SJA Property Management has been awarded Silver in the Property Management category of The Seattle Times' 2026 Best in the PNW People's Choice Awards, improving on the Bronze it received in 2024. Unlike industry awards judged by panels, this honor is determined entirely by public vote, meaning the recognition reflects the direct experiences of renters, homeowners, and investors across the Puget Sound region. For a property management company, that distinction matters: it signals trust earned at the ground level rather than through marketing or trade-group selections.
The Redmond-based firm has managed rental homes in the Puget Sound area since 2009. Its portfolio now exceeds 1,000 homes across Washington, valued at more than $500 million, with most properties located in King and Snohomish Counties. That scale places SJA among the larger independent property management companies in the region, and the award suggests its operational approach resonates with the owners and residents it serves.
"This award belongs to our owners and residents who took the time to vote for us," said Devin Easterlin, CEO of SJA Property Management. "Property owners trust us with one of their most valuable investments. Being recognized by the community we serve tells us our focus on clear communication, careful screening, and consistent follow-through is making a real difference."
The services behind that trust are largely routine but essential: tenant screening and placement, leasing, rent collection, maintenance coordination, inspections, and compliance with Washington's rental laws for single-family and multifamily properties. SJA backs its work with eight written owner guarantees and has accumulated more than 800 five-star reviews. One Bellevue landlord described a turnaround after previous bad experiences with other companies, noting that repair requests were never denied and that SJA was transparent about rental laws and lease agreements when problematic tenants arose.
Beyond day-to-day management, SJA gives 5% of its profits to local causes through the SJA Gives Back Program, which supports youth and education, housing and homelessness, and community well-being. That philanthropic component may also factor into how the public perceives the company, particularly in a region grappling with housing affordability and homelessness.
For property owners evaluating management options, the People's Choice award offers a signal that peers and neighbors have found the firm reliable. The company invites owners to book a free rental consultation at propertymanagersseattle.com. SJA holds an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and belongs to the Rental Housing Association and the National Association of Residential Property Managers. As the Puget Sound rental market grows more complex, recognition from the community may carry more weight than ever.
