*Accelerate Tier

San Jose Property Management

Lease in 21 Days. Management takeover in 48 Hours. Or Get $200 Credit if We Miss.

Plus, save $1,500 average with our $0 tenant-placement fee.

Get My Unit FilledSwitch Current Management

  • Renewals: 98%

  • Occupancy: 99%

  • Average Fill Time: 18 days

  • 5-star Rating

  • 2.9-Year Avg. Stay

  • Owner Replies: ~1-3hrs

  • 24/7 Emergencies

  • 99% Online Rent

  • Licensed CA

  • Fair Housing & Rent Control

This Month's Onboarding Spots

4/5 remaining (onboarding capped monthly for service quality)

San Jose Property Management
San Jose Property Management
Credit-Backed Promise System

Get $200 Credit if We Miss A Promise.

Get paid extra if we ever miss a promise. Highest quality property management for owners in the South Bay.

  • Promise

    Leased in 21 days

    or a $200 credit.

  • Promise

    Management switched in 48hrs

    or a $200 credit.

  • Promise

    Less than 24hr owner & tenant replies

    or a $200 credit - per incident, once per month.

Trusted by San Jose Owners

We manage 180 units across 21 cities with 45 years combined PM experience and 24/7 emergency response. Licensed in California; brokered by The Property Network (DRE #01166904).

San Jose Property Management

Built for San Jose Owners Like You

Whether you’re an accidental landlord or scaling multis, we’ll meet you where you are.

  • 1st Time / Accidental Landlord

    Job relocation or inherited home? Turn life’s surprises into steady income.

  • Out-of-Area Owner

    Out of town? Remote-friendly portal, 24/7 emergencies handled.

  • Small Multi Investor (2–16 units)

    Pro screening + coordinated maintenance. Save with more units.

  • Switching Property Management Firm

    Onboard in 48 hours or get a $200 credit (Accelerate).

Three Plans. One Goal: Fewer Vacancies, Fewer Surprises.

Choose Essential, Accelerate (Most Popular), or Prime.

Essential

7.5%/monthly rent

Management features: listing, marketing, leasing, rent collection, compliance, 24/7 emergencies, tenant communications, owner portal, accounting & 1099s,

make-ready, keys/lockbox, evictions, rent increases.

  • Set-up fee: $199
  • Maintenance markup: 10% (min $25, limit $150)
  • Lease Renewal: $299
  • Tenant placement: 50% one month's rent
  • Inspections: $79.99 each (two required annually)
Get Essential Management

Prime

10.5%/monthly rent

Everything in Accelerate plus

  • Tenant placement: up to 2 annually (if needed)
  • $0 lease renewal
  • Bonus move-in video for records
  • 5 years document vault retention
  • Quarterly owner ROI mini-report
Get Prime Management

6-Step San Jose Management

One playbook—from listing to renewal.

We use a consistent process across cities to shorten time-to-lease and keep renewals predictable.

Marketing properties for our clients to rent them faster.

1 - Pricing & Prep

MLS + Zillow/HotPads/Trulia + pro copy/photos. 

Close up of us communicating with tenants.

2 - Showings & Screening

Credit, criminal, eviction, income & rental history.

Enforcing lease terms, paperwork close-up.

3- Lease Drafting with e-Sign

State-compliant, executed PDFs.

4- Owner Visibility

Buildium statements, 1099s, document vault retention by plan.

5- Maintenance Engine

Vendor network (38 partners), savings passed on, completion avg 6 days; emergencies 1–4h.

6- Renewals & Inspections

Plan-based renewals ($299 / $199 / $0) and inspections included (0 / 1 / 2).

If it doesn’t rent faster or stay occupied, it doesn’t count.

Portfolio-wide 99% occupancy, average tenant stay of 2.9 years, and 35 tenants placed annually on average. Serving San Jose, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Mountain View, Milpitas, Palo Alto, and more.
Residential property management in San Jose, arial view of neighborhood.

  • 99%

    occupancy

    High tenant retention with 99% unit occupancy.

  • 3 years

    average tenant stay

    Our carefully selected tenants stay in our units for an average of 3 years.

  • 35

    Every year, an average of 35 new tenants are placed as we expand our management across the Bay Area.

  • 21 cities

    and counting

    Serving all 16 cities in Santa Clara County and even beyond for special cases.

Owner Portal (included with all tiers)

Statements, work orders, notes, and documents—24/7.

We run Buildium for transparent accounting: view rent status, invoices, and docs; download 1099s; and track inspections & renewals. Owner payments queue on the 10th each month.

Help Me Set It UpRequest Demo

Maintenance Snapshot

24/7 emergency line, vetted vendors, and photo proof.

