Our Story

Built on experience and community.

ShipRock Management was founded with a simple goal — to provide reliable property management services built on communication, accountability, and long-term relationships.

Whether someone is searching for a home, maintaining an investment property, or building a career, every interaction matters. That’s why we approach property management with responsiveness, professionalism, and practical solutions that make day-to-day operations smoother for everyone involved.

1,900+
Homes managed
22,000+
Residents served
3
Supported markets
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Our Values

We believe integrity is essential in real estate.

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Fair-Minded Integrity

In our industry, fairness is essential — and at ShipRock, it reflects who we are.

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Dedication

True dedication clearly shows in the quality and effort put into every piece of work.

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Go-Getter Attitude

To deliver on our commitment to service, we need employees who are natural Go-Getters.

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Communication & Growth

Finding a place to live is an emotional experience, full of excitement and challenges.

Our Mission

Making renting and ownership effortless

We protect and grow real estate value through proactive management, clear communication, and reliable oversight.

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For residents

We are committed to creating a comfortable and well-managed living experience for residents.

  • Heart icon. Respectful service
  • House icon. Comfortable homes
  • Tick icon. Responsive support
  • Flash icon. Well-maintained spaces
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For owners & investors

We protect and grow real estate value through proactive management, clear communication, and reliable oversight.

  • Tick icon. Reliable management
  • Chart icon. Maximized value
  • Message icon. Transparent updates
  • Security icon. Asset care

Leadership

Professionals focused on service and operations.

Andy Weyrauch.

Andy Weyrauch

Broker

Andy Weyrauch, a property manager since 2005, specializes in project management and executes on your critical success factors, helping you reach your goals.

Blake Shippee.

Blake Shippee

Investment Manager

Blake Shippee specializes in property acquisitions and investment real estate. He is a leader in the Twin Ports and works with ShipRock Investments properties.

Kristi Schulte.

Kristi Schulte

Office Manager

Kristi, a licensed agent since 2008, ensures ShipRock Management's procedures run efficiently and benefit tenants and clients.

Tyler Bystedt.

Tyler Bystedt

Maintenance Manager

Tyler has worked with ShipRock Management since January 2012. He is a licensed real estate agent who coordinates and supports our maintenance technicians.

Mike Doty.

Mike Doty

Portfolio Management

Mike has been with ShipRock Management since 2016. He started as a leasing agent, spent time in maintenance coordination and now leads the portfolio management department. He holds a Minnesota Real Estate Salesperson license and is Smart Salting for Property Management Certified. Mike’s portfolio consists of over 500 market rate homes in the twin ports and Virginia, MN area.

Want to work with us?

We’re always looking for people who care about doing the small things right. If that sounds like you, we’d love to talk.