When you're in charge of an apartment or other property, you have a lot of responsibilities and numerous things to manage. The primary focus for most will be attracting residents, keeping them happy, and ensuring that the property is in top shape. And while marketing can make it easier to draw in new residents, one thing that you need to do is create a property that they won't want to leave.

The best way to do this is to take the time to create a community feeling in your property. Whether it's a large apartment building, a multi-structure complex, or something else entirely, a few simple tips can help you create that community vibe and keep your residents loving their home. Here are some things that you can think about doing.
 

  • Set up public areas. Whether it's a picnic area, a pool, or something else, giving your residents a place that they can all use will often bring them together in a significant way.
  • Build better communication between yourself and your residents, and also work on building communication between residents. This can be through regular property focused meetings, newsletters, or even a suggestion box.
  • Take care of things! Properly maintaining your property and managing issues helps residents feel better about where they live and improves the overall feel and ambiance of the property. This can have a tremendous impact on that community vibe.
  • Hold events that are just for residents. Fourth of July cookouts, holiday themed events, Halloween trick or treat festivals, and more can all be done to bring the community together. You can even do contests - things like the best decorated door during Halloween or Christmas, for instance.

Building a stronger sense of community at your property can help improve your resident retention, your ability to draw in new leases, and can also help build your reputation and brand identity within your area.

Property management isn't always easy to do, but we're here to help. You can always plan out a variety of events and steps, but letting Occupancy Solutions handle the process of property management gives you more time to meet your residents and work on growing your business in various ways. Contact us today to learn more about what we can do to help you.