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Doud Realty Services, Inc.
Property Manager
3.8 stars
202 Reviews
Markets served
Virginia Beach, VA
Chesapeake, VA
Norfolk, VA
Suffolk, VA
Portsmouth, VA
Newport News, VA
Hampton, VA
Licenses, Designations or Certificates
State of VA License: 0225193845 PROFESSIONAL REAL ESTATE EXPERIENCE Doud Realty Services, Inc. 533 County St Portsmouth VA — Principal Broker/Owner May 2013 - PRESENT Doud Realty Services Inc., 533 County St Portsmouth VA — Licensed Property Manager June 2012 - May 2013 Gallery of Homes Realtors, 1492 S. Independence Blvd #103 ...
About us
Full Service Real Estate Company specializing in Property Management and Sales of investment properties. We manage Rental Property as a team, which means there is always someone to answer the phone or emails between 9am-4pm M-F.
Specialties
HUD/Section 8
Long-term rental: 12+ months
Other Property Management Services
Mid-term rental: 1-12 months
Reviews (202)
3.8 stars
202 Reviews
3.8 stars
202 Reviews
0.0 star
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5.0 stars
a month ago
Reviewed by
Rental Properties
This company is great! They manage a property for us and we could not be more happy with our decision. Highly recommend their management services.
1.0 star
a month ago
Reviewed by
Emyia
First, I thought living here was going to be the best decision ever. I live in the apartments on Meads Road, and after living here for a few months, it’s honestly been one of the most frustrating places I’ve lived.
The first issue is the heating. The baseboard heat and insulation are terrible. During the colder months, I had to keep the baseboard heaters running almost 24/7 just to stay warm, and I even had to buy additional space heaters. As a result, my electric bill was around $300–$400. We absolutely love that, right? 😜
The second issue is the air conditioning. The AC units are terrible, and they constantly smell. I’ve submitted multiple maintenance requests, and it takes forever for someone to come out. They replaced two of my units, and they’re already starting to smell again. At this point, I don’t even bother putting in maintenance requests because the same issues keep coming back. The units they provide just aren’t adequate. There are only two wall units for the apartment, and they are nowhere near powerful enough to cool the living room, kitchen, and bedrooms. I ended up buying my own AC unit for another room because it got so hot that my hairstyling products literally started melting.
Communication with the office can also be frustrating. Not everyone is this way, but there have been times when I felt like I was bothering or annoying staff just by asking about maintenance requests.
The property itself isn’t well maintained either. Some neighbors leave trash in the hallways for weeks without it being cleaned up, and the exterior of the building looks neglected. There are vines growing all over my window and up the building walls, making it look run-down.
Yes, the rent is affordable, but for me, the negatives outweighed the lower price. I personally wouldn’t choose to live here again.
4.0 stars
Edited a month ago
Reviewed by
opal
Doud Realty is great! I am pleased with my rental. The ladies who work there are super friendly, knowledgeable and very welcoming. Glad I found them!
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Que
Want to thank Doud Realty especially Kayla for assisting us with a smooth and fast approval. Don't know if I have selected the right place/neighborhood but one thing for sure I'm not paying 1700 for a one bedroom. Thank You Doud's. We will be reaching out to you guys.
1.0 star
a year ago
Reviewed by
L C
Ten months of stress, black mold, and deception — renters and property owners, please read.
After putting down a $1,200 deposit within 48 hours (under pressure), I was told the unit would be ready in 2 weeks — it took 7 weeks. Only after signing the lease was I handed a separate list of extra fees:
$75 for lawn mowing (not done for months)
$10 for landlord’s insurance
$30 for an unexplained service
$7 for air filters, $2 admin fees, etc.
None of this was disclosed up front. And even worse, the unit was filthy — I spent two weeks cleaning vomit, cat feces, and years of grime.
