Kansas City Property Management | Trusted by Property Owners Since 2013
Owning rental property in Kansas City should build your wealth, not drain your time. Alpine Property Management Kansas City is a full service property management company built for landlords who want reliable income without the daily grind of tenant calls, maintenance emergencies, and late rent payments.
Founded in 2013 by Marcus and Cara Painter, Alpine was created to solve a specific problem: out of state and remote investors needed a Kansas City property manager they could actually trust. Someone who would treat their properties like their own, communicate proactively, and deliver consistent results.
Today, we manage over 250 rental properties across the Kansas City metro area. Our owners see a 98% rent collection rate, 96% occupancy, and an average vacancy period of just 14 days. Whether you own one single family rental in Independence or a portfolio of 20 units spread across the metro, Alpine gives you the systems, transparency, and local expertise to maximize your returns and minimize your involvement.
We are not a franchise. We are not a tech startup experimenting with property management. We are a locally owned, Kansas City based team that has managed rentals here for over a decade.
Kansas City Property Management Services
Alpine offers two service tiers designed to match how involved you want to be in the management of your rental property.
Full Service Property Management
Our full service option is designed for owners who want to be completely hands off. We handle every aspect of owning and operating your rental, from finding a qualified tenant to coordinating a midnight plumbing emergency. Full service management includes:
Tenant Placement and Screening: We market your property across Zillow, Realtor.com, Apartments.com, and dozens of other listing platforms. Every applicant goes through a comprehensive screening process that includes credit checks, criminal background checks, employment and income verification, and previous landlord references. Our screening standards are designed to place tenants who pay on time and take care of your property.
Rent Collection and Financial Reporting: Tenants pay through our online portal, and owners receive detailed monthly statements showing income, expenses, and net proceeds. You will always know exactly where your money is going.
Maintenance Coordination: We manage all maintenance requests through our system, dispatching trusted vendors for repairs and keeping you informed throughout the process. We handle emergency calls 24/7 so you never have to.
Legal Compliance and Evictions: Kansas City has specific landlord tenant laws, fair housing regulations, and local ordinances that change regularly. We stay current on all of them so you do not have to. If an eviction becomes necessary, we manage the entire process from notice to filing to possession.
Property Inspections: We conduct routine inspections to catch maintenance issues early, verify lease compliance, and protect the condition of your investment.
Leasing Only Services
If you prefer to manage your own property but need help finding a qualified tenant, our leasing only service handles the heavy lifting of marketing, showing, screening, and placing a tenant. Once the lease is signed and the tenant moves in, management transfers back to you. This is a popular option for experienced local landlords who have the time to handle day to day operations but want professional grade tenant placement.
What Is Not Included
We believe in transparency. Our management fees cover the services listed above. Capital improvements, major renovations, and optional add on services such as furnishing for short term rentals are handled separately and always approved by you in advance.
How Onboarding Works, From Signup to First Rent Check
Getting started with Alpine is straightforward. We have onboarded hundreds of property owners, and our process is designed to get your property performing as quickly as possible while making sure nothing is missed.
Step 1: Initial Consultation
We start with a phone call or video meeting to learn about your property, your investment goals, and your expectations. We will discuss your current situation, whether the property is vacant, occupied with an existing tenant, or in need of make ready work, and outline exactly what to expect moving forward.
Step 2: Property Evaluation
We assess your property’s rental potential, recommend any repairs or improvements that will maximize your rental income, and determine the optimal rental price based on current Kansas City market data. If your property is already tenant occupied, we review the existing lease and begin the transition process with the tenant.
Step 3: Management Agreement
Once we are aligned on expectations, we execute a management agreement and get your property set up in our system. You will receive access to your owner portal where you can view statements, approve maintenance, and track performance at any time.
Step 4: Marketing and Tenant Placement
For vacant properties, we begin marketing immediately. Professional photos, syndicated listings, and our Rently self showing technology allow prospective tenants to tour your property on their schedule, which means faster placement and less vacancy.
