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Leasing Specialist in Ocala, FL

Ocala, FL ยท On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

Secret shopper bonuses * Financial & PTO rewards for Team Member Referrals Your Day to Day: * Provide exceptional and consistent customer service to our residents & prospects * Lease apartment homes ...

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How much do apartment secret shopper jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for apartment secret shopper in the United States is $18.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an apartment secret shopper?

Apartment secret shoppers are individuals hired by property management companies to pose as prospective renters and evaluate the leasing experience. Their tasks typically include visiting apartment communities, interacting with leasing agents, and assessing customer service, professionalism, and the overall leasing process. The feedback provided by secret shoppers helps property managers identify strengths and areas for improvement in their leasing operations. This process ensures that potential renters receive high-quality service and that leasing staff adhere to company standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an apartment secret shopper?

To thrive as an Apartment Secret Shopper, you need strong observational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to follow specific evaluation criteria, usually with no formal qualifications required. Familiarity with online survey tools, report writing software, and sometimes video or audio recording devices is typically necessary. Excellent communication, objectivity, and discretion are standout soft skills for providing accurate feedback without bias. These skills ensure that property management companies receive reliable, actionable insights to improve their leasing practices and customer service.

What are some typical challenges faced by apartment secret shoppers during property evaluations?

Apartment Secret Shoppers often encounter challenges such as maintaining anonymity during visits, accurately recording details without alerting leasing staff, and adhering to specific evaluation criteria set by their agency. Balancing thorough observation with a natural interaction can be tricky, especially when staff members are highly attentive. Time management is also important, as shoppers may need to visit multiple properties within a tight schedule and complete detailed reports promptly after each visit.

What is the difference between Apartment Secret Shopper vs Apartment Leasing Agent?

AspectApartment Secret ShopperApartment Leasing Agent
CredentialsNo formal certifications requiredReal estate license or leasing certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentRemote or on-site, evaluating leasing offices anonymouslyOn-site, interacting directly with prospective tenants
Employer & Industry UsageMarket research companies, property management firmsProperty management companies, leasing offices
Search & Comparison IntentAssessing service quality anonymouslyFinding leasing opportunities or employment

While Apartment Secret Shoppers evaluate leasing offices anonymously to provide feedback, Apartment Leasing Agents actively engage with prospective tenants to lease apartments. Both roles are within the property industry but serve different purposes and require different skills and credentials.

How do I become an apartment secret shopper in my area?

To become an apartment secret shopper, you can sign up with legitimate mystery shopping companies that offer property evaluations. You typically need good communication skills, attention to detail, and sometimes prior experience in customer service or real estate. Completing any required training and providing honest, thorough reports are essential parts of the process.
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Infographic showing various Apartment Secret Shopper job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $38,119 per year, or $18.3 per hour.

Leasing Specialist (Part-time) in Gainesville, FL

The Collier Companies

Gainesville, FL โ€ข On-site

$14.50 - $19/hr

Part-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago


Job description

The Collier Companies is seeking a Part-time Leasing Specialist!

This is an on-site role, reporting from one of The Collier Companiesโ€™ community offices in Gainesville, which offers beautiful natural areas, a temperate climate, and tremendous educational, cultural, and commercial opportunities. Gainesville was recently ranked as one of the top 10 places to live in the United States.

As a Part-Time Leasing Specialist, you are the first person a prospect or resident meets when they come home. For you itโ€™s not just a job, itโ€™s a passion and you understand that for our residents, itโ€™s not just an apartment, itโ€™s their home. Our Leasing Specialists love interacting with all types of people and strive toย createย unique experiences. If this sounds like a fit for you, we'd love to review your application for our open Leasing Specialist role.ย 

Perks โ€“ The Good Stuff:

  • The Collier Companies 401k match is 100% of your contribution up to 10% of your gross income after oneย year of employment or 1,000 hours worked.
  • Stylish TCC logo attire provided
  • Career growth opportunities
  • Industry education opportunities

Rewards โ€“ Because We Value Your Hard Work:

