2025 Year-End Owner Update: A Strategic Look at Colorado Springs Rental Property Management
As we close out 2025, we want to thank you for trusting Action Team Realty with your investment. This year-end update shares what happened in the Colorado Springs rental market, the operational improvements we made to better serve you, and how we’re positioning your property for success in 2026.
Looking Back on 2025: A Year of Systemization and Growth
From Traditional to Modern Property Management
2025 was a transformative year for Action Team Realty. We evolved from a traditional property management company into a systemized, data-driven operation designed for consistency, scalability, and long-term asset performance.
Key milestones included:
•Implementation of Notion as our operational backbone (property turnovers, SOPs, dashboards)
•Growth to 350+ properties under management across Colorado Springs and surrounding areas
•Expansion into short-term and mid-term rentals (STR/MTR) with the addition of specialist Stefan Eisles
•Strategic team growth with specialized roles:
•Maintenance Coordinators: Mariel (Mexico) & Ronnel (Philippines)
•Leasing Coordinator: Ana (El Salvador)
•Showing Agent / Marketing Coordinator / Inspector: Bobby (Colorado Springs | 17 years on 92.9 FM)
We also engaged in executive coaching with Jay Berube of BetterWho, implementing data-driven leadership systems to guide Action Team Realty into the AI era—strengthening operations, improving decision-making, and delivering five-star service that maximizes your total return on investment.
Smarter Leasing Through Technology
Our RentEngine implementation created a centralized database to track every lead across our 350+ property portfolio. Integrated directly with our Notion Turnover Board, this system provides real-time visibility into:
•Prospect activity
•Application status
•Listing health
As a result, we improved lead retention by approximately 20%, redirecting prospects to alternative properties when their first choice wasn’t a fit—an especially valuable advantage given our high rate of sight-unseen applications.
The Colorado Springs Rental Market in 2025
Inventory, Competition, and Pricing Reality
Throughout 2025, Colorado Springs remained a highly competitive rental market, averaging:
•4,000–5,000+ total rental listings
•1,000–1,100 single-family homes competing for tenant attention
Properties priced too aggressively often sat 30+ days and required multiple reductions. We consistently observed competitors reducing rents by $200–$400 before securing tenants.
Our strategy—market-appropriate pricing with scheduled reductions every 7–10 days—proved effective in protecting rent values while minimizing vacancy time.
Current Market Snapshot (Nov–Dec 2025)
As of December 2025:
•~6,500 total rental listings
•1,364 single-family homes
•Average days on market increased to ~33 days (up from 16–24 earlier in the year)
Typical rent ranges:
•2-bedroom townhomes: $1,600–$1,900
•3-bedroom homes: $2,100–$2,700
•4-bedroom homes: $2,300–$2,800
•Executive homes: $2,800–$4,000+
Homes with central A/C, modern finishes, finished basements, and pet-friendly policies leased faster and commanded premium pricing.
As we close out 2025, we want to thank you for trusting Action Team Realty with your investment. This year-end update shares what happened in the Colorado Springs rental market, the operational improvements we made to better serve you, and how we’re positioning your property for success in 2026.
Looking Back on 2025: A Year of Systemization and Growth
From Traditional to Modern Property Management
2025 was a transformative year for Action Team Realty. We evolved from a traditional property management company into a systemized, data-driven operation designed for consistency, scalability, and long-term asset performance.
Key milestones included:
•Implementation of Notion as our operational backbone (property turnovers, SOPs, dashboards)
•Growth to 350+ properties under management across Colorado Springs and surrounding areas
•Expansion into short-term and mid-term rentals (STR/MTR) with the addition of specialist Stefan Eisles
•Strategic team growth with specialized roles:
•Maintenance Coordinators: Mariel (Mexico) & Ronnel (Philippines)
•Leasing Coordinator: Ana (El Salvador)
•Showing Agent / Marketing Coordinator / Inspector: Bobby (Colorado Springs | 17 years on 92.9 FM)
We also engaged in executive coaching with Jay Berube of BetterWho, implementing data-driven leadership systems to guide Action Team Realty into the AI era—strengthening operations, improving decision-making, and delivering five-star service that maximizes your total return on investment.
Smarter Leasing Through Technology
Our RentEngine implementation created a centralized database to track every lead across our 350+ property portfolio. Integrated directly with our Notion Turnover Board, this system provides real-time visibility into:
•Prospect activity
•Application status
•Listing health
As a result, we improved lead retention by approximately 20%, redirecting prospects to alternative properties when their first choice wasn’t a fit—an especially valuable advantage given our high rate of sight-unseen applications.
The Colorado Springs Rental Market in 2025
Inventory, Competition, and Pricing Reality
Throughout 2025, Colorado Springs remained a highly competitive rental market, averaging:
•4,000–5,000+ total rental listings
•1,000–1,100 single-family homes competing for tenant attention
Properties priced too aggressively often sat 30+ days and required multiple reductions. We consistently observed competitors reducing rents by $200–$400 before securing tenants.
Our strategy—market-appropriate pricing with scheduled reductions every 7–10 days—proved effective in protecting rent values while minimizing vacancy time.
