Chicago Single-Family Portfolio Management for Investors Who Think in Returns.
Professional property management for rental portfolios of 3–30 doors. Investor-mindset operations, transparent pricing, and an integrated maintenance network — built for owners who treat their properties as portfolio assets.
Your Properties Are Portfolio Assets. We Manage Them That Way.
Most property management companies treat single-family rentals as an afterthought — small accounts that get junior-level attention. At Altus, we manage single-family portfolios with the same investor-mindset approach we bring to our multifamily and HOA clients.
That means portfolio-level thinking: consistent processes across all your properties, vendor relationships that benefit your entire portfolio, and financial reporting that helps you make informed decisions about acquisitions, dispositions, and rent positioning.
Whether you own 3 doors or 30, you get the same senior-level attention, the same technology platform, and the same integrated maintenance network that our largest clients rely on.
Full-Service Portfolio Management.
Everything you need to operate a rental portfolio professionally — without the operational burden of doing it yourself.
Tenant Screening & Placement
Credit, criminal, employment, and rental history verification. We place tenants who pay on time and take care of your property — reducing turnover and protecting your investment.
Rent Collection & Accounting
Automated rent collection, late fee enforcement, and monthly owner statements. You see every dollar in and out — deposited directly to your account on a predictable schedule.
Maintenance & Repairs
24/7 maintenance coordination through our integrated network (My Handyman Chicago for routine work, vetted specialists for everything else). Photo-documented, transparent pricing, no hidden markups.
Lease Management & Compliance
Chicago RLTO compliance, lease renewals, rent increase strategy, and legal coordination. We handle the paperwork and regulatory requirements so you do not have to.
Financial Reporting & Tax Prep
Monthly income/expense statements, annual summaries, and 1099 preparation. Your CPA will thank you — everything organized and delivered on time.
Property Inspections
Move-in/move-out inspections with photo documentation, periodic property checks, and preventive maintenance recommendations. We catch small problems before they become expensive ones.
We Manage Portfolios at Every Stage.
3–5 Doors
Investors building their first portfolio who want professional management from the start — avoiding the mistakes that self-managing landlords learn the hard way.
6–15 Doors
Growing portfolios where self-management is no longer practical. You have a day job, other investments, or simply want your weekends back.
16–30 Doors
Established portfolios where operational efficiency, vendor relationships, and consistent processes directly impact your bottom line and property values.
What Makes Altus Different for Portfolio Investors.
We built Altus as investors, for investors. Every operational decision is filtered through an owner's lens — not just a property manager's checklist.
Investor-mindset management — we think about your properties as portfolio assets, not just monthly cash flow
Transparent pricing — you know exactly what you pay and what you get
Month-to-month agreements — no long-term lock-in, we earn your business every month
Integrated maintenance network — faster repairs, better quality, no hidden markups
Portfolio-level reporting — see performance across all your properties in one dashboard
Acquisition support — we help you evaluate new purchases and provide rental analysis before you buy
Two Tiers. One Standard.
Maintenance-Only
For self-managing landlords who need maintenance support
Keep control of leasing and rent collection while we handle 24/7 tenant maintenance calls, work order dispatch, vendor coordination, and repair tracking.
Learn moreFull-Service
Hands-off property management for investors
Everything in Maintenance-Only plus leasing, tenant screening, rent collection, accounting, legal compliance, and portfolio reporting. True hands-off ownership.
View pricingCommon Questions from Portfolio Investors.
What size single-family portfolios do you manage?+
We manage single-family rental portfolios from 3 to 30 doors across Chicagoland. Our investor-mindset approach works best for owners who think about their properties as portfolio assets — not just individual rentals.
How do you handle maintenance for scattered-site portfolios?+
Our sister company, My Handyman Chicago, handles routine maintenance across all your properties with consistent quality and transparent pricing. For specialized work, we maintain a vetted vendor network with negotiated rates. Every job is photo-documented via CompanyCam.
What does your management fee include?+
Our transparent pricing covers rent collection, tenant communication, maintenance coordination, monthly financial reporting, lease management, and portal access. No hidden fees, no surprise charges. Visit our pricing page for specific rates.
Do you help with acquisitions and rental analysis?+
Yes. We provide free rental analysis for any Chicago property — comparable units, neighborhood trends, and positioning recommendations. We also evaluate potential acquisitions and provide operational assessments before you buy.
Can I start with Maintenance-Only and upgrade later?+
Absolutely. Our Maintenance-Only tier handles 24/7 tenant maintenance calls, work order dispatch, and vendor coordination while you keep control of leasing and rent collection. Many clients start here and upgrade to Full-Service when ready.
Get a Free Rental Analysis for Your Portfolio.
Send us your property addresses and we will provide market-driven rental analysis — comparable units, neighborhood trends, and positioning recommendations. No sales call required.