Local Fit
Property management services in Brevard County
This page is built for owners who want a local Brevard County property manager, not a generic national call center. The work is handled from Melbourne, with service coverage across the county and support for both residential rentals and snowbird properties.
Julie Schooler has led Sunshine Realty since 2004, and Roger Bukowski brings 30+ years of Brevard County home sales experience. You can read more about the team on our About page.
Service areas
Representative coverage across Brevard County.
Scope
Who we help
Owners need different levels of support. Some want full leasing and management. Others need a trusted local team to watch over a seasonal home. This page covers both.
Single-property owners
Hands-on management for owners who want reliable tenants, clean reporting, and less day-to-day friction.
Multi-property owners
Consistent systems, portfolio-level pricing, and one local team coordinating leasing, maintenance, and communication.
Out-of-state owners
Local oversight, faster response on repairs, and regular updates when you cannot be on the ground in Brevard County.
Snowbird and seasonal owners
Property checks, storm prep, utility monitoring, and arrival/departure coordination for part-time residents.
Services
Our property management in Brevard County
We organize the work that keeps rental properties stable: leasing, maintenance, owner updates, and local oversight. For snowbird owners, we also cover the seasonal details that cannot wait until you are back in town.
Residential property management
Complete management for single-family homes, condos, and townhomes across Brevard County.
Tenant screening and placement
Professional rent collection and late-fee enforcement
Lease renewals and tenant relations
Routine inspections with owner updates
Monthly statements and reporting
Emergency coordination with licensed contractors
Snowbird property management
Seasonal oversight for owners who need local eyes on the property while they are away.
Scheduled property checks
Pre-arrival and post-departure preparation
Storm preparation and follow-up
Utility and service coordination
Landscape and pool vendor coordination
Mail and package handling support
Deliverables
What you get
The core question for most owners is simple: what does a Brevard County property manager actually take off my plate? These are the main operating pieces we handle.
Tenant placement
We market vacancies, screen applicants, verify income, and place qualified tenants who fit the property.
Rent collection
Collected-rent pricing, enforcement of late fees, and regular owner disbursements keep the numbers clear.
Maintenance coordination
We coordinate routine and emergency repairs with trusted local vendors so issues are handled quickly.
Owner reporting
Monthly statements and documented activity make it easier to track income, expenses, and property status.
Compliance support
Lease workflows, notices, and management procedures are handled with local rental operations in mind.
Local oversight
Being based in Melbourne matters when the property needs an in-person check, vendor coordination, or owner update.
Process
Our property management process
Owners usually want to know how fast the process starts and what happens after the first call. This is the path we use to move from inquiry to active management.
Free consultation
We review your property, goals, and management needs so you know whether we are the right fit.
Property evaluation
We assess the rental position, discuss pricing, and identify any improvements or prep work before launch.
Tenant placement or seasonal setup
We market the home or organize seasonal oversight, depending on the property and ownership plan.
Ongoing management
After onboarding, we handle communication, coordination, and reporting so ownership stays organized.
Why Sunshine Realty
Why owners choose Sunshine Realty over other property management companies in Brevard County
Local experience matters when a tenant issue, repair, storm concern, or move-in detail needs a fast answer. Sunshine Realty combines Brevard County market knowledge with direct owner access, clear pricing, and an office owners can contact when something needs attention.
What owners compare first
These are the factors most owners look at when they compare local property management companies.
What is visible on this page
Sunshine Realty's current on-page proof gives owners real details to compare before requesting a quote.
Want to vet the team first? Review our broker and agent background or use the contact page for a direct conversation before requesting a quote.
Local point of contact
Sunshine Realty works from Melbourne and serves owners across Brevard County.
Pricing
Pricing and quote process
Owners usually want fee clarity before anything else. These are the current management terms shown on the site, with custom quoting reserved for seasonal and snowbird service packages.
If you want a practical breakdown of what these fees mean before you call, read our Brevard County property management cost guide.
| Service type | Management fee | Included |
|---|---|---|
| Single property | 10% |
|
| Multiple properties | 8% |
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| Snowbird / seasonal | Custom |
|
Setup fee
Free
Leasing fee
1/2 month rent
Maintenance markup
0%
Owner Resources
Owner resources before you hire a property management company
The service page should answer the fit question fast. These links help owners start with the landlord guide, then dig deeper into pricing, company comparison, responsibilities, and the self-manage versus hire decision before they commit.
Brevard County landlord guide
Start with the PM hub if you want the fastest route into costs, company comparison, workload, and next steps for local rental owners.
Property management cost guide
Review Sunshine Realty's current fee structure and the questions owners should ask before comparing local companies.
How to compare companies
Use a practical checklist to compare local property management companies before you request a quote.
What a property manager actually does
Clarify the operating work a property management company handles before you decide whether to keep that work in-house.
Self-manage vs hire
Compare the time, distance, and response burden of self-management against hiring local help in Brevard County.
Renting out your house for the first time?
Start with the setup guide if you need the prep checklist for repairs, owner systems, pricing questions, and management decisions before the house is occupied.
Snowbird ownership guide
Use the seasonal-owner guide if the property is only occupied part of the year and needs a stronger local oversight plan while you are away.
Out-of-state owner guide
Use the remote-owner guide when the main issue is distance, local follow-through, and how to manage a Brevard County rental from another state.
Switching management companies?
Use the switching guide if you already have a manager and need a cleaner handoff plan before you change companies.
Request a management quote
Start with the quote form if you already know the property is in Brevard County and want next steps.
Reviews
What property owners say
These owner comments reflect the themes most landlords care about: communication, local response, and confidence that the property is being handled well.
"Sunshine Realty has managed my three rental properties for over 5 years. They keep my properties occupied with quality tenants and handle all maintenance issues quickly. I truly have passive income now."
Robert Martinez
Melbourne, FL
"After trying two other management companies, I found Sunshine Realty. Julie and her team are responsive, professional, and actually care about my investment. My rental income has increased 20% since switching."
Linda Thompson
Cocoa Beach, FL
"I live out of state and was worried about managing my Florida investment property. Sunshine Realty gives me complete peace of mind with their monthly reports and proactive communication."
Mark Stevens
Palm Bay, FL
FAQs
FAQs about Brevard County property management
The short questions below mirror the issues owners raise before they hire a local property manager.
Still comparing pricing and service scope? Start with our Brevard County property management cost guide.
Next Step
Get a Brevard County property management quote
If you need help with a long-term rental or snowbird property, start with the form or call Julie directly. We can review the property, explain fit, and outline the next steps.
Helpful links
Learn more about the team on our About page.
Need a different starting point? Use the Contact page.
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