Our Story

About Gilchrist & Company

40+ years of Texas real estate — built on personal accountability, integrity, and a commitment to every client.

John Gilchrist — Gilchrist & Company Property Management
John Gilchrist

Professional Property Management.
Done Personally.

John Gilchrist is a Texas-licensed Realtor Associate and property manager with Gilchrist & Company — a firm with more than 40 years of trusted real estate service across DFW and Central Texas. Born and raised in Dallas and a graduate of the University of Texas, John has deep roots in the communities he serves. He manages every property himself, bringing personal accountability that most firms simply cannot offer.

John handles the process — marketing your property, screening applicants using proven criteria, handling lease administration, and coordinating maintenance. John and team make sure nothing falls through the cracks.

The result is boutique, hands-on service backed by the technology and systems of a property management firm. Property owners get an experienced professional who knows their property, knows their tenants, and treats every decision like it's his own money on the line.

Personally Accountable
High-Tech Platform
Property Handled Correctly
40+ Years Experience
Long-Term Client Relationships
Texas Licensed Realtor
40+
Years of Experience
100%
Property Owner Retention Rate
5★
Google Rating
What We Provide

Full-Service Property Management

From marketing your property to placing qualified tenants, John and team handle every step of the process.

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Property Marketing

Listings syndicated through AppFolio to Zillow, Realtor.com, and major Texas rental platforms — with social media and Facebook advertising driving additional qualified leads to your property.

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Proven Tenant Screening

Every applicant is evaluated against time-tested criteria — income verification, eviction history, credit, and landlord references — before John personally reviews and approves. You only see qualified candidates.

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Lease & Legal Administration

Professional lease preparation, execution, and renewals. Every document handled thoroughly to protect the property owner's interests and ensure compliance from move-in to move-out.

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Maintenance Coordination

Maintenance requests handled promptly with trusted local contractors. Strong vendor relationships mean no repair markups — repairs pass through at cost. John and team follow every job to completion.

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Competitive, Transparent Fees

No management fees during vacancy. No repair markups. Negotiable rates based on your portfolio. Online rent collection through AppFolio with timely disbursements and full financial reporting. Contact John for current pricing.

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Property Owner Reporting & Visibility

You see every lead, update, and decision. John and team keep you in the loop on your investment — no surprises, no guessing. Full transparency through the AppFolio owner portal.

Where We Operate

Service Areas

Gilchrist & Company actively manages properties across North Texas and Central Texas, serving property owners and tenants in communities throughout the Dallas–Austin corridor.

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DFW Metroplex

AddisonAllenArlingtonCarrolltonDallasFarmers BranchFort WorthFriscoGarlandGrand PrairieHighland ParkIrvingMcKinneyMesquitePlanoRichardsonUniversity Park
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Austin Metro

AustinBudaCedar ParkDripping SpringsGeorgetownHuttoKyleLakewayLeanderPflugervilleRound Rock
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Central Texas

BeltonCopperas CoveHarker HeightsKilleenSaladoTemple
Client Reviews

What Current Property Owners Are Saying

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★★★★★

"I've been using Gilchrist & Co for property management for almost 2 years now and they are extremely professional, responsive and generally on top of all aspects of helping to manage a rental portfolio. I highly recommend them!"

Jeff J.
Google Review · 2-Year Client
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★★★★★

"This is the best property manager I have ever worked with. So many PMs can be useless. John is the real deal."

Stuart C.
Google Review · 2 Months Ago