Average response to maintenance requests is 24 hours; emergencies average 1–4 hours. Vendor network spans 38 active partners, with average 5-year relationships; we pass along ~20% discounts on average.

California Compliance, Baked In

Rent control, Fair Housing, and proper notices—handled.

Licensed in California (DRE #02202568); Brokered by The Property Network (DRE #01166904). We operate with Fair Housing and local rent-control compliance, and we coordinate notices and legal process steps as needed.

Real Testimonials In & Near San Jose

What Local Owners & Tenants Say

Feature stories highlighting faster leasing, clear communication, and maintenance responsiveness.

  • “Angel Zapien was truly a real professional from start to finish. I first set up a meeting in person to talk about my expectations regarding a move I wanted to make. I gave all my information and he said he would call me in a couple of weeks. He did just that. He asked had I thought about what I wanted to do regarding my move. I had decided, so we set up a date to start looking for a rental property that would fit my needs. We set up a date and time for me to begin my search. Two weeks later he had four places to look at. The drive was about fifty minutes away. It would take up most of his day. He never complained, and had a great sense of humor. We drove to all four places that he had picked out. I fell in love with the very first property but he insisted I look at the other rentals, before I decided. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Angel listened to my wants. And never pushed me. I felt he wanted me to be happy with my choice. He guided me and had exceptional knowledge about the whole rental experience. Thank you for the opportunity to share with you all about my amazing experience with Angel Zapien.”

    Close up of us communicating with tenants.
    Carmen Boueche
    Happy Teanant
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick Answers—and a Deeper Dive

We believe in clear, written policies. Here are your most common questions—answered.

On or about the 10th of each month via the portal.

What you see in the plan is what you pay.

Typical owner reply 1–4 hours; 24/7 emergencies.

Yes—processes are compliant in California.

With full-service property management (Essentials/Accelerate/Prime)

Two safety inspections are required annually for all our management services. Free inspections included by Management-Tier are: Essential: 0/2, Accelerate: 1/2 (save $79.99/yr), Prime: 2/2 (save $159.98/yr).

Without full-service property management (Stand-alone service)

$299 for move-in inspection only, with pictures and documentation provided, which can later be used to redeem security deposit if necessary from unexpected property damage by tenants. Due to some tenants staying for years or sometimes even decades, move-out inspections are not included.

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Author: Angel Zapien
Expertise: Certified Property Manager, Realtor
Last Updated: October 18, 2025
San Jose Property Management
San Jose Property Management

Why Owners in San Jose Choose Zapien Property Team

  • Local focus: San Jose and the greater Santa Clara County are our home base. We know the blocks, not just the ZIP codes.
  • 180 units under management with 99% occupancy and a 2.9-year average stay.
  • Fast leasing: average ~2.5 weeks to fill a vacancy.
  • Owner replies in 1–4 hours on average, with 24/7 emergencies.
  • Transparent plans with no hidden fees and clear deliverables.
  • Buildium owner portal for real-time statements and docs. Owner payments queue on the 10th each month.

Read real reviews • Meet the team • Get your plan

San Jose Property Management Services (What We Handle)

  • Rent analysis and pricing strategy
  • Listing on MLS + Zillow/Trulia/HotPads, pro photos, and copy
  • Showings (hosted) and strict screening: credit, criminal, eviction, income, rental history
  • Lease drafting with digital e-sign and required addenda
  • Online rent collection and 1099 tax reporting
  • Maintenance coordination with 38 vetted vendors, photo proof, and owner approval rules
  • 24/7 emergency response; typical maintenance response in ~24 hours
  • Renewals and required safety inspections
  • Compliance with California and local rules (Fair Housing, rent regulations, notices)

See full list of services • FAQ

Simple, Transparent Plans

PlanBest ForFee (of rent collected)Tenant PlacementSetupRenewalsInspections/YearMaintenance MarkupCredit-Backed Promises
EssentialBudget-minded owners7.5%50% of one month’s rent$199$2990 included (2 required @ $79.99/ea)+10% (min $25, cap $150)No
Accelerate (Most Popular)Fast fill + fewer surprises8.5%$0 placement (~$1,500 avg savings)$0$992 included$0Yes — $200 credit per missed promise (caps apply)
PrimeHands-off owners10.5%Up to 2 per year (if needed)$0$02 included$0Yes — same credits as Accelerate

Request pricing for your address • This San Jose page (current)

Neighborhood Playbook: San Jose

San Jose is not one market. It is many mini-markets. We tune pricing and marketing for each area.

