Blue Stone Property Management is a National City company that leases and manages single-family homes and small multi-unit rentals for owners in the San Diego area.
Waltwood Properties is a property management company with an office in National City that rents apartments, including studio and one-bedroom units, to local tenants.
Pacific Legacy Property Management, based in National City, has served owners, tenants and community associations since 1985, managing condos, single-family homes, HOAs and office, warehouse and retail space in San Diego and Orange counties.
In their words: “We specialize in all types of investment properties, which include residential, commercial and industrial uses.”
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National City rental market
Get the latest rental and real estate data on the National City market. We update these charts with the latest data on the 22nd of each month.
Rent pulse
Typical asking rent$2,426a month in National City
1-year change+4.2%county +2.2%
vs county−$541county typical $2,967
Rents in National City are $541 below the San Diego County typical.
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
65.3%of homes in National City are rented (11,887 households)
Rental vacancy rate
2.1%
County vacancy rate
3.9%
Median rent paid
$1,692
Median home value
$612,200
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 2020-2024.
HUD Fair Market Rents
Studio$2,192
1 bedroom$2,335
2 bedrooms$2,823
3 bedrooms$3,743
4 bedrooms$4,526
Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Fair Market Rents for fiscal year 2027, San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA MSA. 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 National City before you set or raise rent.
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 National City
Compare the 3 property management companies in National City, San Diego County. 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 San Diego and Poway, are listed below the local companies.
Zillow's typical asking rent in National City is $2,426 (September 2026); +4.2% over the past year. About 65.3% of homes in National City are rented, and the rental vacancy rate is 2.1% (Census, 2020-2024).
National City property management FAQ
How many property management companies are in National City?
We list 3 property management companies in National City, CA.
What is the typical rent in National City?
Zillow's typical asking rent in National City was $2,426 a month in September 2026, +4.2% on a year earlier.
When is the best time to list a rental in National City?
Over the 4 years Zillow has tracked, asking rents here have risen most in January, February and December. 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 National City?
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.