Airbnb Property Management in Manhattan, New York: 7 Companies Compared

By Baris Ergin
December 11, 2025 · updated September 25, 2026

This page lists 7 companies that manage Airbnb and other short-term rentals for owners in Manhattan. Among all the companies checked for Manhattan, not only the ones listed here, 3 companies name Manhattan on their own websites, 5 more cover New York without naming it, and 12 work across the United States. Furthermore, 4 of the companies here publish a management fee and 3 do not. One Fine BnB manages property in Manhattan too and charges a published percentage of rental revenue that is printed exactly in this page’s tables.

One Fine BnB manages short-term rentals for owners, so we compete with every company on this page. That is exactly why the claim beside each one is quoted from that company’s own website rather than written by us, and why a fee appears only where the company publishes it. Everything below was read in August 2026 and can change without notice.

The nearest town this guide also covers is West New York, NJ, 4 km away, and the larger market nearby is New York, NY, 5 km away, where the same companies often work.

Best Airbnb management companies in Manhattan

Property management fees in Manhattan

When a short-term rental owner in Manhattan compares fees, the percentage is only comparable when you know what sits inside it. Linen, restocking, mid-stay cleans, maintenance call-outs and photography are charged inside the fee by some companies and billed separately by others, so a lower percentage can be the more expensive arrangement. For example, Awning starts at 10% of revenue, MyHouseMgmt charges 10%, HostStarter takes 12.5% plus $99 per month, and TruStay ranges from 15% to 23%. Meanwhile, One Fine BnB charges a published percentage of rental revenue that is printed exactly in this page’s tables. Three companies publish no fee at all, meaning none is listed for them.

A company that publishes nothing is not necessarily dearer, as it usually quotes per property, but it does mean the comparison cannot be made until you ask. Navigating the Manhattan market requires understanding that management fees do not automatically settle every operational expense, leaving owners to wonder whether items like guest cleans or urgent repairs are covered under the initial rate.

When hiring an Airbnb management company in Manhattan, clarity on billing structures prevents unexpected invoices from eroding monthly rental profits. Because four of the seven companies on this page publish a fee, property owners have a baseline for comparison, while one company publishes a percentage of rental revenue that is printed exactly in this page’s tables without restating numbers.

What Airbnb property management in Manhattan actually looks like

For a property owner in Manhattan, New York, choosing the right Airbnb management company requires understanding how different service footprints affect daily operations among a local population of 1,487,536 residents. Three of the companies on this page name Manhattan on their own websites, while four of them cover New York without naming Manhattan. Additionally, none of them say they work anywhere in the United States, and exactly one company on this page, One Fine BnB, charges a published percentage of rental revenue that is printed exactly in this page’s tables.

When evaluating how these geographic scopes translate to the hands-on realities of vacation rental management, the distinction becomes concrete and useful. A company that names the town has usually shown it can get a cleaner there on a Sunday in the middle of a densely populated borough, whereas a company that covers the state may still be an hour away when an urgent turnover is required. Distance directly impacts response times for guest arrivals and property emergencies.

Conversely, a company that manages remotely from anywhere in the country can be excellent at pricing and listings and still be relying on somebody local for the turnover. This means an owner utilizing a broader short-term rental service might benefit from sophisticated software and revenue optimization while depending on independent third parties on the ground. Each operational model offers distinct advantages for Manhattan owners without any single approach being universally superior.

Airbnb property management in towns near Manhattan

The companies above do not stop at the town line. These are the nearest towns this guide covers, measured from Manhattan in a straight line, with the population each one is working with.

Vacation rental management in Manhattan: full service, co-host or hybrid

• Full-service — AvantStay, Guestable, HostStarter, MyHouseMgmt, TruStay
• Tech-enabled — Awning
• Co-host — StayBnB

As a Manhattan property owner, choosing a tech-enabled arrangement like Awning means you rely heavily on software while retaining significant hands-on responsibilities for your daily operations. In this setup, you hold the hosting account and the reviews, meaning your personal profile accumulates the digital reputation of your apartment. The guest interacts directly with you or the automated tools you deploy, and if the arrangement ends, you keep your listing history intact because the account belongs strictly to you. Alternatively, partnering with a co-host such as StayBnB means you still remain the host of record on the platform, holding the account and reviews, but the company assists you behind the scenes. The guest believes they are dealing with you, though the company handles much of the daily communication and coordination. If you terminate this co-hosting arrangement, you simply remove their access, and your profile retains the reviews accumulated during their tenure.

