Larkdale, IL Property Management

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Why Choose Belong Over Property Management?

Earn more. Stress less.

1

Guaranteed Rental Payments
Get paid on time, every time.
With Guaranteed Rent, you get paid on the first, even if your residents are late on rent.

2

Financial Alignment
We partner with you to maximize long-term gains.
We don’t make money if you aren’t first, starting with a full wealth analysis of your home to understand long-term gains and monthly cash flow.

3

24/7 Emergency Support
No more phone tag. We are here for you.
To care for you and your home, your dedicated Concierge works with a team to offer 24/7 support.

Larkdale deserves better than old-school property managers.

Larkdale in Decatur, Illinois boasts a mix of architectural styles, from charming bungalows to modern homes with sleek lines. The neighborhood is known for its walkability and family-friendly vibe, with plenty of parks and green spaces to enjoy. Notable locations include the vibrant downtown area with its unique shops and restaurants, as well as the Scovill Zoo and Children's Museum of Illinois. Belong is proud to offer our long-term residential rental experience to Larkdale.

Demographics

31,039

Population

$42,549/ yr

Median Household Income

42.0%

Percent Married

Rental Stats

41.9%

% Homes Rented

$81,953

Median Home Value

22

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Median Commute Time

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No more landlords. No more tenants.

Just happy Decatur Homeowners and Residents.

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Tampa Resident

Jan 2023

I am very impressed by Belong so far. They have a pretty modern approach to property management compared to other companies I’ve dealt with. Almost all of the process is coordinated using their Website, app or via email. They have a great website. It was very easy to view available properties and schedule a tour for the ones I was interested in. After the tour, I was able to apply for the property through the website directly from the tour page. We were told our application could be used for any of their properties within 30 days if we didn’t get selected for our first choice. The application itself is intuitive and simple. We were able to do the whole process remotely from start to finish in just a day or two, including credit checks. Lease Terms were reasonable, and rent is direct deposited automatically so no hassle with checks or money orders. We even had an option to waive our deposit and pay a monthly fee instead, which really helped out with finances. The Apartment was delivered to us in good condition and clean on our move-in day. They were very detailed in documenting the condition during our walk through that weekend. Our concierge has stayed in contact afterward to make sure our family settled in ok, and is very responsive when we reach out.

Jordan E.

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SF Bay Area Homeowner

Jun 2019

I've really enjoyed working with Ale, O, David and the rest of the member experience team as we've worked to find a great tenant and management our home. If you're looking for an awesome, down to earth property manager that actually cares about you and the people who rent from you, look no further. Two thumbs way up!

James B.

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San Francisco Homeowner

Jul 2022

Great property management company to work with. They really do a great job communicating with their vendors and seeing clear expectations for what they want done. Awesome to work with and very organized.

Flora F.

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San Francisco Homeowner

Apr 2023

I am so glad I moved from my old property manager to Belong. Belong's guaranteed rent is my favorite since I don't have to worry about rent collection.

Michael S.

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San Francisco Resident

Nov 2022

I have been renting in San Francisco since 1991 and have never experienced such a seamless and professional experience with landlords or property management companies. Very communicative, efficient, friendly and helpful. Well done!

Cecelia R.

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Los Angeles Resident

Feb 2023

I love belong . I haven’t actually rented with them yet only viewed places but I love how their team works together so diligently to make everyone feel welcomed and comfortable . I’ve never experienced a property management with great customer service like this . Please keep up the great work . Vanessa and Dustin my tour guides were amazing .

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Pricing aligned with you.

No gimmicks. Just great service.

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Guaranteed Rent & Eviction Protection

Up To 3 Months Of Rent Included

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Guaranteed Time To Rent

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30k+ Maintenance Pros In Network

