Career Paths
Residential Leasing
Client-facing execution, volume, and conversion. As a leasing agent at EXR you own the deal from first contact to lease signing.
The Work
Residential leasing is where speed and follow-through matter most. You work directly with renters and landlords across New York City inventory, and the agents who succeed are the ones who convert consistently — first contact, showing, application, lease signing, all handled by you.
How EXR Supports Leasing Agents
- Structured onboarding and standards from day one
- Ongoing training and performance feedback
- Tools that reduce friction, improve follow-up, and keep your pipeline clean
- A professional floor: direct communication, shared context
Where It Leads
Leasing builds market fluency fast. Agents at EXR can broaden their range over time — from residential leasing into new development and lease-up work, landlord advisory, and related specialties. If you're just getting started, see our page for new agents.
Common Questions
- What does a leasing agent do at EXR?
- Leasing agents at EXR own the deal from first contact to lease signing — client-facing execution, volume, and conversion across New York City rental inventory.
- Do I need prior experience to start in leasing at EXR?
- No. Leasing is a common entry point into NYC real estate, and EXR provides structured onboarding, ongoing training, and performance feedback from day one. Experienced leasing agents are also welcome.
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