Current Market Snapshot (Nov–Dec 2025)
As of December 2025:
•~6,500 total rental listings
•1,364 single-family homes
•Average days on market increased to ~33 days (up from 16–24 earlier in the year)
Typical rent ranges:
•2-bedroom townhomes: $1,600–$1,900
•3-bedroom homes: $2,100–$2,700
•4-bedroom homes: $2,300–$2,800
•Executive homes: $2,800–$4,000+
Homes with central A/C, modern finishes, finished basements, and pet-friendly policies leased faster and commanded premium pricing.
Legislative Landscape & Owner Advocacy
Protecting Property Owner Rights
In 2025 alone, 15 new bills impacted Colorado landlord-tenant law—continuing a trend toward tenant-friendly regulation.
I had the privilege of serving on advocacy committees with:
•Colorado Housing Coalition (CHC)
•National Association of Residential Property Managers (NARPM)These groups helped defeat or amend legislation that would have harmed Colorado property owners—ensuring more balanced outcomes.
👉 Learn more or join CHC at https://coloradohousingcoalition.org
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Protecting Property Owner Rights
In 2025 alone, 15 new bills impacted Colorado landlord-tenant law—continuing a trend toward tenant-friendly regulation.
I had the privilege of serving on advocacy committees with:
•Colorado Housing Coalition (CHC)
•National Association of Residential Property Managers (NARPM)These groups helped defeat or amend legislation that would have harmed Colorado property owners—ensuring more balanced outcomes.
👉 Learn more or join CHC at https://coloradohousingcoalition.org
Looking Ahead to 2026: Strategy Over Speed
Market Forecast
Entering 2026 with elevated inventory and slowed home sales, competition will intensify. Strategic pricing and premium presentation will be essential.
Our 2026 Approach
•Aggressive, competitive pricing from day one
•Move-in-ready listings only
•Focused turnovers before listing
•Avoid premature listings of occupied properties
Our data shows that clean, vacant, show-ready homes lease faster and protect rent value better than rushed listings.
Our Commitment to You: Three Core Strategies
#1 – Resident Retention
Tenant turnover is the largest cost owners face. In 2025, we achieved a 65% renewal rate, outperforming national averages.
How we did it:
•Fast maintenance response
•Clear communication
•Professional, respectful management
#2 – Minimizing Vacancy Time
Our Notion-based turnover system ensures:
•Faster coordination
•Full transparency
•Professional photography & marketing
•Data-driven pricing via RentEngine
#3 – Competitive Vendor Pricing
Our scale allows us to negotiate better pricing while maintaining quality and responsiveness.
Operational Improvements for 2026
•Real-time turnover tracking
•Standardized SOPs
•Improved invoice review
•Remote team excellence
•New “Colorado Laws You Should Know” compliance page
🤝 Trust, Compliance & Community Impact
We are committed to:
•Fair Housing & Equal Opportunity
•Ethical, compliant property management
•Professional affiliations (NARPM, CHC)
•Supporting Colorado housing advocacy
•Protecting owner rights while respecting residents
Market Forecast
Entering 2026 with elevated inventory and slowed home sales, competition will intensify. Strategic pricing and premium presentation will be essential.
Our 2026 Approach
•Aggressive, competitive pricing from day one
•Move-in-ready listings only
•Focused turnovers before listing
•Avoid premature listings of occupied properties
Our data shows that clean, vacant, show-ready homes lease faster and protect rent value better than rushed listings.
Our Commitment to You: Three Core Strategies
#1 – Resident Retention
Tenant turnover is the largest cost owners face. In 2025, we achieved a 65% renewal rate, outperforming national averages.
How we did it:
•Fast maintenance response
•Clear communication
•Professional, respectful management
#2 – Minimizing Vacancy Time
Our Notion-based turnover system ensures:
•Faster coordination
•Full transparency
•Professional photography & marketing
•Data-driven pricing via RentEngine
#3 – Competitive Vendor Pricing
Our scale allows us to negotiate better pricing while maintaining quality and responsiveness.
Operational Improvements for 2026
•Real-time turnover tracking
•Standardized SOPs
•Improved invoice review
•Remote team excellence
•New “Colorado Laws You Should Know” compliance page
🤝 Trust, Compliance & Community Impact
We are committed to:
•Fair Housing & Equal Opportunity
•Ethical, compliant property management
•Professional affiliations (NARPM, CHC)
•Supporting Colorado housing advocacy
•Protecting owner rights while respecting residents
👉 Schedule a 2026 Property Strategy Call 📞 719-559-8419!
Let’s review pricing, condition, and opportunities to strengthen your investment performance.
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Frequently Asked Questions FAQ'SQ1: Is Colorado Springs still a good rental market?
Yes. While competitive, well-managed and well-presented properties continue to perform.
Q2: Why is pricing more aggressive in 2026?
Elevated inventory requires competitive positioning to minimize vacancy.
Q3: How does Action Team Realty reduce vacancy time?
Through technology, data-driven pricing, and coordinated turnovers.
Q4: What laws should owners be aware of?
Colorado continues to add tenant-focused legislation—we actively track and comply.
Q5: Do you manage STR and MTR properties?
Yes. We expanded services in 2025 to support these strategies.
Q6: How can owners stay informed?
Our quarterly PM101 Newsletter launches in Q1 2026.
A Final Thank You
Thank you for your trust, referrals, and partnership. We’re honored to manage your investment and look forward to serving you in 2026 and beyond.
-Scott Hawker