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Best-In-Class Mobile App

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Unique 360 Wealth Insights

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24/7 & Emergency Support

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Management Fee

8‑12% Of Rent

Placement Fee

100% Of 1st Month’s Rent

Lease Renewal Fee

$200‑1k

Initial Setup

FREE

$200‑500

280 Point Home Inspection

FREE

$150

Data-Driven Pricing Analysis

FREE

$100

Professional Photo Shoots

FREE

$150‑500

3D & Virtual Tours

FREE

$250‑400

Premium Advertising

FREE

$100‑200

Move Coordination

FREE

$100‑200

Tax Document Preparation

FREE

$50‑150

Early Termination Fee

NONE

1 Month Of Rent

Vacancy Fee

NONE

$25‑100/

Month

Legal Compliance Fee

NONE

$50‑150/

Year

Accounting / Administrative Fee

NONE

$10‑50/

Month

Insurance Claim Coordination Fee

NONE

$100‑300/

Claim

Plus, all maintenance expenses, management and placement fees are tax deductible.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Belong offers a one-stop-shop for all your home management needs including:
• Preparing your home for future residents by conducting an inspection and addressing maintenance and repairs.
• Marketing and showcasing your home with professional photography, 3-D virtual walkthroughs, open houses, and self-serve tours. What sets us apart is that we offer these tours at no extra cost to homeowners. This flexibility ensures that we reach a wider pool of potential residents, making the process efficient and hassle-free.
• Distributing the listing on 26 websites including Zillow, Apartments.com, Craigslist, Trulia, Zumper and Hotpads. Additionally, we list the home in its best light on our website that receives tens of thousands of visitors a month - a true competitive advantage.
• Screening and placing residents through our thorough vetting and background check process. We are so confident in our qualification process that we guarantee your rental payments whether or not a resident pays us.
• Managing the resident relationship, including rent collection, home visits, and fostering community connections. - you will not need to worry about dealing with Residents directly. Our Member Service Team will ensure both you and your Resident have everything needed.
• Providing long-term care and handling maintenance, including 24/7 emergency service.
• Access to our industry-leading products and services such as the mobile app so you can manage your home from the convenience of your phone, cash flow management products such as Split It to finance any major fees or maintenance expenses, all-in-one insurance, etc.
The moment you become a Belong Homeowner, we get right to work. We'll send an inspector to your home, and put a plan in place. We'll provide you with a full inspection report and market pricing analysis, to ensure your home gets loved ASAP.
Our mission is to find someone who will love your home as much as you do, so we don’t cut corners. Belong's resident vetting process is thorough and designed to provide homeowners with peace of mind. We conduct comprehensive background and credit checks, employment verification, reference checks, and personal interviews with our highly-trained resident specialists to ensure the reliability and financial stability of potential residents. Our approach is backed by advanced screening technology, allowing us to carefully select residents who are a great fit for your property. This sets us apart from competitors by prioritizing the safety and security of your investment.
We are so confident in our qualification process that we guarantee your rental payments whether or not a resident pays us.
The short answer is no, all Belong Homes come unfurnished. And we don't recommend trying to do that on your own either! While you probably have great taste, in general, furnished homes rent for way less than unfurnished homes, and lead to negative experiences down the road if something gets damaged.
Belong specializes in managing residential rental homes, including apartments (condos), single-family homes, and multi-family homes. Whether you currently have residents or your home is vacant, we handle it all seamlessly, ensuring a hassle-free experience for you and your residents.
Say goodbye to the ongoing power struggle between you and your Homeowner. No more drama, no more nightmare stories. Our relationship with you is just as important as our relationship with the Homeowner; no more feeling like a second-class citizen.
Belong is here not just to help you find your dream home, in your dream neighborhood; we are here to get you out of the broken rental system and help foster a connection with the people and places that give your new neighborhood its unique character.
We don’t stop there: alongside our Member Service Team, you can access your Belong account online or in the app at anytime. There, you’ll be able to view rent payments and documents, and request maintenance work. Say goodbye to playing phone tag, missing maintenance requests, and absentee property management.
As long as you’re living in a Belong home (or own one, for that matter), you can take advantage of everything a Belong Membership has to offer. During that time, you’ll accumulate Karma, giving you even greater access and benefits.
Looking to move? Take advantage of early access to listings and instant approvals, without the need for application fees. You’re in!
As a Belong Member, you will only be responsible for your $64.99 application fee which covers the cost of your background and credit check. And don’t worry about paying repeated fees for different homes, this covers you for all home applications for 60 days.
Once you are placed in a Belong Home and are in residence for a year, you will not need to pay for additional applications in the future; Belong has your back.
Right away! You do not need to complete an application before scheduling a tour with a Resident Onboarding Specialist. On the home listing page, you will be able to select your preferred viewing time. You may view the home with us or on your own with our self-tour feature.
Don’t see a date and time that works for you? Speak with a member of our team to find a time that works on your schedule.
In a hurry or don’t want to waste time viewing homes that aren’t a fit? Each of our listings includes a full gallery of high-resolution photos, a virtual 3D-walkthrough, and street-views so you can scope out the surroundings of your potential new home.
Apply on our website, directly on the listing page of your desired home. You will need your bank account credentials or income verification documents, a valid form of ID, contact info for your most recent landlord, and you will need to pay the $64.99 application fee. The application fee covers the cost for you background and credit check.
Interested in applying for multiple homes? Just click apply on each page and you will have the option to use an application you already complete or start a new application. You can apply for an unlimited number of homes only but will need to pay the application fee once (within a 60-day period).