List with agent or list yourself in Hollywood, CA

[Henry Chen]

I'm on the fence and could use some advice on whether to list a SFR for rent with an agent or by ourselves. The property is a newly renovated house in the Hollywood Hills area where rents are relatively high (comps suggest rents will be in the $8500-9500 range) and tenants/buyers here can be more particular than in other areas. Some considerations:

Listing with any agent: What are the commissions for leasing with an agent? Is listing with an agent the only way to get listed for lease on the MLS? What value can an agent bring to the lease?

List ourselves: I'm aware of sites like Westsiderentals.com, Craigslist, and Trulia/Zillow.  Any other ones I should know about?

Thank you in advance for any insight you can share.  In particular, feedback from investors who've worked in the Hollywood/LA area would be particularly helpful.