*Accelerate Tier

Section 8 Property Management in San Jose, CA

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.

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  • 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)

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 Bay Area Owners

We manage 180 units across 21 cities with 45 years combined PM experience and 24/7 emergency response. Licensed in California (DRE 02202568).

Built for 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 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.
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  • 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.

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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). We operate with Fair Housing and local rent-control compliance, and we coordinate notices and legal process steps as needed.

Real Testimonials In & Near Santa Clara County, CA

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.
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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 17, 2025

Section 8 Property Management in San Jose, CA

Serving San Jose landlords who accept Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8). Easy steps. Clear fees. Fast lease-ups. Our local team keeps you compliant and cash-flowing.

Call: (408) 618-1827  |  Email: [email protected]  |  ZapienPropertyTeam.com

Why Owners Choose Zapien Property Team

  • Local pros: San Jose–based team managing 180 units across 21 cities.
  • High performance: 99% occupancy, 2.5 weeks average to fill a vacancy, 0.5% evictions.
  • Fast help: 24/7 emergencies. Most replies in 1–4 hours.
  • Owner-first fees: No hidden fees. Online portal with real-time reports (Buildium).
  • Voucher savvy: We handle SCCHA paperwork, inspections, payment standards, and rent reasonableness.

Quick Stats (as of Oct 2025)

  • Average monthly rent collected: $630,000
  • Average tenant stay: 2.9 years
  • Online rent collection: 99%
  • Emergency vendor response: 1–4 hours

How Section 8 Works in San Jose (Simple Guide)

  1. Voucher & budget: Tenants use a Housing Choice Voucher from the Santa Clara County Housing Authority (SCCHA). A payment standard sets the max subsidy for the zip code and bedroom size.
  2. Rent check: SCCHA must approve the rent as reasonable for similar homes nearby.
  3. Inspection: A Housing Quality Standards (HQS) inspection checks safety and basic condition.
  4. HAP contract: After approval, the owner signs a HAP contract with SCCHA. You get a steady subsidy each month.

Helpful tools: SCCHA Payment Standards & Calculator · SCCHA For Landlords · HUD Fair Market Rents

San Jose Rules Owners Ask About (In Plain English)

  • Rent Stabilization (many older apartments): San José’s Apartment Rent Ordinance limits rent increases to one 5% increase in a 12-month period on covered buildings. Check if your property is covered before raising rent. City rent stabilization
  • Just Cause: San José’s Tenant Protection Ordinance requires a valid reason to end most tenancies in covered units. Learn more
  • Vouchers count as income: California bans “source of income” discrimination. You can’t refuse a tenant just because they use a Section 8 voucher. SB 329
  • Security deposits: California now caps most residential deposits at one month’s rent (since July 1, 2024). Deposit limit overview

Our Section 8 Management Plan

1) Pricing & rent setup

  • Zip-based payment standards (SAFMR) guide pricing. We check the correct standard for your address and bed count.
  • We run rent reasonableness comps and document them for SCCHA.

2) Listing & showings

  • MLS + Zillow + Trulia + HotPads syndication.
  • Clear photos and copy that speak to voucher timelines and move-in basics.

3) Screening (fair & firm)

  • Credit, income, rental history, and references.
  • Voucher is counted as income per state law. We still verify ability to pay tenant’s share.

4) Lease & compliance

  • Digital leases with San José and California addenda.
  • HQS prep and follow-ups so you pass the first time.

5) Move-in & payments

  • Make-ready coordination and a move-in photo/video record (tier-based).
  • On-time subsidy tracking through Buildium. Owner payments by the 10th each month.

6) Ongoing care

  • Proactive maintenance with 24/7 response.
  • Renewals, annual inspections, rent increase requests (with comps), and portal statements.

Neighborhood Playbook: What Matters for Owners

Willow Glen & Rose Garden

  • Many small multi-unit buildings; some may be rent-stabilized.
  • Strong demand for quiet streets and charm. Good fits: long-stay families and seniors.
  • Tip: Highlight walkability to Lincoln Ave or parks; keep unit well-lit for HQS.

Downtown & Japantown

  • Near SJSU and Diridon transit. Inspections often focus on windows, smoke/CO alarms, and egress.
  • Tip: Provide noise info and transit notes. Add easy-to-clean finishes between tenancies.

