Leasing Coordinator

Company Description

Abode Communities is a regional non‑profit real estate development and property management firm. Abode Communities Property Management manages over 40 multifamily residential communities serving some 6,200 low‑income people throughout California. The organization, with a 98% portfolio‑wide occupancy rate, offers a full range of professional services to ensure our residential portfolios, and housing portfolios of similar community development organizations, remain physically solvent and in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Property management staff members go above and beyond to ensure each property managed becomes a pillar within its community. This is accomplished through the creation of vibrant, connected spaces that support each resident’s emotional, physical and financial ability to thrive.

Position Summary: The Leasing Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting the leasing operations across our affordable housing portfolio. This individual is responsible for facilitating the leasing process, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local housing regulations (including LIHTC and HUD programs), and delivering excellent customer service to prospective and current residents. The ideal candidate will be organized, detail‑oriented, and passionate about affordable housing.

• Coordinate all leasing activities including scheduling tours, processing applications, and preparing lease documentation.
• Conduct applicant interviews and gather required documentation for eligibility verification under LIHTC, Section 8, or other affordable housing programs.
• Ensure timely and accurate completion of tenant files in accordance with compliance guidelines.
• Maintain updated records in property management software (e.g., Yardi, Real Page, etc.).
• Respond to inquiries from prospective residents and follow up on leads.
• Prepare and distribute leasing materials, marketing flyers, and community updates.
• Assist with annual recertifications and resident file audits.
• Collaborate with property management, compliance, and resident services teams to ensure smooth lease‑up and ongoing occupancy.
• Support the planning and implementation of community events and outreach efforts to promote available units.
• Ensure the leasing office and model units are clean, welcoming, and well‑stocked with materials.
• Maintain accurate records and track all essential leasing and resident documentation.
• Provide regular progress updates and prepare reports.
• Attend required leasing calls for properties.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local housing regulations, including Fair Housing laws.
• Develop and maintain relationships with external providers.

• High school diploma or GED required;
  Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Real Estate, or related field preferred.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in residential leasing or property management, preferably in affordable housing preferred.
• Strong knowledge of LIHTC, HUD, Section 8, the Los Angeles Housing Department and Fair Housing regulations preferred.
• Proficiency in property management software (Yardi, One Site, or similar) and Microsoft Office Suite required.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Bilingual fluency a plus.
• Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS), Tax Credit Specialist (TCS), or similar certification preferred.
• Must be able to travel to multiple locations.

Abode Communities embraces equal opportunity and diversity as a core value. We define diversity as "fostering an organizational culture of inclusion, where different experiences and perspectives of those we serve and those with whom we work are respected and valued." Abode Communities fosters a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment, whether based on race, national origin, gender, gender expression, religion, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or any other criterion prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We seek to recruit, develop, and retain talented people from diverse candidate pools. Applications from traditionally underrepresented communities are encouraged.