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Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
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15333 Culver Dr Unit 340-224, Irvine, CA 92604
Axe Property Management is an Irvine company managing single-family homes, condos and multi-family properties in Orange County, Los Angeles, Riverside and San Bernardino, and also helps clients buy and sell.
In their words: “Whether you own a single-family home, condo, or multi-family property, our proven systems and responsive team ensure your property is always in expert hands.”
Review summary: Reviewers often mention helpful, professional staff who respond quickly during viewings and leasing.
780 Roosevelt Ste 228, Irvine, CA 92620
East West Properties is an Irvine company offering residential property management and home sales, managing houses and condos in Irvine, Lake Forest and Chino Hills and in San Gabriel Valley cities such as Arcadia and Alhambra.
In their words: “Kevin and East West Properties took over and the instant change in professionalism and actually getting things done was amazing!”
Review summary: Owners often mention smooth leasing, clear communication and quick, fairly priced repairs.
15615 Alton Pkwy, Irvine, CA 92618
Good Life Property Management is an Irvine company managing single-family homes, condos, 2-4 unit buildings and multi-family property across Orange County, from Anaheim and Brea to Capistrano Beach.
In their words: “Here at Good Life Property Management – Orange County, we specialize in long term unfurnished rentals.”
Review summary: Owners and renters consistently describe a responsive, proactive team that handles screening, leasing and maintenance smoothly.
2102 Business Center Dr Ste 130, Irvine, CA 92612
Pear is an Irvine property management company that leases and manages single-family homes, condos and small apartment buildings in Orange and Los Angeles counties.
In their words: “We present the facts directly, without sugarcoating them, and address problems head-on while working closely with owners/investors to find effective solutions.”
Review summary: Owners and tenants often describe a responsive, professional team that keeps them updated and handles maintenance.
2355 Main St Ste 105, Irvine, CA 92614
TrueDoor Property Management has an office in Irvine and managers with over 20 years of experience, handling rental homes and apartments in Irvine, Tustin, Aliso Viejo, Laguna Beach, Mission Viejo, Lake Forest and other Orange County cities.
In their words: “TrueDoor’s team currently manages over 1200 rental apartment units, homes, and condos in Southern California’s Inland Empire and Orange County.”
Review summary: Tenants often mention kind, attentive staff who respond quickly and process applications fast.
4010 Barranca Pkwy Suit 100, Irvine, CA 92604
24 Hour Property Management is an Irvine company launched by the Fred Sed Group, a team with over 10 years helping investors buy and lease, that manages single-family rental homes across Orange County.
In their words: “Move-in, Move-out, and Annual inspections are included.”
Review summary: Owners and tenants often describe patient, friendly and knowledgeable staff who answer questions clearly.
Serves the Irvine area · no public office address, so no map pin
The Brand Haus is a second-generation Orange County real estate brokerage that manages single-family rental homes, with projects in Huntington Beach and Fountain Valley and clients across the greater Orange County area.
In their words: “The Brand Haus ... is a heritage-built, second-generation Orange County real estate brokerage delivering trusted, boutique property management for families across generations.”
Review summary: Owners often mention capable handling of difficult tenants and dependable, caring management over several years.
9211 Research Dr, Irvine, CA 92618
Utopia Property Management is the Irvine office of Utopia, a company with 30+ years in business that manages single-family homes, condos, apartments and commercial property in Orange County and other western states.
In their words: “Services include professional marketing, tenant screening, rent collection, and financial reporting.”
Review summary: Owners and tenants often mention fast repairs, polite staff, organized move-outs and prompt deposit returns.
LRS Realty & Management, founded in 1988 as Landlords Rental Service, is an Irvine company managing single-family homes, condos, apartments, commercial and affordable housing across Southern California counties from Ventura to San Diego.
In their words: “In 1988, Gail and Alec Bernstein founded Landlords Rental Service with a simple goal: help property owners find qualified tenants quickly and with less hassle.”
Review summary: Reviewers often describe prompt, courteous and dedicated help with renting, listing and selling.
Serves the Irvine area · no public office address, so no map pin
Management One Property Management has managed rental homes, condos and townhomes since 1983, with offices serving Orange County and Riverside County, including Irvine, Anaheim, Buena Park, Fountain Valley and Laguna Niguel.
In their words: “We manage unfurnished single-family homes, condos, and townhomes.”
Review summary: Tenants often mention patient accounting staff who sort out account and rent payment questions quickly.
