Weston Wagner Named 2025 Arkansas Landlord Association “Landlord of the
Year”JONESBORO, AR – The Arkansas Landlord Association is proud to announce that
Weston Wagner, a Jonesboro-based builder and real estate entrepreneur, has been named the
2025 Landlord of the Year. This prestigious statewide award recognizes Wagner’s unwavering
commitment to quality housing, community revitalization, and professional excellence within the
rental industry.
At just 30 years old, Wagner has built an impressive portfolio of 46 single-family homes from the
ground up—with 10 more currently under construction. Rejecting the “slumlord mentality” often
associated with aging rental stock, Wagner has built his reputation on a "quality over everything"
philosophy. He focuses exclusively on new construction, transforming vacant parcels and
fire-damaged lots into high-end, energy-efficient homes that uplift overlooked neighborhoods.
“My mission is to rise above the standard and provide families with exceptional, dignified places
to live,” said Wagner. “I choose to invest in communities that have been overlooked for
generations because I want families in these neighborhoods to have beautiful, safe homes they
can truly be proud of.”
Wagner’s hands-on approach sets him apart in the industry. He personally builds, owns, and
manages every property in his portfolio. His commitment to his tenants includes a 24/7
availability policy and personal quarterly inspections to ensure every home remains in peak
condition. This dedication is reflected in his 2024 operational metrics, which boast a 98.87%
occupancy rate and an average turnover time of just eight days between tenants.
Beyond his individual business success, Wagner is a vital leader in the Jonesboro civic and
professional community. He currently serves as the Vice President of the Northeast Arkansas
Landlord Association (NEALA) and sits on the Jonesboro Impact Fee Committee. He is also
actively collaborating with the City of Jonesboro’s Landbank Committee on a visionary
cottage-style community designed to provide high-quality housing for elderly residents and
young professionals in the downtown district.
An alumnus of Arkansas State University, Wagner is a frequent advocate for modernizing the
industry, sharing his expertise in property management technology and building codes with
fellow investors across the state. Wagner aims to grow his portfolio to 65 doors by the end of
2026, continuing his mission to provide superior housing one street at a time.
The Arkansas Landlord Association provides education, networking, and advocacy for rental
property owners across the state, promoting high standards of property management and the
protection of private property rights.