When you opt for a full-service arrangement with a provider like AvantStay, Guestable, HostStarter, MyHouseMgmt, TruStay, or One Fine BnB, you hand the Manhattan property over entirely so the company runs everything. In this comprehensive model, the company typically holds the listing account, controls the reviews, and acts as the primary contact for the guest during their stay. Guests deal exclusively with the management team rather than you, ensuring a hands-off experience for your investment. If a full-service arrangement ends, the operational transition requires careful coordination regarding future bookings, and you may need to build a new listing profile under your own name if the previous account was held by the management company.

Companies that name Manhattan on their own websites

These 3 companies publish a page that names Manhattan. That is the strongest evidence this guide collects: not a directory listing and not our opinion, but the company itself saying where it works.

Awning

Island, New York, is an attractive destination for Airbnb guests due to its proximity to Manhattan, diverse culture, and waterfront views.

Quoted from awning.com, read in August 2026. Its own site describes its reach as national; it presents itself as tech-enabled; published fee: Starts at 10% of revenue.

StayBnB

Through our proven approach to Vacation Rental Management in Manhattan NY New York, Staybnb has earned the trust of numerous hosts, homeowners, and investors, helping them increase their revenue by up to 5X.

Quoted from staybnb.org, read in August 2026. Its own site describes its reach as global; it presents itself as co-host; it does not publish a management fee.

MyHouseMgmt

Company servicing New York City, with a focus on the boroughs of Brooklyn, Queens and Manhattan.

Quoted from myhousemgmt.co, read in August 2026. Its own site describes its reach as single metro; it presents itself as full-service; published fee: 10%.

Companies that cover New York but do not name Manhattan

These 4 publish a New York page and no Manhattan page. They may well take the property; they have simply not said so about this town, and this guide does not say it for them.

AvantStay

Quoted from avantstay.com, read in August 2026. It does not publish a management fee.

Guestable

We are proud to be one of the best Airbnb management companies in New York for property investors.

Quoted from guestable.com, read in August 2026. It does not publish a management fee.

HostStarter

Quoted from hoststarter.net, read in August 2026. Published fee: 12.5% + $99/mo.

TruStay

Quoted from trustaypm.com, read in August 2026. Published fee: 15% – 23%.

How many companies actually work in Manhattan, and how we counted

Everything below counts companies rather than listings, and it counts what the managers say about themselves on their own websites rather than what a directory says about them.

If you are an owner typing airbnb management near me into a search box, you likely notice how many local options appear online. To separate the best choices from mere directory entries, every single Airbnb management firm evaluated here was selected through a rigorous review process. In August 2026, exactly 913 management companies‘ own home pages were read to understand their real geographic reach.

A company is listed for a town only if its OWN website says something that places it there: a page naming the town, a page naming the state, or a statement that it works across the United States. For Manhattan that gives 3 naming the town, 5 covering New York, and 12 working nationally – 20 companies in total with a claim on Manhattan. Directory listings and our own opinion were not used as evidence because what a firm says about itself on its own site is checkable, whereas third-party profiles are not. Out of those qualifying applicants, exactly 7 of them are shown on this page.

Finding the right property manager in Manhattan requires trusting verifiable geographic claims rather than automated internet results. Whether you operate a boutique agency or oversee multiple luxury portfolios, each manager featured here has proven their physical service area through direct self-reporting on their primary website. This includes established operators such as One Fine BnB, ensuring that every listed enterprise meets strict verification standards before earning a spot on the page.

Can a company manage your Manhattan property from another state?

For a property owner in Manhattan, hiring a property manager from another state is technically possible, though options are extremely limited. Out of 850 verified American management companies, only 43 state on their own websites that they can take on a property with no local office, and just 17 say they work anywhere in the United States. Narrowing this down further for a Manhattan short-term rental reveals that only 12 of those nationwide options are available for the borough.

The viability of a remote operator hinges on how tasks are divided, because pricing, listing, guest messaging, review handling and channel management are genuinely remote work and are often done better by a company with scale. Meanwhile, cleaning, linen, restocking, key handover, inspections and anything physically broken are not remote work, meaning a remote manager subcontracts them locally. Therefore, the real question is never remote-versus-local; it is who the subcontractor is, whether the owner gets to know their name, and what happens on the day that subcontractor does not turn up.