When I moved in:
No hot water (broken water heater)
Broken washer/dryer, dishwasher, and toilet
Leaking fridge, sink, and daily flooding under the kitchen (still not fixed)
Mold and mildew that have caused health problems, anxiety, hives, and even falls
Despite paying over my required rent each month, the fees are prioritized — making me look late and causing issues with my Section 8 transfer, now on hold.
Their online portal shows fake maintenance requests marked "completed" while my real ones are ignored.
If you're a property owner, think twice — I doubt you're being told the truth. If you’re a renter, beware of hidden fees and broken promises. If you’re experiencing something similar, reach out — I’m working with local government and media.
5.0 stars
a month ago
Reviewed by
Rental Properties
This company is great! They manage a property for us and we could not be more happy with our decision. Highly recommend their management services.
1.0 star
a month ago
Reviewed by
Emyia
First, I thought living here was going to be the best decision ever. I live in the apartments on Meads Road, and after living here for a few months, it’s honestly been one of the most frustrating places I’ve lived.
The first issue is the heating. The baseboard heat and insulation are terrible. During the colder months, I had to keep the baseboard heaters running almost 24/7 just to stay warm, and I even had to buy additional space heaters. As a result, my electric bill was around $300–$400. We absolutely love that, right? 😜
The second issue is the air conditioning. The AC units are terrible, and they constantly smell. I’ve submitted multiple maintenance requests, and it takes forever for someone to come out. They replaced two of my units, and they’re already starting to smell again. At this point, I don’t even bother putting in maintenance requests because the same issues keep coming back. The units they provide just aren’t adequate. There are only two wall units for the apartment, and they are nowhere near powerful enough to cool the living room, kitchen, and bedrooms. I ended up buying my own AC unit for another room because it got so hot that my hairstyling products literally started melting.
Communication with the office can also be frustrating. Not everyone is this way, but there have been times when I felt like I was bothering or annoying staff just by asking about maintenance requests.
The property itself isn’t well maintained either. Some neighbors leave trash in the hallways for weeks without it being cleaned up, and the exterior of the building looks neglected. There are vines growing all over my window and up the building walls, making it look run-down.
Yes, the rent is affordable, but for me, the negatives outweighed the lower price. I personally wouldn’t choose to live here again.
4.0 stars
Edited a month ago
Reviewed by
opal
Doud Realty is great! I am pleased with my rental. The ladies who work there are super friendly, knowledgeable and very welcoming. Glad I found them!
5.0 stars
5 months ago
Reviewed by
Que
Want to thank Doud Realty especially Kayla for assisting us with a smooth and fast approval. Don't know if I have selected the right place/neighborhood but one thing for sure I'm not paying 1700 for a one bedroom. Thank You Doud's. We will be reaching out to you guys.
1.0 star
a year ago
Reviewed by
L C
Ten months of stress, black mold, and deception — renters and property owners, please read.
After putting down a $1,200 deposit within 48 hours (under pressure), I was told the unit would be ready in 2 weeks — it took 7 weeks. Only after signing the lease was I handed a separate list of extra fees:
$75 for lawn mowing (not done for months)
$10 for landlord’s insurance
$30 for an unexplained service
$7 for air filters, $2 admin fees, etc.
None of this was disclosed up front. And even worse, the unit was filthy — I spent two weeks cleaning vomit, cat feces, and years of grime.
When I moved in:
No hot water (broken water heater)
Broken washer/dryer, dishwasher, and toilet
Leaking fridge, sink, and daily flooding under the kitchen (still not fixed)
Mold and mildew that have caused health problems, anxiety, hives, and even falls
Despite paying over my required rent each month, the fees are prioritized — making me look late and causing issues with my Section 8 transfer, now on hold.
Their online portal shows fake maintenance requests marked "completed" while my real ones are ignored.
If you're a property owner, think twice — I doubt you're being told the truth. If you’re a renter, beware of hidden fees and broken promises. If you’re experiencing something similar, reach out — I’m working with local government and media.
