Tenant Screening
Zillow Rental Manager
★★★★☆ 4.3/5 · Founded 2006
Zillow Rental Manager is a free tool for landlords to list properties on Zillow, Trulia, and HotPads, collect rental applications, screen tenants, and accept online rent payments. Tenant screening is free for landlords — applicants pay a one-time $35 fee that includes a credit report, background check, and eviction history and is reusable across all participating listings for 30 days.
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | Free for landlords, Tenant pays $35 per application (includes credit, background, eviction check), Portable application reusable for 30 days, List on Zillow, Trulia, HotPads, Online rent collection, Lease creation tools, 110M+ monthly Zillow visitors |
Pros
- Completely free for landlords — tenants pay the $35 screening fee
- Massive reach through Zillow's 110M+ monthly visitors
- Portable applications reduce friction for serious applicants
Cons
- Single credit bureau (Experian) — no document verification
- No fraud detection technology
- Less comprehensive than dedicated screening platforms
Best For
Small landlords with 1–10 units who want free tenant screening integrated with the most trafficked rental marketplace
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