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Perch

We were Superhosts first

Four owners built Perch on the standard we set for our own homes.
Waterfront home with red location pin marker, surrounded by evergreen trees, with city skyline visible in distance

Our story

Started with four homes

Between 2019 and 2021, each of us bought a property and learned this business one guest and one problem at a time. We earned Superhost. In 2021 we brought the four of us together so we could do it for other people. The standard we hold your home to is the one we set for our own.

The founders

Four partners, no outside investors

Joanne Pan

Co-Founder, Operations

Joanne Pan

Sets where Perch is going and owns operations end to end. Escalations end with her.

Eva Wu

Co-Founder, Finance

Eva Wu

Owns the numbers and whether this business will be here in ten years. Licensed broker.

Cara Zeng

Co-Founder, Owner Relations

Cara Zeng

Owns your experience as an owner. Getting your home live on time and set up properly.

Nick He

Co-Founder, Strategy

Nick He

Works on Perch's overall strategy and the real estate question underneath the rental one.

How we work

Three things we do differently

Illuminated pool surrounded by palm trees and tropical landscaping at sunset with colorful sky

We show you the whole year

Short term rental income is seasonal. We show you the full calendar before you sign.

  • Peak months book two to three times higher

  • See what January through April actually earn

  • No surprises after you commit

Bright living room with light blue sectional sofa, round nesting tables, and large windows overlooking beach and ocean

We know these markets in detail

120+ homes across Seattle, Whidbey, Maui, and beyond give us live data on what each market pays.

  • Deep knowledge of local pricing patterns

  • Understanding of what guests expect per market

  • Shows up in your pricing and reviews

Open-plan living room with gray leather sofa, fireplace, large windows, and dining area with wooden table

You can reach us, and we're straight with you

We're not a 24-hour call center. We're easy to reach and quick to respond.

  • Communication is our highest rated category

  • One person accountable for each part of your home

  • Nothing sits in the gap between two people