Property Management Fees in the GTA: Percentage vs. Flat Fee
Property managers in the GTA generally price their services one of two ways — a percentage of monthly rent, or a flat fee. This page outlines what the full comparison guide will cover; for Skyhouse's own current pricing, see our pricing page rather than any figures here.
This guide is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute formal legal advice. Landlord-tenant laws in Ontario change frequently. Before serving notices or taking legal action, consult a licensed paralegal or lawyer regulated by the Law Society of Ontario.
Published September 24, 2026 · Last updated September 24, 2026
Here's what the full article on this topic will cover, section by section.
The two common fee models
- Percentage-of-monthly-rent pricing, and the general range this tends to fall in across the GTA market
- Flat monthly fee pricing, independent of the rent amount
- Hybrid or tiered models some managers use
What's usually included vs. billed separately
- Leasing or lease-renewal fees
- Maintenance coordination markups
- Administrative or statement fees
Percentage model: trade-offs
- Scales naturally with rent
- Partially aligns the manager's incentives with the owner's
- Can feel expensive on higher-rent units
Flat-fee model: trade-offs
- Predictable monthly cost regardless of rent
- Watch for scope exclusions that turn into add-on charges
- May affect how much attention lower-rent units receive
Questions to ask before signing with any GTA manager
- Exactly what's included in the quoted fee, and what isn't
- The leasing fee for a new tenant placement
- Contract length and exit terms
- How maintenance is marked up, if at all
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