Leasing Associate
Listed on 2026-02-16
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Real Estate/Property
Property Management, Real Estate Agent
Kiferbaum Development Group (KDG) is a Chicago-based real estate development and investment company specializing in ground-up multifamily and mixed-use projects. We provide in-house construction and property management services.
We are seeking a motivated Leasing Associate to support a growing residential and commercial property management portfolio in Chicago. This role is primarily focused on leasing and showings, with additional support across day-to-day property operations.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys being out in the field, working directly with prospects and residents, and wants a role that is primarily focused on leasing with exposure to property management duties. You’ll work closely with an experienced property manager in a collaborative, fast-moving environment.
Primary Responsibilities (Leasing Focus ~70%)- Coordinate and conduct apartment showings
- Post and manage listings on MLS and App Folio
- Respond to inquiries from prospects and cooperating agents
- Schedule showings and manage lockboxes and access
- Communicate with cooperating agents throughout the leasing process
- Assist with rental applications and documentation
- Send application links and collect required materials (App Folio, Snappt, etc.)
- Prepare application summaries for internal review
- Send move-in letters and assist with tenant onboarding
- Assist with move-in and move-out coordination
- Conduct move-out inspections using provided checklists
- Walk units prior to move-in to confirm readiness
- Assist with account payables and billing items
- Help maintain organization of keys, lockboxes, and supplies
- Provide general operational and office support as needed
- Reliable personal vehicle for showings and site visits
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Comfortable working independently in the field
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
- Strong computer skills; experience with Microsoft Office and App Folio preferred
- Comfortable using a smartphone to manage email, texts, and work orders
- Previous leasing or property management experience
- Familiarity with the Chicago rental market
- Experience coordinating vendors or maintenance requests
In person, with time split between field work (showings and site visits) and office coordination.
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