Now Leasing Signs for Edmonton Property Managers: What Works
If you manage rental properties in Edmonton, you know that every month a unit sits vacant is money lost. A “Now Leasing” sign at the building is one of the simplest ways to fill vacancies faster, and it reaches exactly the right audience: people who are already in the neighborhood.
Why Street Signs Work for Leasing
People looking for an apartment often drive through neighborhoods they want to live in. They’re already interested in the area. A visible “Now Leasing” sign catches them at the exact moment they’re actively looking.
Online listings on Rentfaster, Kijiji, or Facebook Marketplace reach a broader audience, but they compete with hundreds of other listings. A street sign has zero competition. It’s the only thing at that location, and it’s impossible to scroll past.
What Makes a Good Leasing Sign
The best “Now Leasing” signs communicate three things in under three seconds:
1. What’s available. “1 & 2 Bedroom Suites” or “Commercial Space Available” — be specific about the unit types.
2. A reason to act. “Starting at $1,200/month” or “Move-In Special” gives people a reason to pick up the phone.
3. How to reach you. Phone number and website. Make the text large enough to read from a car.
Keep it clean. Don’t try to fit your entire listing on the sign. The goal is to generate a phone call or a web visit, not close the deal on the spot.
Where to Place Leasing Signs
At the property. This is the obvious spot, and it works because it reaches people who are already in the neighborhood. Place the sign facing the direction of heaviest traffic.
At nearby intersections. If your building is set back from the road or on a side street, a sign at the nearest busy intersection directs traffic to your property.
Near complementary businesses. A sign near a grocery store, gym, or transit stop reaches people who are already active in the area.
Portable Signs vs. Banners and A-Frames
A vinyl banner taped to a fence or a small A-frame on the sidewalk says “we’re doing the bare minimum.” A large 5’x10’ portable billboard says “this is a professionally managed property.”
First impressions matter in leasing. The quality of your signage signals the quality of your property. A cheap-looking sign can actually discourage inquiries from good tenants.
Seasonal Timing in Edmonton
Edmonton’s rental market has predictable patterns. Vacancy rates tend to spike in September (end of summer leases) and January (post-holiday moves). Getting your signs up 4-6 weeks before these peaks gives you the best shot at filling units before they go vacant.
Spring and summer are peak moving seasons. Signs placed in March and April catch the early planners.
How OnePoint Helps Property Managers
We rent 5’x10’ double-sided portable billboard signs for $149/month. That includes custom design (free), printing, delivery, installation, and maintenance.
When a building fills up, you cancel. When new vacancies open, you call us back. No contracts, no setup fees. We can swap your panels anytime, so if the available units change from “2 Bedroom” to “Bachelor,” we update the sign.
For property managers with multiple buildings, we handle each location independently. You tell us which buildings need signs, we take care of the rest.
The Cost of a Vacant Unit
A one-bedroom in Edmonton renting at $1,200/month costs you $40/day when it’s empty. A street sign at $149/month pays for itself if it fills the unit even one day faster. In practice, a visible “Now Leasing” sign often shaves weeks off vacancy periods.
That makes it one of the highest-ROI investments in property management.
Need leasing signs for your properties? Contact OnePoint Solutions — $149/month, free design, no contracts. We can have your sign up within a week.