Metes & Bounds Management Company is a professional property management company. Founded in 1974 by Jan Henry Susee, an attorney experienced in the many aspects of real estate law, the company today oversees the daily operations of numerous residential apartments and several commercial properties on behalf of the owners and residents.
Metes & Bounds originally managed smaller properties in South Minneapolis until 1978 when its first larger apartment building of 155 units in Hopkins, Minnesota, was completed. From that beginning, and guided by a philosophy that has remained largely unchanged for more than 35 years, management has expanded to include nearly 60 properties encompassing over 3,000 units spread across Minnesota, North Dakota, Wisconsin and Iowa. These properties range in size from an eight unit apartment building to a 190 unit property. In addition to market rate units, the company manages approximately 1,300 HTC units and 300 Section 8, Section 236, Home and Rural Development housing units.
The professional staff is experienced and knowledgeable in all aspects of operating and managing rental properties. Larger apartment communities have dedicated on-site maintenance personnel, while a well qualified staff of roving maintenance personnel are assigned to and rotate regularly among commercial and smaller apartment properties. The company’s expertise extends across the gamut of property management issues, including compliance with intricate legal complexities inherent in the industry. Wade Susee is a licensed, practicing attorney, fully knowledgeable of property development, construction, financing and management issues.
Duncan Susee
Chief Executive Officer
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with concentration in Finance and Management, University of Richmond, Richmond, VA
Licensed Real Estate Broker, State of Minnesota
Duncan is the second generation owner of Metes & Bounds Management Company. The company was started in 1976 by his father and is now owned by him and his two brothers as of April of 2019. Duncan has been working for the company in a leadership role since he graduated college in 1997. He has served several roles including Vice President, COO and currently CEO. He has been involved with every aspect of the company along with every aspect of the operation of our entire portfolio over the past 28 years.
Wade Susee
Vice President of Operations Principle
A licensed attorney directing Susee Law Office. Provides legal advise on legal issues which arise. Responsible for the company’s information technology and personnel matters.
Jason Price
Director of Accounting
17 years of experience in property management accounting. 15 of those years at CommonBond Communities, the last 5 of those years as the Property Management Accounting Supervisor. As of November of 2024, the Director of Accounting at Metes and Bounds. Skilled in overseeing accounting operations for large property portfolios, including financial reporting, budgeting, and month-end close processes. Proven ability to lead accounting teams, ensure compliance with company policies and GAAP standards, and collaborate cross-functionally with property managers and regional teams to optimize financial performance and operational efficiency.
Michelle Swanson
President
Michelle is the President of Metes & Bounds Management Company, where she has dedicated 24 years to advancing excellence in property management across Minnesota and Wisconsin. With deep expertise in multi-family residential housing, she leads with a strategic vision rooted in operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and client-focused service.
She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management and maintains a robust set of professional credentials, including NSPIRE A.C.E., Certified Resident Manager (CRM), Certified Occupancy Manager (COM), Public Housing Manager (PHM), Housing Credit Certified Professional (HCCP), and Accredited Housing Manager (AHM). Michelle also holds a Minnesota Real Estate Salesperson license and a Minnesota Special Class Engineer license — underscoring her technical and regulatory fluency in the field.
Michelle is known for her hands-on leadership, collaborative approach, and ability to tailor management solutions to meet the unique needs of each property and stakeholder. Her tenure at Metes & Bounds reflects a commitment to long-term value creation, team development, and community impact.