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Ray Covington Property Management
Nicknamed the “Soda City,” Columbia was named for Christopher Columbus and was founded in 1786. It is the central city of the Midlands region of South Carolina. The Congaree River runs through the center of Columbia, formed by the confluence of the Saluda and Broad Rivers.
With a growing population of 138,104, Columbia boasts an average household income of $76,118. The median rental cost stands at $956 per month, with the median house value at $186,000. Columbia is a city rich in history and natural wonders, making it an ideal location for property investment.
The city is home to many historical sites and natural wonders, including the tallest trees, a world-renowned puppet theater, and an assembly street, one of the widest in the nation. Columbia is also a stone’s throw away from Congaree National Park, where one can find synchronous fireflies, and Riverbanks Zoo, which has a permanent koala exhibit.
The first textile mill in the world was built near Columbia in 1811, making it an important part of the city’s history and economy. The mill helped to start the industrial revolution in the United States and was responsible for introducing modern manufacturing methods to the country. The mill is now a museum, and visitors can tour the facility to learn about its significance in American history.
The Columbia Marionette Theater is one of the only theaters in the United States that is entirely devoted to puppetry. The Saluda Dam, the world’s largest earthen dam, is also in Columbia. It was constructed in 1930 and is popular for fishing, boating, and swimming.
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Whether you’re searching for a cozy 2-bedroom apartment, a spacious family home, or something in between, our selection offers various options to cater to your needs and budget. Browse through our available properties and find the perfect place to call home in the beautiful Soda City.
For property owners looking to own a rental property or manage their existing investment property, Ray Covington offers comprehensive services such as expert market analysis, tenant screening, lease preparation and negotiation, coordinating maintenance issues, rent collection, financial reporting and more. We also have experience in dealing with a variety of legal matters, including eviction protection and landlord-tenant disputes. We are dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, and strive to ensure that your rental property is well managed and profitable.
We also understand the importance of staying up-to-date on the latest property management industry trends in South Carolina real estate law, which is why we are constantly educating ourselves on the ever-changing legal landscape. Our expertise in this area will help to ensure that your rights as a landlord are protected.
Our highly professional property managers make real estate investing easy. Of all the property management companies in Columbia, SC, real estate investors overwhelmingly choose Ray Covington for its unsurpassed service and professionalism. For more information about our property management services in Columbia SC, please contact our property manager today. We look forward to helping you make the most of your rental property investments.
I just have to say Missy and the owner has been amazing. They did everything they could to get me into the home which I love. Missy is very sweet and her communication is phenomenal. I am grateful to work with the company.
Camira Murray
My husband and I have been satisfied clients of Ray Covington Property Management since 2018. As a military family, we know the value of having a reliable property manager who will tackle every detail of home management. Ray Covington’s team—and more specifically Daniel Gatlin—personally and painstakingly tend to the needs of our property. From tiny touch-ups and maintenance to rent collection, tenant placement, meticulous record-keeping, and even large renovations, they’ve never let us down.
Until 2018, our home was managed by a different company. We suffered through months of unpaid rent, troublesome tenants, and our stunning property fell into disrepair very quickly. That all changed the day Ray Covington’s team went to work for us. When Ray Covington's team took over, it was like night and day! I only wish we'd found them sooner.
Daniel is truly a joy to work with. Not only is he exceptionally knowledgeable about real estate and property maintenance, but he always answers communication promptly, clearly, and with a smile. In the past year, Daniel has personally overseen upgrades and repairs to our property with the same care and attention to detail he would give to his own home. He has coordinated estimates, synchronized repairs between multiple contracting teams, obtained material samples, even advised me on design choices. I’ve never been disappointed in his recommendations on paint colors, flooring upgrades, or repair teams. On several occasions I sought my own estimates only to end up choosing Daniel’s original recommendation. He knows the area and knows how to get things done. It’s that simple.
While our family can’t control where the military sends us, we always know our South Carolina homestead is in good hands. Daniel and the entire Ray Covington team have earned my recommendation a dozen times over.
Megan
I’ve been dealing with AWFUL rental companies trying to find a house and I finally got approved and had the smoothest experience with the help of Missy! Looking forward to a year in this rental and hoping the rest goes smoothly.
Emily Anders
I wouldn’t want to work for any other company! Trey and his team are incredible! The office truly feels like one big family.
Gracen Gantt
managers they were excellent. When I decided put my property up for sell I wanted to use them since they did such a wonderful job. They did an OUTSTANDING job as my realtors. Trey made the process so easy and he treated my house as if it were his own. He kept me posted during every single step. I have sold several houses in the past and had several realtors represent me.....no disrespect to the prior ones but Trey is on a whole different level. In a word, AWESOME! If you are in the market to sell and need a real estate agent you can't go wrong with Ray Covington Property Management.
Gino Carr
I have had the distinct pleasure of working with the Covington Property Management team on several occasions. Their prompt, customer centric approach is second to none. I not only have used them on multiple occasions, several of my friends and colleagues have as well, and we all have had a first class experience! I also have always appreciated their response and timely action on any questions or concerns I have encountered. Thank you Covington team for all you do!
John Mezick
They have been managing my properties for years. They do a great job! They are responsive to any questions I have. If there was ever anything questionable in the 10 years I have been with them it was corrected immediately. I have a large investment portfolio with them and I wouldn't place my biggest investments anywhere else but this company. I feel like they take care of me and my properties.
Holli Davis
Daniel Gatlin has been awesome to work with and he continues to support my property management needs with professionalism, efficiency and expertise. I would highly recommend Daniel for all realty services.
Daniel Goss
I was a tenant for almost a year, when I had to move they were very understanding and had no issues working with me to find a new place to live
Elisa.Jeanette
Great service, caring staff and always willing to help the needs of their clients.
Ashley Collins
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