BiggerPockets Daily These Five States Have the Highest Tenant Retention Rates in America
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Aug 28, 2025 Explore the states with the highest tenant retention rates, revealing why places like Texas, North Carolina, and Georgia are winning in real estate. Factors like job growth and community ties keep renters longer, offering landlords a chance for stability. Discover California's allure despite its high costs and Utah's thriving rental market fueled by quality of life. Learn key insights that can guide real estate investors looking for long-term tenant demand.
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Retention Is A Primary Profit Lever
- Tenant retention matters more when margins are tight because vacancies and turnover spike costs.
- Keeping reliable tenants is the best way to protect cash flow in a high-rate environment.
Target High-Stickiness Suburbs
- Target suburbs north of Dallas and other fast-expanding Texas zones for long-term rental plays.
- Focus on built-to-rent or buy-and-hold properties where resident stickiness is highest.
Universities Seed Local Workforce Retention
- North Carolina retains residents because universities feed local job markets and graduates stay.
- Strong tech, medical, and finance sectors create local career paths that increase retention.