Quick Neighborhood Snapshot

AreaWhat Renters Want HereCommon Property TypesOwner Tips
Willow GlenTree-lined streets, walkable Lincoln AveSFHs, duplexes, vintage fourplexesHighlight charm + yard care; great for families
Downtown / SoFA / SJSUProximity to campus, nightlife, transitCondos, small multis, ADUsMarket to students and professionals; stress transit access
Rose GardenCharacter homes near parks and museumsSFHs, duplexesLean on curb appeal; premium on upkeep
Cambrian ParkSchools, quiet streets, quick 85/17 accessSFHs, townhomesFamilies value storage, pet rules, and AC
Berryessa / North ValleyCommute to North SJ tech, BART BerryessaSFHs, newer townhomesPromote garage parking and EV-friendly features
Almaden ValleyTop schools, outdoor spaceLarger SFHsYard and pool vendors ready; premium rents with care
EvergreenQuiet subdivisions, park accessSFHs, townhomesStress maintenance plans and garden care
JapantownHistoric vibe, eateries, eventsCondos, small multisList walk scores and local venues in ads
West San Jose / Santana RowShopping, dining, I-280 accessCondos, townhomesMarket furnished options for corporate renters
North San JoseNear SJC, 101/880, tech campusesApartments, townhomesEmphasize commute time and noise standards

See all cities we manage

Compliance in San Jose (Plain-English)

Apartment Rent Ordinance (ARO): Covered apartments in San José have a limit on rent increases. The city states one 5% increase in any 12-month period for ARO-covered units. Single-family homes and newer buildings are generally not under ARO. Always check coverage. City ARO page

Tenant Protection Ordinance (TPO): San José has “just-cause” rules for ending tenancies in many buildings. The city lists 13 allowed reasons and required notices. City TPO overview

California AB 1482 (State Rent Cap & Just Cause): Many properties in CA are capped at 5% + CPI (max 10%) per year and have statewide just-cause rules. There are exemptions (for example, many single-family homes held by non-corporate owners, and newer construction). Read the law • AB 1482 summary

We are not a law firm. This is general info only. We help owners stay compliant and refer to attorneys when needed.

Owner To-Dos We Can Run For You

  • Verify if your unit is ARO or AB 1482 covered
  • Use the right notice at the right time
  • Track annual increase dates per unit
  • Keep signed addenda and proof in your document vault

Market Snapshot (San Jose)

  • San Jose rents remain among the highest in the U.S.
  • Downtown, West San Jose, and Willow Glen draw steady demand.
  • BART Berryessa and SJC support North and East San Jose commuter demand.

Want a same-day rent range for your address? Ask for our Rent Analysis Report with three comps and a days-to-lease estimate. Request now

How We Fill Vacancies Fast

  1. Price & prep with a clear make-ready list.
  2. Pro marketing across MLS + major portals.
  3. Showings that screen while they sell.
  4. Applications & screening with verified income and history.
  5. Lease + e-sign with state addenda.
  6. Move-in photos/video (by plan), then renewal planning at day one.

Standalone Services (No Ongoing Management)

  • Tenant Placement: 50–75% of one month’s rent
  • Move-In Safety Inspection: $299.99
  • Maintenance Desk (Standalone): $129/work order + 15% of invoice
  • Rent Analysis Report (Same-Day): $129.99
  • Listing & Showings (Listing-Only): $399 + per-showing
  • Tenant Screening Only: $129.99/applicant
  • Lease Drafting & e-Signing: $899.99
  • Rent-Ready Coordination: $149 setup + 10% of invoice
  • Notice Prep & Delivery: $99
  • Software Setup (Buildium) for DIY: $299.99
  • Eviction Coordination (Pre-Attorney): $299 + court/attorney fees

See details • Ask about availability

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FAQs (San Jose Owners)

When do owners get paid?

On or about the 10th each month through the portal.

Are there hidden fees?

No. Your plan lists what you pay. That’s it.

How fast do you reply?

We aim for 1–4 hours on business days. Emergencies are 24/7.

Do you handle rent control and notices?

Yes. We follow city and state rules and coordinate with attorneys when needed.

How many inspections per year?

Two safety inspections are required. Included by plan: Essential (0), Accelerate (2), Prime (2).

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*Accelerate Tier
San Jose Property Management

Lease in 21 Days. Management takeover in 48 Hours. Or Get $200 Credit if We Miss.

Plus, save $1,500 average with our $0 tenant-placement fee.

Get My Unit FilledSwitch Current Management

  • Renewals: 98%

  • Occupancy: 99%

  • Average Fill Time: 18 days

  • 5-star Rating

  • 2.9-Year Avg. Stay

  • Owner Replies: ~1-3hrs

  • 24/7 Emergencies

  • 99% Online Rent

  • Licensed CA

  • Fair Housing & Rent Control

This Month's Onboarding Spots

4/5 remaining (onboarding capped monthly for service quality)

San Jose Property Management
San Jose Property Management