Step 5: Ongoing Management
Once a tenant is placed, we handle everything. Rent collection, maintenance, inspections, lease renewals, and communication. You receive your monthly proceeds and stay informed through your owner portal and direct communication with our team.
Every property is different, so the timeline from signup to first rent payment varies depending on the property’s condition and the local rental market. Our goal is always to minimize your vacancy and start generating income as quickly as possible.
Who We Work With
Remote and Out of State Investors
This is our specialty. A large percentage of the properties we manage are owned by investors who live outside Kansas City, or outside Missouri entirely. If you purchased a rental property in Kansas City because the numbers made sense but you live in California, Texas, New York, or anywhere else, you need a property manager who communicates proactively and operates with full transparency.
Our owner portal gives you 24/7 access to your financials, maintenance history, and property documents. You will never wonder what is happening with your investment. We built Alpine specifically to serve remote investors, and our systems reflect that.
Local Property Owners
If you live in the Kansas City area and have decided that managing tenants, toilets, and trash is no longer how you want to spend your weekends, we can help. Many of our local owners started as self managers and reached a point where the hassle outweighed the savings. Alpine gives you your time back while keeping your investment on track.
Portfolio Owners and Growing Investors
Whether you own five properties or fifty, managing a portfolio requires systems that scale. Alpine provides consistent management across your entire portfolio with centralized reporting, coordinated maintenance, and a single point of contact. We also work with investors who are actively acquiring properties in the Kansas City market and need a management partner who understands which neighborhoods perform well, what rents the market will support, and how to evaluate a deal.
If you are building a rental portfolio in Kansas City, having a property manager involved early in the acquisition process can prevent costly mistakes and accelerate your returns.
Kansas City Property Management Service Areas
Alpine Property Management serves landlords and investors throughout the Kansas City metropolitan area, covering both the Missouri and Kansas sides. We know these neighborhoods at a street by street level, which areas attract strong tenants, where rents are trending upward, and which pockets to approach with caution.
Missouri Service Areas
Kansas City, MO including Northland, Midtown, Waldo, Brookside, and surrounding neighborhoods
Independence, MO
Lee’s Summit, MO
Liberty, MO
Gladstone, MO
Blue Springs, MO
Raytown, MO
North Kansas City, MO
Grandview, MO
Belton, MO
Parkville, MO
Smithville, MO
Riverside, MO
Platte City, MO
Claycomo, MO
Kansas Service Areas
Overland Park, KS
Kansas City, KS
Olathe, KS
Lenexa, KS
Shawnee, KS
Leawood, KS
Each of our service area pages includes detailed information about that community’s rental market, average rents, tenant demographics, and what investors should know before purchasing there.
Why Property Owners Choose Alpine
Proven Track Record
We have managed rental properties in Kansas City since 2013. Our numbers tell the story: 98% rent collection rate, 96% occupancy across our portfolio, and an average vacancy period of just 14 days. These are not marketing claims, they are the metrics we track every month and hold ourselves accountable to.
Technology That Keeps You Informed
We invest in technology that makes property management more transparent and efficient for our owners. Our PropertyWare owner portal gives you real time access to your financial statements, maintenance requests, lease documents, and property performance, from anywhere, at any time. Prospective tenants can tour your vacant property on their own schedule using Rently self showing technology, which means faster leasing and shorter vacancy periods.
Local Expertise, Hands On Management
Alpine is not a national franchise operating from a call center. We are a Kansas City company, and we manage Kansas City properties. Our team knows the local market, the local regulations, and the local vendors who do quality work at fair prices. When you call Alpine, you reach someone who knows your property and your goals.
Built for Investors
Many property management companies started as real estate brokerages that added management as an afterthought. Alpine was built from the ground up to serve rental property investors. Everything we do, from our reporting to our communication cadence to the way we evaluate maintenance decisions, is designed with your return on investment in mind. We think like investors because we are investors.
We understand that every dollar spent on your property either protects your investment or generates a return, and we make recommendations accordingly.
