Business Details
Trusted Property Management Services
For over 150 years, our family has served Wicomico and Worcester County communities through diverse ventures, establishing deep roots in real estate rental operations since the early 1900s. Today, Richard C. Insley Jr. and Richard C. Insley III lead our focused approach to property ownership and management in Salisbury and Fruitland. Our decades of combined expertise in building, remodeling, and real estate sales inform our commitment to maintaining properties in excellent condition while providing personalized service. We specialize in student housing solutions near Salisbury University, offering cost-effective alternatives to traditional dormitory living without compromising comfort or convenience.Our legacy of trust spans generations, with many tenants remaining with us for extended periods. Through strategic property selection and hands-on management, we ensure each residence meets modern living standards while preserving historical character where possible. Our streamlined application process requires complete documentation from both students and parents to facilitate responsible tenancy agreements. As stewards of our community's housing needs, we balance tradition with contemporary property management practices to serve both residential and commercial clients effectively.
Services
Residential Rentals
Property Management
Student Housing
Commercial Properties
Lease Administration
Highlights and features
- We offer five generations of family experience in local real estate management
- Our properties are located within walking/biking distance to Salisbury University
- Tenants save thousands annually compared to traditional dormitory housing
- We maintain all properties in excellent condition with modern appliances
- Our small business model allows personalized attention to every tenant request
Services
Student Housing
We specialize in affordable student housing near Salisbury University, offering fully furnished homes with modern amenities. Our properties feature multiple bedrooms, private yards, and parking convenience. With leases accommodating academic calendars, we help students save thousands annually compared to traditional dormitory living while providing superior privacy and comfort.
Property Management
Our hands-on property management ensures every rental maintains excellent condition. We personally supervise maintenance, implement regular inspections, and address tenant concerns promptly. This dedicated approach preserves property value while ensuring tenant satisfaction through consistent, high-quality living standards across our residential and commercial real estate portfolio.
Lease Administration
We provide straightforward lease agreements requiring parental co-signing for student tenants. Our process includes thorough application review and security deposit collection equivalent to one month's rent. This structured approach ensures responsible tenancy while maintaining financial accountability for all parties involved.
Commercial Rentals
Our commercial property offerings complement our residential portfolio, featuring strategically located spaces in Salisbury and Fruitland. Designed for various business needs, these properties maintain the same quality standards as our residential units while offering flexible terms for commercial tenants seeking reliable, well-maintained spaces.
Maintenance Services
We offer prompt maintenance response for all rental properties through our dedicated work order system. Tenants report issues directly for timely resolution while our preventive maintenance program proactively ensures all heating, cooling, and appliance systems operate efficiently throughout the rental period.
Questions
How much can students save by renting a house instead of dorms?
Students save thousands annually compared to 9-month dorm contracts by renting fully equipped houses for 12 months.
What's included in rental properties?
All houses include refrigerator, range, washer, and dryer with most also offering dishwashers and central air conditioning.
Are parental signatures required for student leases?
Yes, parents or guardians must co-sign lease agreements for student tenants as part of our responsible tenancy process.
What's the security deposit requirement?
Security deposit equal to one month's rent is required for all tenants before move-in.
How far are properties from campus?
Properties range from 0.4 miles to 1.8 miles from campus with most within a 5-minute walk or bike ride.
Can I apply for rentals online?
Applications are available online with completed forms required from both students and parents for processing.
Reviews (4)
Zachary Ray
Mar 14, 2021
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I hated to give it the one star. My basic assumption is they have a lot of low quality houses, and get low quality tenants. They then treat everyone of their tenants like they are cattle with wallets. The son and new owner Rick earns the business the old way. He waited for his dad to hand it to him. Rick is white privilege defined. When I did not renew my lease, he began showing my house at all hours.
He also would never notify me. I have pets that run when you open the door. I begged him to keep to some type of schedule, or at the very least let me know when he was coming. He routinely let strangers
He also would never notify me. I have pets that run when you open the door. I begged him to keep to some type of schedule, or at the very least let me know when he was coming. He routinely let strangers
Reed Gehring
Dec 13, 2020
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Horrible, rental homes are not adequately cared for by management. When students leave they charge for expenses they did not incur from security deposit. As a parent, I would not recommend incoming students to live in these deplorable conditions. I helped my son to move in and to move out of rental house. We had to clean the home multiple times before he moved in and we left it much better than when he took occupancy 3 years earlier.
Abigail Murphy
Oct 31, 2020
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Critical:Professionalism,Quality
I am incredibly relieved to be done with this company. I could write a book on whats wrong with them, but Im just exhausted. Just dont do it.
I am incredibly relieved to be done with this company. I could write a book on whats wrong with them, but Im just exhausted. Just dont do it.
Tobias Satchell
Dec 22, 2019
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Richard Insley is the most cold hearted and worse person to rent from. If something breaks and it's not your fault, he makes you pay for it. They never fix anything. Had to fix my own heat. Its cheap cause the service is cheap. Dont rent here. He needs to sell his property.
