation program run by the city of Philadelphia that provides help with rent and tries to avoid eviction whenever possible. 

Criteria include: 

Income Requirements:

  • Verified gross monthly income must be at least 3x the monthly rent
  • All income sources must be current
  • HubKey may reject inconsistent, seasonal, or “under the table” income

Credit History:

  • 625+ credit score preferred with minimum 1 year credit history
  • No undischarged bankruptcies, recent bankruptcies without established credit, or foreclosure history

Rental History:

  • Continuous history with positive landlord referrals preferred
  • No evictions within past 4 years (excluding COVID period evictions)
  • No outstanding debt to previous landlords

Other Requirements:

  • Criminal background check (violent offenses, financial crimes, etc. may disqualify)
  • Occupancy limits: 2 people per bedroom plus 1 (2 maximum for efficiency units)
  • Lease terms typically 12+ months, with move-in within 30 days of availability
  • Pet policies vary by property (support animals require documentation)
  • Non-smoking tenants preferred
  • False information on application is grounds for denial

Applications will only be processed when all required documents are received from all applicants and cosigners. 

See full list of Rental Criteria here

Our tenant screening program is specifically designed to screen out problem tenants that require eviction. When we screen tenants ourselves, we almost never need to pursue eviction. 

In the rare cases where eviction is necessary, we work with trusted Philadelphia attorneys with specific experience in eviction law.

It’s a company policy to return all client messages within 24 business hours. Email communication is preferred but not required. We also have a portal people can use. 

Urgent matters can be called into our central number (215-600-1799) and answered right away. 

We do move-out and move-in evaluations in detail. Tenants must sign a document accepting the condition of the property. This allows us to take the money from the security deposit if there’s damage that wasn’t present at move-in.

We do move-out and move-in evaluations in detail. Tenants must sign a document accepting the condition of the property. This allows us to take the money from the security deposit if there’s damage that wasn’t present at move-in.

Once we collect rent, we go through an internal process and then you get the money between the 10th and the 12th of the month. All clients receive a monthly Profit & Loss statement, and can access it at any time on the Owner Portal. 

We gather extensive property information and photography, and send it to 50 different real estate sites.