  • Monthly customer service awards
  • Secret shopper bonuses
  • Financial & PTO rewards for Team Member Referrals

Your Day to Day:

  • Provide exceptional and consistent customer service to our residents & prospects
  • Lease apartment homes by creating relationships and showcasing the benefits of living at a The Collier Companies community
  • Always be closing โ€“ over the phone, through email, and in person. You are the subject expert on the product, the property, and the local neighborhood
  • Generate leads by conducting effective follow up on the phone & through email
  • Create & implement promotional programs, including creative online advertising, direct marketing, social media outreach, and resident events
  • Contribute to the desired occupancy levels by renewing current resident leases
  • Maintain accurate resident files
  • Weekends required, as needed

Your Skills โ€“ Show Us What You Got:

  • Creating a positive, memorable experience for residents and prospects
  • Showing model apartment homes
  • Creating rapport and fostering relationships with residents/prospects
  • Leading sales call
  • Processing applications and closing sales
  • Other administrative responsibilities as needed
  • Maintaining exceptional customer service and addressing concerns as needed
  • Schedule will include night and weekend hours

New team member will work approximately 20-25 hours/week, including some evenings and weekends.
An incredible opportunity for an individual excited to learn and grow with a great organization!ย 

Our Culture โ€“ How Weโ€™re Different:

The Collier Companies is a fast-growing company that fosters a professional attitude and a strong team spirit. We are committed to training our teams well, honoring their achievements, and promoting from within. Our team is highly focused on both personal and professional growth, building a strong relationship with our residents, and creating an environment that each of our residents can call home.

  • At The Collier Companies, we recognize TEAM MEMBERS for being the foundation of our success which aligns with our internal mission statement PROUDLY SUPPORTING OUR TEAM MEMBERS IN BECOMING THEIR BEST SELVES.
  • Our external mission isย PROUDLY MAKING YOUR HOME THE HEART OF OUR BUSINESS.
  • We are good STEWARDS to each other, believe in collaboration and support one another to achieve our missions.
  • We PRIDE ourselves on working and growing with the principles taught in โ€œThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective Peopleโ€, written by Stephen Covey.
  • The Collier Companies Team Members are committed to CANI (Constant & Never-Ending Improvement) & to utilizing our I&R (Initiative & Resourcefulness) to find solutions that are BOTH E&E (Efficient & Effective) that we implement via IIT (I Intend To ____)
  • We are committed to ONGOING LEARNING โ€“ At Theย Collier Companies & sponsor book clubs, training, and mentorship to support the professional and personal growth of our team.
  • We also have our internal learning program called Collier College that is based on the structure and teachings from the Nathan Collier Master of Science in Real Estate program at the University of Florida.
  • GROWTH โ€“ We have a goal to double in size within the coming decade! Our team members have a FIRE IN THE BELLY and hold the torch with a BURNING SENSE OF URGENCY!
  • We bring STABILITY into the marketplace and to our residents with a LONG-TERM HOLD strategy. This benefits our human capital, finances, and customer experience.
  • ROOTED โ€“ We are privately owned and have been in business since the 1970โ€™s. We currently own and manage over 12,000 apartment homes and weโ€™re pacing over 1,000 new apartment home construction starts each year.

At The Collier Companies, it is all about people. Our Residents depend on us to be observant, interested in their lives, and quick to respond to their needs. We enjoy working with them and with each other. Every day is different: rewarding, challenging, and fun. When someone lives in one of our communities,ย they are entrusting us with providing their Home, something fundamental to their emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being and we consider that both a wonderful Honor and a significant Duty that we are passionate about. We ask all that join us to commit to doing likewise.

PROUDLY MAKING YOUR HOME THE HEART OF OUR BUSINESS WHILE SUPPORTING TEAM MEMBERS TO BECOME THEIR BEST SELVES

Background checks are an employment requirement. Upon submission of your application, you will be invited to complete our candidate assessment.

These are required steps in the hiring process.

The Collier Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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