Hermitage Property Management has managed single-family homes, condos and small multi-family rentals since 2012 for local and out-of-town owners across Orange County, including Irvine, Tustin, Newport Beach and Laguna Beach.
In their words: “Hermitage Property Management provides full-service residential property management for single-family homes, condos, townhomes, and small multifamily properties in Irvine and all across Orange County.”
Review summary: Owners often mention a responsive, caring team that finds good tenants and helps out-of-town owners.
Serves the Irvine area · no public office address, so no map pin
OC Residential Property Management is an Irvine-area brokerage that has helped clients buy and manage residential real estate for over 25 years, handling single-family homes, townhomes, condos and apartments across Orange County.
In their words: “Owned and operated by two investors and real estate brokers with over 25 years experience, OC Residential Property Management offers flexible solutions to help you lease, manage and maintain your real estate investments.”
Review summary: Owners often mention careful tenant placement, timely communication and years of satisfied service.
27 Mauchly #213, Irvine, CA 92618
HCM Property Management is an Irvine company that has managed single-family and multi-family investment properties since 2012 in Orange County and Los Angeles County, including Long Beach, Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach and Inglewood.
In their words: “Compliance, notices, and evictions are handled by HCM's own attorney — not an outside firm.”
Review summary: Owners, tenants and vendors mostly mention responsive, patient agents and smooth communication.
2091 Business Center Dr #100, Irvine, CA 92612
Pacific Coast Management Group is an Irvine company managing office, retail and industrial properties as well as rental homes, condos and multifamily buildings throughout Orange County.
In their words: “Pacific Coast Management Group brings local expertise and attentive care to commercial and residential properties throughout Irvine and Orange County.”
Review summary: Owners and tenants often describe courteous, helpful staff who respond quickly and take good care of properties.
Serves the Irvine area · no public office address, so no map pin
Sea Glass Property Management serves the Irvine area with more than a decade of real estate experience, managing commercial buildings and single-family homes in South Orange County, including San Clemente.
In their words: “Dave McErlean is the owner and operator of Sea Glass Property Management, South Orange County’s trusted choice for commercial and residential property management.”
17805 Sky Park Cir #F, Irvine, CA 92614
Primior Property Management is an Irvine company providing property management, investment and development services to owners in Los Angeles, Orange County and the Inland Empire.
Up Realty is an Irvine company that manages residential and commercial rentals in Orange County and Los Angeles County, including Irvine and Tustin, with repairs, rent collection and leasing.
In their words: “Whether you are at home or on the move, you will have 24/7 access to all the information needed to keep track of your property.”
Serves the Irvine area · no public office address, so no map pin
Diversified Real Estate Management serves the Irvine area and is led by a manager in the field since 2000, managing homes, condos, apartments and commercial and office property in Orange and Los Angeles counties.
In their words: “We offer customized property management services, ranging from meticulous management of homes, condos, and commercial properties to responsive support and extensive knowledge of Tenant-Landlord law.”
Serves the Irvine area · no public office address, so no map pin
Titanium Management Group is a residential property management company serving the Irvine area, managing rental homes for owners in Anaheim and other parts of Orange County.
2211 Michelson Dr Ste 900, Irvine, CA 92612
Nova PM Group is an Irvine property management and real estate operations firm founded by real estate owners, managing residential and multifamily properties in Orange County and Southern California.
Review summary: Owners often describe a responsive, honest team that communicates well and fills vacancies quickly.
3500 Barranca Pkwy #100, Irvine, CA 92606
Coldwell Banker Platinum Properties runs a property management division in Irvine that manages single-family homes, condos, townhomes, apartments, multi-family property and HOAs across Orange County.
In their words: “We manage all residential properties including single-family homes, condominiums, townhomes, and multi-family properties.”
Serves the Irvine area · no public office address, so no map pin
DB Pro Management is a property management company serving the Irvine area that offers a broad range of management services to rental property owners and tenants.
Serves the Irvine area · no public office address, so no map pin
Kallos Property Management serves the Irvine area and manages residential rentals in coastal and select inland Orange County communities, including Yorba Linda, Westminster, Tustin and Irvine, with resident placement and full management.
In their words: “Our fee is a single flat rate: 5% of collected rent, covering all standard management services.”
18022 Cowan #290, Irvine, CA 92614
API Property Management is an Irvine company that has managed residential rentals, including apartment communities, in Los Angeles, Orange and San Bernardino counties for over 40 years.
