The Real Cost of HOA Management: What Boards Pay and Why

The Short Answer

Full-service HOA management typically costs $10–$30 per unit per month, or $500–$2,500+ monthly for most communities. Financial-only or remote management costs significantly less. Always ask for an itemized fee breakdown — many companies charge separately for services that should be standard.

What Drives HOA Management Costs

• **Community size:** Per-unit pricing is standard. Larger communities pay more in total but often less per unit.
• **Service level:** Full-service costs more than financial-only or remote management.
• **Geographic location:** California communities typically pay more than Midwest communities.
• **Community complexity:** Communities with pools, clubhouses, or extensive common areas cost more.
• **Vendor coordination:** If your management company coordinates maintenance directly, that's priced in.

What to Watch Out For

Common line items that should be included but sometimes aren't:

• Monthly financial reporting
• Board meeting attendance
• Annual budget preparation
• Homeowner support calls
• Violation letter processing

Always request an itemized proposal. At Association Property Managers, our pricing is transparent and fully itemized — no surprise add-ons.

What's Included in APM's Management Fee

Association Property Managers serves communities in the Bay Area (Dublin, Pleasanton, San Ramon, Fremont, Newark) and Michigan (Lansing area) with fully itemized pricing that covers financial reporting, dues collection, vendor coordination, homeowner communications, and meeting support. The HOA Alchemy platform — with live banking, automated receivables, and unified messaging — is included, not an add-on.

For a proposal specific to your community's size and service needs, contact billing@apmhoa.com or visit apmhoa.com.