Kansas City Rental Market Overview
Kansas City has become one of the most attractive rental markets in the Midwest for real estate investors, and the momentum continues to build. Understanding the local landscape is critical to making smart investment decisions, and our team monitors these trends daily.
Why Investors Are Choosing Kansas City
Kansas City consistently ranks among the top metros in the country for rental property investment. The reasons are straightforward: home prices remain well below national averages, rental yields are strong, and the metro area’s economy continues to diversify. Major employers across healthcare, technology, logistics, and government provide a stable tenant base. The cost of living remains affordable compared to coastal markets, which drives consistent rental demand from working professionals and families.
The metro area is also experiencing significant infrastructure investment. The Kansas City International Airport terminal opened in 2023, the downtown streetcar expansion continues to progress, and the region is preparing to host FIFA World Cup matches in 2026, all of which are driving population growth and increased demand for rental housing.
Current Market Trends
Rental rates across the Kansas City metro have shown steady appreciation over the past several years, though the rate of increase has moderated from pandemic era highs. Single family rentals in strong school districts and established neighborhoods continue to command premium rents with low vacancy. Areas like Lee’s Summit, Liberty, Blue Springs, and Overland Park remain highly desirable for tenants and deliver consistent performance for investors.
On the Missouri side, neighborhoods in the Northland and eastern suburbs offer attractive entry points for investors looking for solid cash flow. The Kansas side, particularly Overland Park and Olathe, tends to command higher rents but also comes with higher purchase prices and property taxes.
Investment Opportunities
For investors evaluating the Kansas City market, the key fundamentals remain strong. Favorable price to rent ratios, a growing population, and continued economic development make this a market with both cash flow potential and long term appreciation. Whether you are acquiring your first rental property or expanding an existing portfolio, having a property management partner who understands the street level dynamics of this market is a significant advantage.
Alpine works with investors at every stage, from evaluating potential acquisitions to stabilizing newly purchased properties to optimizing performance across mature portfolios. We bring over a decade of Kansas City specific knowledge to every conversation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kansas City Property Management
How much does property management cost in Kansas City?
Property management fees in Kansas City typically range from 5% to 10% of monthly rent collected, depending on the level of service and the size of your portfolio. Alpine offers customized quotes based on your specific needs. Contact us for a free, no obligation consultation to discuss pricing for your property.
How long does it take to find a tenant?
Our average vacancy period is 14 days from the time a property is rent ready. This is well below the industry average, and it is driven by aggressive marketing, syndicated listings across major platforms, and our Rently self showing technology that allows prospective tenants to tour properties at their convenience.
What areas of Kansas City do you manage?
We serve the entire Kansas City metro area, including Kansas City MO, Kansas City KS, Independence, Lee’s Summit, Liberty, Gladstone, Blue Springs, Raytown, North Kansas City, Overland Park, Olathe, Lenexa, Shawnee, and many more. Visit our service area pages for detailed information about each community.
How do you screen tenants?
Every applicant goes through a comprehensive screening process that includes credit checks, criminal background checks, employment and income verification, and previous landlord references. Our standards are designed to place tenants who pay on time and respect your property.
Can you manage my property if I live out of state?
Absolutely. Remote and out of state investor management is our specialty. A large percentage of the properties we manage are owned by investors who live outside Missouri. Our owner portal, proactive communication, and detailed reporting are built specifically to give remote owners full visibility and confidence.
What is your rent collection rate?
We maintain a 98% rent collection rate across our portfolio through consistent enforcement, clear tenant expectations, and efficient follow up processes.
How do I get started?
Call us at 816-343-4520 or email info@alpinekansascity.com to schedule a free consultation. We will discuss your property, your goals, and how Alpine can help.
Ready to Stop Being a Landlord and Start Being an Investor?
Whether you own one property or fifty, whether you live in Kansas City or across the country, Alpine Property Management gives you the systems, transparency, and local expertise to maximize your rental income. Call us at 816-343-4520 or email info@alpinekansascity.com to schedule your free consultation today.