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Stikeleather Realty Stikeleather Realty has been in business over 35 years. We have the experience you require for all of your Real Estate needs. If you're considering buying, selling, auctioning or renting in or around Charlotte, NC real estate, we can help. As a full-service North Carolina real estate company, we have expertise in retail sales, home buying, rentals, real estate auctions, property management, Estate Sales, buying foreclosures and we are managing Home Owners Associations.We also offer a cash for homes program where we buy your home for cash, allowing for a quick closing without any hassle.
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Founded by Charlotte Agent Rick Stikeleather, Stikeleather Realty & Investment Company has been buying, selling, leasing, and managing property in the metro area and surrounding counties for over 35 years. We are committed to offering complete real estate services to our Owners and Clients. Our level of expertise and longevity in the industry, gives our Owners and Clients an edge in the market.
Stikeleather Realty has a wealth of knowledge regarding real estate, homes for sale, rental homes, apartments, condos, foreclosures, HOA's, and realty management in Charlotte NC and the surrounding area. We will get back to you within 48 hours. If you need immediate assistance, please call the number below.
Stikeleather Realty welcomes you home! Real estate is all about Location, Location, Location! Whether it's a location Uptown, Center City, the Suburbs, in the County or Lakeside, we offer a full selection of homes, town-homes, and apartments. We have homes ranging from 1 bedroom to 5+ bedrooms, in and around the Charlotte ares.
The total application fee for one adult is $75. $35 of that is for the showing and must be paid first so we can show you the property. You must view the interior with us. Showings will not be the same day, they are scheduled for the following business day. 1 Adult is $75, each additional adult 18 and older that is going to live in the home is $15.
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Karen Bristol
Jun 22, 2022
My experience is best summed up as Dishonest slum lord. Yes, Rick and his staff are friendly to get you to rent the property but they have been dishonest to keep the security deposit. Here's my experience. Two weeks after signing my lease at 6034 Tuck***, I went with the key provided by Stikeleather to let in carpet cleaners because the carpet was dirty and stained.

The key did not work and Rick was gracious to meet me with a key that worked and was willing to cover the cost of the significantly overgrown lawn. Carpet cleaners determined the carpet was old and most stains could not be removed and the carpet had pink bleach stains which Rick said was caused by his cleaners and to include on the move in checklist.

During my tenancy, lots of electric panels losing power and my handyman made right. Windows old and sealed shut so I installed ceiling fans to keep home cool. Rent paid on time even during Covid. Fast forward to 3 bullets coming through the front door and front window while the kids and I are home. We vacate immediately and decide not a safe place to be anymore. Rick tries to console me by stating bullets can come through any home and refers me to a dump that is smaller and with dirty carpet on Glenwood Rd.

He asks if I filed a police report and I said no that my family safety was more important. He was paid rent on the property for 3 months while my family and I did not live in the home and I looked for a new place. He was given more than 45 days notice that May 31st would end my tenancy. I hired a full service moving and cleaning service to pack up the home and clean it.

Another bullet came through a 2nd window while they were there and they also did not file a police report. The company failed to remove trash and clean the home. Stikeleather sends a letter stating they had to do bug extermination because dead bugs were across the counters. Those bugs fell out insect traps. Takeout spilled on the Stove top and becomes stuck on food that is billed for $350 for stove removal and replacement.

There is a $500 charge to replace carpet flooring that was given old and stained upon my tenancy. The fridge had dead gnats as confirmed by the company I hired and he calls them maggots to present that a dirty stove top, carpets not vacuumed and a fridge with dead gnats were a filthy home. I repeated on several occasions that the cleaning fee and trash removal were not disputed but other charges were a ruse to keep the security deposit. We both have pics for court. I would not recommend this company for dishonest billing practices.
Angela Farley
Feb 20, 2022
They are very great he always maintained his property great people to rent from Christian.wonderful wonderful people
Farah Friedrich
Oct 26, 2021
Rick was a gentleman and great to work with! He handled my moms needs very timely and was very accommodating! I appreciate the opportunity to have rented from him. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a great landlord who values his tenants.
Jl Parnell
May 08, 2018
I have been recommended this company by many close friends. I'm also a GC and you do not have to hire someone with a license if the repair is less than 30k. I have done many repairs on houses I was renting and worked on others for my landlord. This is not a violation of code. It is finding a economical solution. An example is that I have to pay employees that used to make $10 an hour $15.37 an hour now that I'm licensed. This cost gets passed down to the customer. Anyone can have insurance and be bonded however which is really what matters.
Shirnetta Gaston
Jan 15, 2017
I have been renting from Stikeleather Realty for three years now and, I must say that this has been the best rental experience that I have ever had! They are very prompt with the maintenance of their properties, and that staff, especially Tammy, is very polite, helpful, and courteous! I would recommend the property management company to anyone, and I am looking forward to purchasing a home from them in the immediate future!
Rebecca Schinella
May 20, 2016
Don't disregard the horror stories you see in these reviews. Several of my friends have had bad experiences with Stikeleather Realty. These people take advantage of their tenant's and there is no heart in this company. These are not people I have interest in dealing with or giving my money to and they should be ashamed of their shady practices.
Cameron Lewis
Feb 12, 2016
Stikeleather Realty is THE BEST real estate company in NC! I have rented from them and they were always so accommodating. They are such a professional group of people and were always willing to help out when we had issues or needed help with our rental. I wouldn't choose another real estate company to work with!
Vicki Redder
Dec 14, 2015
In my opinion. Do not use this company! I know for a fact that on certain properties they do not use licensed realtor's or contractors to do showings, or handle repairs. They use their tenants( this happened to one of my friends) to do work for them so they do not have to hire employees or pay contractors. They promise payment, but evict the tenants when they look for payment.

They are dishonest. They threaten law suits when you break your lease. I rented from them, the landlord stop paying their mortgage; foreclosure notices were placed on the home. When I asked what my options were for moving out before the home was made off limits, response was if I leave they would sue me for breaking the lease. Single mom, 2 children, 2 cat's.

How quickly would I have been able to find a home if I get locked out?! No compassion at all! Too many other agencies around to chose this one. Learned my lesson the hard way.
JMaLynne Foard-Edwards
Feb 01, 2014
I called Stikeleather Realty on Monday and was quoted one price for a property, was told $35 viewing fee. I was so excited! The next day I went to pay the fee to see the property, I walk in pleasant and happy! I started off speaking w/ one rep. Told her I was paying my viewing fee and the property and the price I was quoted over the phone. When out of nowhere the other female rep took over the conversation!

She told me that the property I was looking at was $40 more then what was quoted over the phone! I was still going to look at the property but the more the rep talked the more rude she was. Some people really don't belong in customer service! Her attitude was disgusting! I honestly took the money I had out for the viewing fee, and put it back in my bag and walked away! They really need to have customer service training! Or keep rudeness in the back until she learns how to treat future clients!
Archer
Dec 11, 2013
Rude, Unprofessional, Demeaning, Rude, Unprofessional, Dingy office, Cheap attitudes, Cheap appearance Cheap employees, Condescending. The Owner is rude as I have ever seen. They took 3 weeks to do my application asked for tons of information and still denied me. I have a 750 credit score and above same as my wife and we still were denied. For income on a 1200.00 house.

I have not been denied for anything in 15 years. We are certain they took our application fee knowing that my wife did not work because we just moved to Charlotte NC after they said my income was fine. Sad deceptive behavior. Do not go here do not go here. If you want to be made to feel cheap trashy and garbage like then this place is a must. Stikeleather Realty is to be avoided at all cost.