Rent pulse
Typical asking rent$2,916a month in Brea
1-year change+3.3%
5-year change+20.8%
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
3 property managers in Brea
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Prime Property Management(PM)
135 S State College Blvd #200, Brea, CA 92821
Prime Property Management(PM) is a Brea company run by people who are owners and tenants themselves, managing rental homes for owners with an online portal for tenants.
Review summary: Tenants and owners often mention prompt, professional responses and an easy, smooth rental process.
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Azari Property Management - Orange County
🏅 20+ years in business3070 Saturn St #205, Brea, CA 92821
Azari Property Management - Orange County is the Brea office of Azari Property Management, operating since 2006 and managing single-family homes, condos and HOAs, with affiliated companies in the San Francisco Bay Area.
In their words: “For our HOA clients, your Azari PM Homeowners Association Financial Manager provides hands-on support, from financial reporting and maintenance coordination to regular property walks.”
Review summary: Owners and HOA boards often mention timely, helpful responses and good advice.
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Right Choice Property Management
512 E Lambert Rd, Brea, CA 92821
Right Choice Property Management is a family-owned Brea company working alongside Coldwell Banker Diamond, managing homes, condos, multi-unit and commercial properties in Brea, Anaheim and Southern California.
In their words: “You will find the cost of our services to be surprisingly affordable, with only one monthly fee and no hidden costs.”
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Brea rental market
Get the latest rental and real estate data on the Brea market. We update these charts with the latest data on the 22nd of each month.
12-month momentum
Rent rose in 7 of the last 12 months: +$92 in all since Oct 2025.
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Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Rent over time
Brea
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Orange County rent ladder
Brea is number 23 of 33 cities in the county by typical asking rent.
- Laguna Beach$5,519+7.0%
- Newport Beach$4,364+7.1%
- Dana Point$4,323+6.4%
- San Juan Capistrano$4,164+8.3%
- Yorba Linda$3,870+2.6%
- Rancho Mission Viejo$3,821+2.6%
- Irvine$3,604+1.7%
- Ladera Ranch$3,550+1.4%
- Aliso Viejo$3,484+4.3%
- San Clemente$3,411+5.0%
- Laguna Niguel$3,343+6.8%
- Tustin$3,229+1.3%
- Lake Forest$3,166+3.3%
- Los Alamitos$3,143+4.3%
- Costa Mesa$3,121+3.2%
- Huntington Beach$3,105+4.0%
- Laguna Woods$3,081+3.9%
- Orange$3,037+3.7%
- Laguna Hills$3,029+3.8%
- Cypress$3,015+5.2%
- Fountain Valley$2,998+6.0%
- Seal Beach$2,935−4.4%
- Brea$2,916+3.3%
- Fullerton$2,888+3.4%
- Placentia$2,882+3.5%
- Westminster$2,851+5.3%
- Rancho Santa Margarita$2,849+4.8%
- Santa Ana$2,820+2.0%
- Anaheim$2,755+2.6%
- La Habra$2,753+2.2%
- Garden Grove$2,703+4.0%
- Stanton$2,683+3.5%
- Buena Park$2,590+1.5%
Cities with at least 13 months of Zillow data. Left out (too few months): Mission Viejo, North Tustin, Trabuco Canyon. Linked cities have their own page.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed, 1-year change. Data through September 2026.
Best months to list
Rents here usually rise most in March, April and July, so those are good months to list your rental.
- Jan−0.02%
- Feb+0.21%
- Mar+0.68%
- Apr+0.69%
- May+0.67%
- Jun+0.39%
- Jul+1.08%
- Aug+0.48%
- Sep+0.30%
- Oct−0.20%
- Nov+0.19%
- Dec+0.00%
Average change from the month before, 9 years of data.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Rental income growth calculator
Past growth, not a forecast. Rents can go down as well as up. Your own rent depends on the home, its condition and the lease.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Rent in nearby cities
| City | Typical rent | 1 year | Managers |
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| Brea | $2,916 | +3.3% | 3 |
| Placentia | $2,882 | +3.5% | 1 |
| Fullerton | $2,888 | +3.4% | 7 |
| La Habra | $2,753 | +2.2% | 1 |
| Yorba Linda | $3,870 | +2.6% | 3 |
| Diamond Bar | $3,294 | +3.2% | 7 |
| Anaheim | $2,755 | +2.6% | 16 |
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, data through September 2026. Managers listed: our directory, October 2026.
More local facts for owners
Renters and vacancy
40.3%of homes in Brea are rented (6,759 households)
- Rental vacancy rate
- 3.2%
- County vacancy rate
- 4.4%
- Median rent paid
- $2,397
- Median home value
- $922,300
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 2020-2024.
HUD Fair Market Rents
Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Fair Market Rents for fiscal year 2027, Santa Ana-Anaheim-Irvine, CA HUD Metro FMR Area. Used to set Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) limits.
California rules owners should know
- Rent cap (AB 1482). For most rentals, a yearly rent increase can be at most 5% plus local inflation, and never more than 10% in 12 months.
- Just cause. Once a tenant has lived in the home for 12 months, an owner generally needs a reason listed in the law to end the tenancy. For some no-fault reasons (such as moving in yourself) the tenant gets relocation help, usually one month's rent.
- Not every home is covered. Common exceptions: homes built in the last 15 years, and single-family homes or condos not owned by a corporation or REIT, but only if the lease includes the required written notice.
- Local rules. Some California cities have their own, stricter rent and eviction rules. Check the Attorney General's list and the City of Brea before you set or raise rent.
Official sources: California Attorney General: limits on rent increases · California Courts: evictions · Civil Code 1947.12 (rent cap) · Civil Code 1946.2 (just cause)
Plain-language summary, not legal advice. Rules change; check the official sources or ask a lawyer before you act.
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Property management in Brea
Compare the 3 property management companies in Brea, Orange County. We matched a current California real estate license for 1 of them. Tick up to 3 to see them side by side, then request free quotes from all of them in one step. Highly rated managers based nearby, in Irvine and Pomona, are listed below the local companies.
Zillow's typical asking rent in Brea is $2,916 (September 2026); +3.3% over the past year and +20.8% over five years. About 40.3% of homes in Brea are rented, and the rental vacancy rate is 3.2% (Census, 2020-2024).
Brea property management FAQ
How many property management companies are in Brea?
We list 3 property management companies in Brea, CA. 1 of them have a License Confirmed badge: a clear match to an active California real estate license.
What is the typical rent in Brea?
Zillow's typical asking rent in Brea was $2,916 a month in September 2026, +3.3% on a year earlier.
When is the best time to list a rental in Brea?
Over the 9 years Zillow has tracked, asking rents here have risen most in March, April and July. Listing in those months can help, but every property is different.
Do property managers need a license in California?
Yes. In California, managing rentals for other people generally requires a real estate broker license from the Department of Real Estate (DRE), or working under a licensed broker. You can check any license number on the DRE website.
How much do property managers charge in Brea?
Fees depend on the company, the property and the services you need, and few companies publish them. Ask for a written quote that lists the monthly fee, leasing fee and any other charges. You can request quotes from up to 3 managers at once on this page.
How do you rank the companies?
The default order, Best match, uses each company's Google rating adjusted for how many reviews it has, so a 4.8 rating from 100 reviews ranks above a 5.0 from 2. License Confirmed companies get a small boost. No company can pay for its position.
Is it free to request quotes?
Yes. Requesting quotes is free for property owners and there is no obligation to hire anyone.