Get your evenings back.
Self-manage your Nelson rental for $15/month.
Nelson's lifestyle appeal drives strong rental demand, with tenants drawn to the region's sunshine, outdoor activities, and growing economy. Landlords here often live in the region themselves and want a hands-on approach — but without the time drain. keel gives Nelson landlords the tools to self-manage efficiently.
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Built for Nelson landlords
Nelson's smaller market means fewer property management companies to choose from, and those that exist charge a premium. keel gives you a better alternative: AI-powered maintenance triage, automated rent tracking, and Healthy Homes compliance — all for $15/month.
Avg weekly rent
$470
Nelson median
Rental properties
10,000+
In Nelson/Tasman
Keel price
$15/mo
vs $200+/mo for a PM
Everything a property manager does - without the fees
Keel replaces your Nelson property manager with AI-powered tools that work around the clock.
Maintenance triage
Tenants in Nelson report issues through their portal. Skip triages by urgency, matches to local contractors, and tracks progress. You just approve.
Rent tracking
Rent due dates tracked against each tenancy. Skip drafts arrears notices the moment a payment looks late - you approve, Skip sends. Akahu auto bank reconciliation in preview, GA Q3 2026.
Healthy Homes compliance
Track heating, insulation, ventilation, moisture, and draught stopping for every Nelson property. Get alerts before deadlines, not after fines.
Tenant portal
Your tenants get their own portal to report maintenance, view documents, and message you. No more scattered texts and emails.
Document generation
Tenancy agreements, inspection reports, and compliance certificates - generated, ready to sign, and stored securely.
Skip AI assistant
Ask Skip anything about NZ rental law, your properties, or your tenants. Instant answers, 24/7. Like having a property manager on call.
How Keel compares
More features, lower price, and an AI assistant that actually does things.
Property manager
8-10% + fees
myRent
$20/month
Keel
From $15/month
Up and running in 5 minutes
Add your properties
Enter the address, rent amount, and number of bedrooms. That's it.
Invite your tenants
They get their own portal to report maintenance and view documents.
Let Keel handle the rest
Check your dashboard for 5 minutes a day. Everything else is automated.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best property management software in Nelson?
Keel is the best property management software for Nelson landlords who want to self-manage. It combines AI-powered maintenance triage, rent tracking with Skip-drafted arrears notices, Healthy Homes compliance, and a built-in tenant portal - all for a flat fee starting at $15/month. Unlike traditional property managers who charge 8-10% of your rent, Keel gives you the same capabilities at a fraction of the cost.
How much does property management software cost in Nelson?
Keel uses graduated per-property pricing, all + GST: $15/month for one property, $25 for two, $35 for three - every extra property adds $10, capped at $99/month for 10+ properties. Annual billing is 2 months free. Compare that to traditional property managers in Nelson who charge 8-10% of your weekly rent - on a typical Nelson rental at $470/week, that's over $200/month in fees alone, plus letting fees, inspection fees, and maintenance mark-ups.
Can I self-manage my rental property in Nelson?
Absolutely. Many Nelson landlords successfully self-manage their properties. Keel makes it easier by taking the time-consuming tasks off your plate: maintenance triage, compliance monitoring, tenant communication, and Skip-drafted arrears notices when rent runs late. With Keel's AI assistant Skip, you can get instant answers to NZ tenancy law questions without needing to hire a property manager.
What is Keel's AI assistant Skip?
Skip is Keel's built-in AI assistant that handles tenant communications, triages maintenance requests by urgency, generates tenancy documents, tracks Healthy Homes compliance, and answers questions about New Zealand rental law. Skip works 24/7, so your tenants get fast responses even when you're busy.
Is there a free trial?
Yes. Keel offers a 30-day free trial with no credit card required. You can add your properties, invite your tenants, and experience the full platform before paying anything.