Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Trusted Real Estate Partner in Largo, FL
Buffington Properties was founded in 1996 by Gary Buffington, a seasoned real estate professional with 38 years of industry experience. Our family-operated business has built a strong local reputation in Largo, Florida, serving clients for over 18 years. We specialize in real estate sales, property management, and rental services, offering comprehensive solutions for residential and commercial properties. Our team prioritizes client satisfaction by leveraging deep local market knowledge and maintaining transparent communication. We manage 160-180 properties annually, ensuring owners receive reliable, stress-free rental income.Our property management process includes tenant screening, credit checks, and personalized decision-making support for owners. We handle all bookkeeping in-house, providing monthly statements and year-end tax documentation. Our maintenance team addresses repairs efficiently, balancing cost-effectiveness with quality standards. We pride ourselves on fostering long-term relationships with property owners and tenants through ethical practices and dedicated service. With certifications like Graduate Realtor Institute and Certified Residential Specialist, we uphold the highest professional standards in the industry.
Services
Property Management
Real Estate Sales
Rental Properties
Commercial Rentals
Seasonal Rentals
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer 18+ years of local property management expertise
- Our personalized tenant screening process includes credit and reference checks
- We provide transparent bookkeeping with monthly statements and tax documentation
- Our team handles repairs efficiently with cost-effective maintenance solutions
- We leverage 38 years of real estate experience from industry-certified professionals
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Realtors (NAR)
- Pinellas Realtor Organization (PRO)
- National Association of Residential Property Managers (NARPM)
What people say
Happy, Satisfied owners
Excellent results
Profitable and worry-free
Vast local knowledge
Dependable maintenance
Services
Property Management
Buffington Properties offers comprehensive property management services for residential and commercial properties. Our 18+ years of experience ensure owners receive reliable tenant screening, maintenance coordination, and financial reporting. We handle all aspects of property oversight to maximize returns while minimizing owner stress.
Real Estate Sales
Our real estate sales team specializes in residential and investment property transactions. With deep local market knowledge and 38 years of combined experience, we help clients buy/sell properties efficiently. We provide pricing strategy guidance and marketing support to achieve optimal results.
Rental Properties
We manage a diverse portfolio of rental properties including houses, condos, and apartments. Our services include tenant placement, lease preparation, and ongoing property maintenance. We ensure landlords receive consistent rental income while maintaining tenant satisfaction through responsive service.
Commercial Rentals
Buffington Properties offers commercial rental management services for office spaces, retail units, and industrial properties. We focus on maximizing occupancy rates through targeted marketing while maintaining strict tenant qualification standards. Our team handles lease administration and property maintenance coordination for commercial landlords.
Seasonal Rentals
We specialize in seasonal rental management for Florida properties, handling short-term leases from one month to annual cycles. Our services include tenant screening, property preparation, and maintenance support for vacation homes. We ensure compliance with local regulations while maximizing rental returns for owners.
People
Gary Buffington
Owner/Broker
Gary Buffington founded Buffington Properties in 1996 with 38 years of real estate experience. He holds Graduate Realtor Institute and Certified Residential Specialist designations. His local market expertise spans property management, sales, and investment strategies.
Krista Kosier
President
Krista Kosier has managed Buffington Properties for over 10 years, overseeing 160-180 properties annually. She specializes in property management operations and client relations, ensuring high service standards for property owners and tenants.
Questions
What real estate services do you offer?
We provide property management, real estate sales, residential/commercial rentals, and seasonal rental management services in Pinellas County.
How long have you been in business?
Buffington Properties has operated in Largo, Florida since 1996, with our team having over 38 years of combined real estate experience.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Largo and surrounding areas in Pinellas County, Florida, including Clearwater and Belleair Beach.
How do you handle property maintenance?
Our in-house team handles routine repairs, while licensed contractors perform permit-requiring work to ensure compliance and quality standards.
What tenant screening process do you use?
We conduct credit checks, reference verification, and personal consultations with owners to ensure qualified tenant selection for rental properties.
Reviews (5)
Patti Kerns
Jun 20, 2022
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Buffington Properties us one of the best property management companies I have ever dealt with in Florida. They are honest, prompt to get back with you, and any time I had a problem, including the weekend, they had it fixed by the next day. Hard to, find quality like this in today's crazy world. V
Barbie Handler
Nov 10, 2021
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We had a wonderful leasing experience with Krista; and her team at Buffington Property Management. Krista was always available and more than willing to assist with any and all maintenance issues that arose. Krista was repeatedly a phone, email or text away, if we ever needed help! Krista truly cares about her properties and clients! Buffington Property Management was always fair and very attentive with all our leasing needs! Thank you Krista, we will truly miss working with you!
Joe Connor
Jun 02, 2020
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I am a landlord and have worked closely with Robert Thompson at Buffington Properties for more than three years. He has my highest recommendation. Robert is as personable, thorough and professional as they come in this line of work. He has the right personality to succeed in this business because he's able to prioritize and not let a frustrated landlord or tenant get in the way of ruining his day or preventing him from getting done what needs to get done that particular day.
He's been in this business long enough where he's experienced just about everything - and that experience really does matter. In short, he has the demeanor, temperament and poise to get things done the right way. I have every confidence in the world in Robert which is why he's my go-to guy.
He's been in this business long enough where he's experienced just about everything - and that experience really does matter. In short, he has the demeanor, temperament and poise to get things done the right way. I have every confidence in the world in Robert which is why he's my go-to guy.
Phillip Herlein
Mar 11, 2019
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Krista and team handled my condo rental for 6+ years while I was working overseas. Overall, they did an excellent job with marketing, placing good tenants, managing maintenance, HOA interface, etc. Would recommend them to a friend and use them again in the future.
Stuart
Jan 09, 2019
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16 November 2018 I currently have 3 small homes in the Largo area, which Buffington Properties has managed for at least 3 years. Time, and again, many fold over. Buffington Properties has shown their professional knowledge, and expertise of handling issues, let alone their excellence of caring service, and attention to detail. I can't stress enough, how truly grateful I am - to every person in their team.
Running a business such as this can be stressful, but I consider Buffington Properties as one of the best business decisions I have ever made. I am honored to consider them my "business partners", and truly feel they are caring friends of mine. To anybody who has had any sour experiences from other business's. I greatly stress that you should give Buffington Properties an opportunity, for you. If you are looking for a caring, Business relationship. you will find no better.
Again - I feel honored, to have them managing my 3 small homes. and can't thank them enough. Should you want my personal contact information, I am happy to have Buffington Properties provide it. I am a client of Robert Thompson's, my name is Stuart Sxxxb.
Running a business such as this can be stressful, but I consider Buffington Properties as one of the best business decisions I have ever made. I am honored to consider them my "business partners", and truly feel they are caring friends of mine. To anybody who has had any sour experiences from other business's. I greatly stress that you should give Buffington Properties an opportunity, for you. If you are looking for a caring, Business relationship. you will find no better.
Again - I feel honored, to have them managing my 3 small homes. and can't thank them enough. Should you want my personal contact information, I am happy to have Buffington Properties provide it. I am a client of Robert Thompson's, my name is Stuart Sxxxb.
