Buildium Pricing 2026: Plans, Costs & Is It Worth It?
Buildium is one of the most popular property management software options for small to mid-size PM companies. But which plan do you actually need, and is it worth the cost? Here's our complete pricing breakdown.
Buildium Pricing Plans
| Plan | Price | Units | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | $58/mo | Up to 150 | Small PMs just starting out |
| Growth | $183/mo | Up to 5,000 | Growing PM companies |
| Premium | $375/mo | Unlimited | Larger operations wanting API access |
What's Included in Each Plan
Essential ($58/mo)
- Accounting & financial reporting
- Online rent collection (ACH & credit card)
- Maintenance request tracking
- Tenant & lease tracking
- 1099 e-filing
- Tenant screening
- Online rental applications
- Buildium website
Growth ($183/mo) — Everything in Essential, plus:
- Performance analytics dashboard
- eSignatures for leases
- Priority support
- Property inspections
- Buildium Rewards program
Premium ($375/mo) — Everything in Growth, plus:
- Open API access
- Dedicated account manager
- Priority listing on Buildium's renter search
Cost Comparison by Portfolio Size
| Portfolio Size | Buildium Cost | Cost Per Door | AppFolio Equivalent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 doors | $58/mo (Essential) | $1.16/door | $70/mo |
| 100 doors | $58/mo (Essential) | $0.58/door | $140/mo |
| 150 doors | $58/mo (Essential) | $0.39/door | $210/mo |
| 200 doors | $183/mo (Growth) | $0.92/door | $280/mo |
| 500 doors | $183/mo (Growth) | $0.37/door | $700/mo |
Key insight: Buildium becomes dramatically cheaper per door as your portfolio grows. At 500 doors, you're paying $0.37/door vs AppFolio's $1.40/door. That's a $450/mo savings.
Is Buildium Worth It?
Yes, if you're under 500 doors. Buildium is the best value in PM software for small to mid-size operators. The Essential plan at $58/mo is genuinely hard to beat — it covers all the basics you need to run a professional operation.
When to consider upgrading: Move to Growth ($183/mo) when you pass 150 doors or when you need eSignatures and performance analytics. The Premium plan ($375/mo) is only worth it if you need API access for integrations.
When to consider alternatives: If you're past 500 doors and feeling constrained, look at AppFolio or Rent Manager. Buildium works at 500+, but more advanced platforms might save your team enough time to justify the higher cost.
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