Evaluating a distant firm like One Fine BnB requires looking past the digital convenience to examine these ground-level contingencies. Since remote teams cannot physically check on a Manhattan asset or personally greet guests, the operational success relies entirely on anonymous local help. Owners must decide if they are comfortable trusting an out-of-state entity to vet local cleaners and maintenance crews when unexpected emergencies arise at the property.

Companies compared in markets near Manhattan

Where this guide has already compared the companies working in a neighbouring market, the comparison is here rather than repeated: Queens, NY — 14 km away, Huntington Station, NY — 50 km away, Cherry Hill, NJ — 127 km away.

How to choose a short-term rental management company in Manhattan

Finding a reliable property manager for your Manhattan apartment requires diligence before you sign any contract, especially since every short-term rental market has unique operational challenges. Start by asking who physically handles the turnover between guests and whether that person is directly employed or subcontracted out to third-party cleaners. You should also request to see the live listings the agency already runs nearby so you can read their recent guest reviews with a critical eye. When evaluating your options, remember that the lowest percentage does not always mean the best deal because a cheaper rate often excludes linen rentals and basic restocking fees, leaving you to pay extra for those services out of pocket.

Another vital conversation involves late-night emergencies, so you must ask what happens when a guest is locked out on a freezing winter night in the city. You need to know exactly who holds the master airbnb account and the accumulated review history, and you must clarify what happens to that digital footprint if you ever decide to terminate the relationship. Every good manager should be completely transparent about these operational details. Additionally, review the cancellation clause carefully to see how much notice either side must give to end the agreement without penalty.

Owners looking for the best property management often search online for a local company near me, but digital convenience should never replace a thorough vetting process. If you want to compare standard approaches in the industry, One Fine BnB serves as one example of how professional teams structure their owner agreements. Ultimately, taking the time to interview multiple companies and verify their daily routines will protect your investment and ensure your Manhattan home remains profitable and well-maintained throughout the year.

Manhattan Airbnb management with One Fine BnB

Navigating the bustling real estate market of Manhattan requires a trusted partner, which is why property owners frequently turn to One Fine BnB. As a premier Airbnb management company, One Fine BnB provides comprehensive oversight tailored to the unique demands of the city. Owners can choose between a full management approach or a listing-only tier, depending on their preferred level of involvement. Both flexible options are structured simply as a percentage of rental revenue, complemented by a straightforward setup retainer to get everything started.

Working alongside an experienced property manager ensures that daily operations for Manhattan residences run smoothly without placing the burden entirely on the owner. Managing short-term rentals for property owners across the United States, One Fine BnB brings national expertise directly to local boroughs. Every detail of hosting is handled professionally, allowing owners to maintain peace of mind while their investments are actively overseen.

Entrusting your Manhattan residence to One Fine BnB means experiencing a streamlined approach to hosting. The dedicated team focuses on presenting your space to potential guests, maximizing the appeal of your property in a competitive urban landscape. With transparent pricing models and professional execution, property owners gain a reliable ally in the vibrant short-term rental market.

One Fine BnB’s Airbnb property management fees in Manhattan: full management from 20% of rental revenue, listing-only management 10% of rental revenue, and a one-off $500 setup retainer.

To talk to us about a property in Manhattan, use the contact page. Our wider service is described on Airbnb property management, and if you are not sure where to start, the Airbnb management near me page lists every town we cover.

Airbnb management elsewhere in New York

We cover 11 more New York towns beyond the ones above, and the companies on this page work across several of them: Brooklyn, NY, Bronx, NY, Queens, NY, Yonkers, NY, Mount Vernon, NY, Great Neck, NY, Staten Island, NY, Floral Park, NY, Elmont, NY, New Rochelle, NY, North Valley Stream, NY.

Written by

Baris Ergin

Baris Ergin is a co-owner of One Fine BnB, a management company running hundreds of vacation rentals, and one of the three founders of BnB Genius, Inc., along with Chad Ozgur and Kent Morgan. Before short-term rentals he built and exited three tech companies. At BnBGenius he works on the automation itself — the guest messaging, the task dispatch that fires on checkout, and the voice agent that answers the phone when a guest calls and nobody is free to pick up. He built it to give a host with one to five listings the tools a manager with hundreds of properties already has.

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