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Durham Woods Associates
Leasing Agent
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What they do
A Leasing Consultant works within the rental office of an apartment complex or residential community. Responsible for sales and marketing of rental properties and dealing with maintenance requests and customer service needs of existing tenants.
$31,032 / year median in New Jersey
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Leasing Agent Durham Woods Associates Livingston, NJ Job Details Full-time $30 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Paid time off Professional development assistance Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Customer follow-ups Visitor query response Fair Housing Act Property management tools Phone communication Anti-discrimination law Lease document preparation Greeting customers Property showing Yardi Filing Conducting guided tours Sales presentations Phone customer support Data management Lead Nurturing Hospitality industry experience Customer relationship management Compliance documentation Lead Tracking Closing sales leads Housing application processing Communication skills Sales follow-up Multifamily properties Marketing Entry level Tenants Closing sales Full Job Description Job post summary Date posted: March 3, 2026
Pay:
$30.00 per hour Job description: 169-Unit Luxury Apartment Community, New Jersey Pay:
$30.00 per hour + Commission Structure | Full-Time | In-Person About the Community Highgate at Livingston is a 169-apartment luxury residential community located in Livingston, New Jersey. We are seeking a motivated, polished, and results-driven Leasing Agent who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes ownership of driving occupancy. This is a high-visibility role within a premium asset that rewards performance. Position Overview As Leasing Agent, you will serve as the first point of contact for prospective residents. You will guide applicants through the leasing process from initial inquiry through lease execution and move-in coordination, maintain strict compliance with Fair Housing regulations, and directly impact revenue performance through leasing success. Key Responsibilities- Professionally greet prospects and residents in person, by phone, and via email
- Conduct engaging and informative apartment tours that effectively showcase value and close leases
- Respond promptly to phone and email inquiries, capture lead information accurately on guest cards, and execute persistent follow-up
- Manage the full leasing cycle: lead management, follow-up, application processing, screening coordination, lease preparation, and seamless move-in coordination
- Accurately enter and maintain prospect and resident data using property management platforms such as Yardi/Rent Café, CRM, MRI, or OnSite
- Ensure all leasing activities comply with federal, state, and local Fair Housing laws
- Assist with marketing initiatives and outreach efforts to maintain strong occupancy levels
- Coordinate with maintenance to confirm apartments are fully move-in ready
- Maintain organized, audit-ready documentation and leasing files
- Contribute to a collaborative team environment while maintaining a professional appearance and high service standards Qualifications
- Prior experience in leasing, hospitality, sales, or high-level customer service preferred
- Strong sales aptitude with the ability to confidently present value and close leases
- Proven follow-up discipline and lead management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Professional demeanor and polished presentation
- Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment
- Working knowledge of Yardi, Rent Café, MRI, OnSite, or similar software preferred
- Reliable transportation to and from work What We Offer
- Competitive hourly compensation
- Commission structure tied to leasing performance
- Paid Time Off
- Supportive and professional team environment
- Opportunity for advancement within a professionally managed portfolio
- Stable, full-time position in a luxury residential community Work Schedule Full-Time | Weekends Mandatory | On-Site Position Equal Employment Opportunity Statement We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.