elevating lives + places

Where our people have
the power to be superstars

Dedicated to providing
transparency + producing results

An experienced team with
the passion to propel you into the future
A Legacy of Performance Meets
A Culture of Excellence
As a dynmaic multifamily management, commercial real estate, and investment firm with over 43,000 apartment homes and 1,100 employees, Drucker + Falk combines a national organization’s tools, technologies, and buying power with the personalized service that our clients consistently praise. Since our founding in 1938, we have established ourselves as one of the country’s Top 50 property management firms, reflecting our “Aim Higher” attitude and steadfast commitment to integrity, transparency, and service.
Act As One.
We value relationships, We have a culture of trust and belonging where every team member is supported, value and empowered to succeed.
Do The Right Thing, Always.
We act with integrity, honesty, and transparency no matter the pressure or circumstance.
Have Fun.
We bring a positive attitude and are intentional about enjoying the journey.
Be Extraordinary.
We are relentless in our pursuit of excellence. We consistently perform with a sense of urgency and hold ourselves to the highest standards.
Embrace Innovation.
We explore new approaches and turn innovation into impact.
To Our Team
We promise to create a firm where our people are our greatest asset and our greatest differentiator, a place where careers grow, voices are heard, and ideas move us forward. You will be challenged, supported, and recognized as we invest in your growth. In return, we ask that you be proactive, lift each other up as we grow stronger together and strive to have a positive impact on everyone you come into contact with each day.
To Our Clients
We promise to deliver service, expertise and an ownership mentorship mentality that exceeds your expectations, as well as those of your residents, tenants, and guests, with both responsiveness and care. In return, we ask for open communication, timely collaboration, and mutual respect.
To the World
We promise to create welcoming apartment communities, provide exceptional service to our residents and work to strengthen the neighborhoods in which we serve.
Where We Started,
+ The Exciting Road Ahead
Emanuel E. Falk and A. Louis Drucker met as children in the Drucker family grocery store. In 1938, they established a real estate and insurance partnership that laid the foundation for Drucker + Falk. From the beginning, we have embedded our Aim Higher™ business culture into everything we do. We have always prioritized a forward-thinking, people-focused approach, which has helped us grow into one of the nation’s largest and most respected property management and commercial real estate organizations.
Drucker + Falk Timeline
1938–1960s
- Seeded with $100, a typewriter, and one part-time associate, a real estate and insurance partnership is formed.
- The company grows its size and reputation through proactive stewardship and value enhancement for its real estate partners.
1970s–1990s
- Drucker + Falk opens a new office in Raleigh, NC, establishing a hub for expansion in the Southeastern U.S.
- The company experiences exponential growth while developing new processes and adding significant client value.
2000s
- The third generation of management takes over, with Directors Wendy Drucker, Kellie Falk, and David Falk at the helm.
- In 2004, Guy Buck is named chief financial officer.
- In 2009, industry veteran Jim Ledbetter is appointed president/chief operating officer.
2010s
- Drucker + Falk expands into Ohio, assuming a multifamily portfolio of more than 25,000 apartments.
2020s + BEYOND
- Building on the foundation laid by our grandfathers, Drucker + Falk has strategically developed a highly diverse portfolio of over 43,000 apartments across 9 states.
What We Stand For
Drucker + Falk's Mission, Vision + Values
At Drucker + Falk, we believe in creating unrivaled value for all clients through exceptional performance. This involves cultivating outstanding places for our residents to live, work, and play, optimizing investment outcomes for our partners, and empowering our employees to reach their potential and become superstars. In our 88 years of business, we have consistently fostered a tight-knit company culture that values teamwork, transparency, integrity, and, most importantly, giving back.
A Record of Achievement
Our Awards + Recognitions
Throughout our company’s extensive history, Drucker + Falk has consistently been recognized for outstanding performance in the multifamily and commercial property industry. Some of our proudest achievements include being named one of NHMC’s Top 50 Management Companies and being featured on J Turner Researcher’s List of Top 25 Property Management Firms in the Division 1 ORA™ Power Ranking.
Wake Tech
NMHC
WAA
Drucker + Falk Recognized for Excellence at the Wilmington Apartment Association Crest Awards.
January 31, 2025
ORA Top 25 Management Companies
Several Drucker + Falk Apartment Communities Make Elite 1% ORA Power Ranking By J Turner Research.
February, 2025
VAMA Member
ACE Awards
Drucker + Falk Shines at the Virginia Apartment Management Association Annual ACE Awards.
October 30, 2024
Our Business Believes
In giving back
One of Drucker + Falk’s core principles is our commitment to supporting community outreach programs and social responsibility initiatives. Each year, we encourage our team members to participate in a paid “Day of Giving,” where we volunteer together for a good cause. For more information, please visit our Careers & Culture page.
Virginia Peninsula Food Bank
PCs for People
Special Olympics
Richmond SPCA
YMCA
Tidewater Friends of Foster Care
A Million Thanks
Keep America Beautiful
