Why owners in ECR use a property manager.
ECR runs south from the city along the Bay of Bengal. Homes here are more often villas and independent houses than flats, and many are second homes, weekend homes or houses kept for a future return to Chennai.
An empty house near the sea deteriorates faster than a flat in the city. Salt air corrodes gates, grilles and AC outdoor units. Damp and mould build up in closed rooms. Gardens and pools get out of hand within weeks.
Security matters too. A house that is visibly unoccupied is a target, so regular, visible visits make a difference.

