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Residen vs Buildium

More features, simpler pricing

Buildium is a solid product for associations and residential managers, but their tiered pricing gets expensive as you grow and they lack the modern developer-friendly features that growing PMs need.

Pricing comparison

Residen

$99/mo + $0.50/unit

All features included

Buildium

$58/mo Essential, $166/mo Growth

Feature restrictions apply

Save on features + ACH fees

Common Buildium frustrations

Tiered pricing locks features behind expensive plans
ACH fees of $1.00 per transaction on Essential plan
Limited customization options
Dated user interface
No open API on lower tiers
Slow feature development

Feature-by-feature comparison

FeatureResidenBuildium
Online rent collection
$0.50 ACH payments
Maintenance tracking
Tenant portal
Owner portal
Accounting/GL
Open API (all plans)
QuickBooks integration
Human support
No minimum fees
Modern UX
Tenant screening
E-signatures

Frequently asked questions

How does Residen compare to Buildium on pricing?

Residen is $99/month + $0.50 per unit with all features included. Buildium starts at $58/month for Essential (with limited features) and $166/month for Growth. Residen includes everything Buildium Growth offers with transparent per-unit pricing.

Can I migrate from Buildium to Residen?

Yes. Residen supports data migration from Buildium via CSV export/import. Our migration team helps ensure a smooth transition with no data loss.

Does Residen support HOA/association management?

Yes. Residen supports residential, commercial, HOA, and mixed-use properties with features like board member portals, assessment tracking, and violation management.

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