970 Roosevelt Ste 201, Irvine, CA 92620
Irvine Property Managenment Company Services is an Irvine firm managing single-family homes, condos, townhomes, apartments and commercial property in Orange County, with services offered in English and Chinese.
15241 Laguna Canyon Rd, Irvine, CA 92618
FirstService Residential is the Irvine office of a large association management company, managing HOAs, condo and townhome communities, high-rises and active adult communities across Orange County, from Irvine and Newport to San Clemente and Yorba Linda.
In their words: “We partner with board members, owners, and developers in an effort to enhance the value of every property and the life of every resident.”
Review summary: Residents often mention helpful, patient and knowledgeable community staff.
Essex Realty Management is a privately held Irvine company, established in 1987, that mainly manages office, industrial, retail, medical and commercial association property, plus some multi-family, through offices across Southern California.
In their words: “Established in 1987, Essex Realty Management, Inc. is a privately held real estate management company headquartered in Irvine, CA, with a network of offices throughout Southern California.”
Review summary: Most reviewers describe responsive, professional staff who communicate clearly and keep buildings well maintained.
36 Discovery, Irvine, CA 92618
Optima Property Management is a property management company based in Irvine, serving rental property owners and tenants in Orange County.
Fairgrove Property Management is an Irvine firm that has managed apartment communities and other residential property across Southern California since 1976, including Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, Long Beach and the Inland Empire.
In their words: “We’ve been tirelessly providing industry-leading apartment management services across Southern California since 1976.”
Hunsaker Management is a property management company with an office in Irvine that leases and manages rental and commercial property for owners in Orange County.
4th Floor, 2082 Michelson Dr, Irvine, CA 92612
Trinity Property Consultants was founded in 1999 as a multifamily management firm in Southern California and is based in Irvine, managing apartment communities for investors in California and other states.
108 Pacifica Ste 300, Irvine, CA 92618
First Team Property Management is the Irvine property management office of FirstTeam Real Estate, a Southern California brokerage, managing rental homes for owners and also helping clients buy and sell.
100 Pacifica Suite 340, Irvine, CA 92618
Vintage Group is an Irvine company that mainly provides homeowners association management, along with some general property management and real estate services, in Orange County, Los Angeles, the Inland Empire, the Coachella Valley and beyond.
In their words: “Whether you’re in the market to buy or sell, need homeowners association management, general property management, or consulting services, Vintage Group is ready to be your partner.”
Review summary: Most homeowners describe responsive, courteous community managers who resolve issues quickly.
2355 Main St Unit 120, Irvine, CA 92614
Sullivan Properties Management is a residential property management company founded in 1976 and based in Santa Ana, with an Irvine office, managing apartments and rentals for investors across Southern California.
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Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Rent rose in 5 of the last 12 months: +$59 in all since Oct 2025.
Green: rent went up that month. Grey: it went down.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Irvine is number 7 of 33 cities in the county by typical asking rent.
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.
Rents here usually rise most in July, August and September, so those are good months to list your rental.
Average change from the month before, 11 years of data.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
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.
| City | Typical rent | 1 year | Managers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irvine | $3,604 | +1.7% | 34 |
| Tustin | $3,229 | +1.3% | 6 |
| Lake Forest | $3,166 | +3.3% | 4 |
| Aliso Viejo | $3,484 | +4.3% | 5 |
| Laguna Hills | $3,029 | +3.8% | 5 |
| Santa Ana | $2,820 | +2.0% | 10 |
| Mission Viejo | $3,190 | 4 |
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, data through September 2026. Managers listed: our directory, October 2026.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 2020-2024.
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.
Official sources: California Attorney General: limits on rent increases · California Courts: evictions · Civil Code 1947.12 (rent cap) · Civil Code 1946.2 (just cause)
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Compare the 34 property management companies in Irvine, Orange County. We matched a current California real estate license for 14 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 Newport Beach and Yorba Linda, are listed below the local companies.
Zillow's typical asking rent in Irvine is $3,604 (September 2026); +1.7% over the past year and +16.0% over five years. About 55.5% of homes in Irvine are rented, and the rental vacancy rate is 5% (Census, 2020-2024).
We list 34 property management companies in Irvine, CA: 26 with an office in the city and 8 that serve the area from elsewhere or without a public office address. 14 of them have a License Confirmed badge: a clear match to an active California real estate license.
Zillow's typical asking rent in Irvine was $3,604 a month in September 2026, +1.7% on a year earlier.
Over the 11 years Zillow has tracked, asking rents here have risen most in July, August and September. Listing in those months can help, but every property is different.
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.
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.
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.
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