Property management · Essex County
Property management in Lawrence, MA.
Flat-fee, bilingual property management for Lawrence landlords — from the triple-deckers on Tower Hill to the mill conversions downtown. One transparent rate, zero markups, and a manager who’s actually based here.
~74%
Renter-occupied
~28K
Housing units
~$1,750
Median asking rent
EN/ES
Bilingual leasing
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How Marcel helps Lawrence owners
Lawrence is a rental city. We manage it like locals, because we are.
Roughly three in four Lawrence homes are rentals, and a large share of tenants are Spanish-speaking. That combination punishes out-of-town managers who use one-size-fits-all leases and English-only paperwork. Marcel does the opposite: every notice, lease, and disclosure is Massachusetts-compliant and available in English and Spanish, so nothing gets lost between you and your tenant.
We know the housing stock too — the triple-deckers, the converted mill lofts along the Merrimack, the two-families in South Lawrence. We market them where Lawrence renters actually look, screen applicants consistently and within fair-housing law, and coordinate repairs through local vendors at pass-through cost. One flat fee. No percentage of your rent, no leasing surprise, no markup on the plumber.
What’s included
Full management & tenant placement.
Comprehensive management
- ✓Online rent collection & owner disbursement
- ✓Maintenance coordination, zero markup
- ✓Financial reporting & year-end statements
- ✓MA-compliant leases & legal compliance
- ✓One dedicated, local point of contact
Tenant placement
- ✓Listing & syndication where renters search
- ✓In-person, self-guided & video showings
- ✓Credit, income & background screening
- ✓Bilingual applications & lease signing
- ✓Section 8 voucher & inspection experience
$149 per unit, per month. That’s the whole price.
No percentage of rent. No leasing fee. Larger portfolios scale down per door.
Neighborhoods we cover
Every corner of Lawrence.
Lawrence owners on Marcel
Managed, so they don’t have to be.
“Josh was fantastic — professional, responsive, and tenant-focused. Clear communication the whole way, and he connected me with reliable tenants fast. Highly recommend.”
“I was overwhelmed with the day-to-day until Marcel stepped in. From tenant selection to rent collection, they handle everything. Now I actually enjoy being a homeowner — it’s been a complete game-changer.”
Lawrence FAQ
Common questions from Lawrence landlords.
Do you handle Spanish-speaking tenants?
Yes — leasing, screening, notices, and disclosures are all available in English and Spanish. In a city where a large share of renters are Spanish-speaking, bilingual paperwork prevents disputes and keeps you compliant.
How much do you charge in Lawrence?
A flat $149 per unit, per month — the same rate everywhere we work. No percentage of rent, no leasing fee, no markup on maintenance. Larger portfolios scale down per door.
Do you work with Section 8 in Lawrence?
Yes. We’re experienced with Massachusetts housing voucher programs and the inspection process, and we comply with the state’s source-of-income protections.
Do you manage multi-families and triple-deckers?
Absolutely — two- and three-families and small multi-unit buildings are the backbone of Lawrence rental stock and a core part of what we manage. The flat fee is simply per occupied unit.
More questions? See the full FAQ or reach out directly.
Nearby areas we serve
Own elsewhere in the Valley?
Take the first step
Own in Lawrence? Let’s manage it right.
Start with a free consultation. We’ll review your Lawrence property, answer your questions, and set up your management agreement — at no cost.
Or call (617) 286-4866 · Monday–Friday, 9am–6pm