Berryessa & North San José

  • Transit-friendly with BART at Berryessa. Larger 2–3 BR units see steady voucher interest.
  • Tip: Promote parking and commute access; document all safety devices before HQS.

Evergreen, Blossom Valley, Cambrian

  • Suburban feel; families value space and storage.
  • Tip: Simple yard care addenda reduce disputes; schedule routine filters and gutter checks.

Alum Rock & East San José

  • Solid demand for budget-friendly homes.
  • Tip: Keep exterior lighting bright; confirm handrails and GFCIs for smoother inspections.

Plans & Pricing

PlanBest ForMonthly FeeLeasing FeeInspections / YrExtras
EssentialBudget owners7.5% of collected rent50% of 1 month’s rent0 included (2 required at $79.99 each)$199 setup; +10% work-order markup (min $25, cap $150)
Accelerate (Most Popular)Hassle-free growth8.5% of collected rent$0 (tenant placement included)2 included$0 setup; $0 work-order markup; pro move-in photos; $99 renewals; credits for missed promises (up to $1,000/yr)
PrimePortfolio & premium care10.5% of collected rentUp to 2 per year included2 includedMove-in photos + video; $0 renewals; quarterly ROI mini-report; extended document vault

Multi-unit discount: Owners with 2+ units get 0.5% off any tier.

Standalone Services (If You Don’t Need Full Management)

  • Tenant Placement: 50–75% of one month’s rent
  • Move-In Safety Inspection: $299.99
  • Maintenance Desk (Work Orders): $129 per order + 15% of vendor invoice (min $49, cap $250)
  • Same-Day Rent Analysis Report: $129.99
  • Listing & Showings: $399 + per-showing fee
  • Tenant Screening Only: $129.99/applicant
  • Lease Drafting & e-Signing: $899.99
  • Make-Ready Coordination: $149 + 10% of vendor invoice (min $25, cap $150)
  • Notice Prep & Delivery: $99
  • Buildium Software Setup (one-time): $299.99
  • Eviction Coordination (pre-attorney): $299 + court/attorney fees

What We Handle For Section 8 Owners

  • Payment standards, voucher size, and affordability checks
  • Rent reasonableness file and increase requests with comps
  • HQS prep, re-inspections, and repairs
  • Lease, HAP contract, and portal setup
  • Monthly statements, 1099s, and tax docs
  • Fair housing compliance and rent-control timelines

Owner Portal: 24/7 statements, docs, and updates. Payments land by the 10th of the month.

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FAQ: Section 8 Property Management in San Jose

Do I have to accept vouchers?

In California, you cannot reject an applicant because they use a voucher. We still screen for credit, history, and ability to pay their share.

How is the rent set?

We match the property to the correct payment standard (by zip code and bedrooms) and prove rent is reasonable with local comps. SCCHA must approve the final rent.

How long does it take to lease up?

Most homes we manage lease in about 2.5 weeks. Timelines vary by inspection scheduling, unit condition, and demand.

What should I do before the HQS inspection?

Test smoke/CO alarms, check handrails and egress, add GFCIs in wet areas, and fix trip hazards. We provide a checklist and handle repairs with your approval.

Are my units rent-controlled?

Some older multi-unit buildings in San José are covered by rent stabilization and just-cause rules. We’ll check your address and advise you on the limits and notices.

When will I be paid?

We aim to pay owners by the 10th of each month. Subsidy posts through the HAP and tenant share is tracked in the portal.

Let’s Get Your Unit Approved & Rented

Service Area: San Jose, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Mountain View, Milpitas, Palo Alto, Gilroy, Campbell, Morgan Hill, Los Gatos, Cupertino, Saratoga, Los Altos, Monte Sereno, Los Altos Hills, and nearby.

Target variations used on this page: “section 8 property management san jose,” “Housing Choice Voucher property management San Jose,” “voucher-friendly property manager San Jose,” “Section 8 landlord services San Jose,” “SCCHA landlord.”

Get My Unit FilledSwitch Current Management
*Accelerate Tier
Section 8 Property Management in San Jose, CA

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)