★ User Recommended5★ from 29 Google reviews; newest reviews average 5.0★. Score = rating adjusted for review count. Read all reviews on Google🏅 10+ years in business
1301 20th St, Santa Monica, CA 90404
5.0 (29 Google reviews)License Confirmed · DRE #01979924 (active)Recently reviewed
Keybox Properties is a Santa Monica brokerage founded in 2016 that manages and leases homes, condos, small multifamily buildings and select HOAs in Santa Monica and West Los Angeles, including Brentwood, Venice and Culver City.
In their words: “Keybox operates with professional standards, regulatory awareness, and direct Broker oversight on every managed property.”
Review summary: Owners and tenants often describe a responsive, thorough team with clear communication.
★ User Recommended5★ from 22 Google reviews; newest reviews average 5.0★. Score = rating adjusted for review count. Read all reviews on Google
2450 Colorado Ave #100e, Santa Monica, CA 90404
5.0 (22 Google reviews)License Confirmed · DRE #02206518 (active)Recently reviewed
KindHost Property Management is a small Santa Monica firm, run directly by its founder, managing single-family homes, condos, small apartment buildings and luxury estates on the Westside of Los Angeles, from Malibu to West Hollywood.
In their words: “Rent collection, maintenance coordination, financial reporting, and compliance monitoring — handled every month.”
Review summary: Owners and tenants consistently describe quick, clear communication, prompt repairs and a smooth, well-organized process.
★ Highly Recommended · 100+ reviews4.9★ from 136 Google reviews; newest reviews average 4.6★. Score = rating adjusted for review count. Read all reviews on Google
2450 Colorado Ave #100e, Santa Monica, CA 90404
4.9 (136 Google reviews)Recently reviewed
Real Property Management Generations is a Santa Monica office of the Real Property Management franchise that manages single-family homes and small multi-family rentals in Santa Monica, Westwood, Brentwood, Beverly Hills, Culver City and Burbank.
In their words: “Real Property Management Generations is not a real estate brokerage with a side-business in property management.”
Review summary: Owners and tenants often mention quick responses, proactive maintenance and timely communication.
4.4 (193 Google reviews)License Confirmed · DRE #01933459 (active)Recently reviewed
Westside Property Management is a Santa Monica company that manages rental property across the west side of Los Angeles, including Pacific Palisades, Malibu, Brentwood, Westwood, Beverly Hills, Venice and Marina del Rey.
4.3 (17 Google reviews)License Confirmed · DRE #01355783 (active)
Fortuna Asset Management is a Santa Monica real estate services company, with over 50 years of collective experience, managing residential and commercial property for investors in California and Arizona, along with planning and development.
Review summary: Tenants mostly mention a smooth move-in, helpful leasing staff and an easy online portal.
5.0 (1 Google review)License Confirmed · DRE #02014190 (active)
Ovation Management is a Santa Monica company with over a decade of local experience, focused on HOA management plus single-family homes, multi-family buildings and condo units in Santa Monica, West LA and Los Angeles.
In their words: “These include a full suite of services including; budgeting, accounting, maintenance, overseeing construction and contractor management.”
AllView Real Estate, formerly Optum Real Estate, is a Santa Monica investment and property management company managing residential, multi-family, luxury and commercial property in Orange, San Diego and Los Angeles counties.
Ocean Park Property Management is a Santa Monica company that manages residential property for owners in Santa Monica, with some involvement in planning and construction projects.
2309 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 235, Santa Monica, CA 90404
4.2 (21 Google reviews)
McCabe Property Management is a Santa Monica company that mainly provides homeowners association management, focusing on troubled HOAs, along with maintenance and residential property services.
In their words: “McCabe Property Management offers "Full Service" property management to ALL clients for one monthly low cost.”
3163 Donald Douglas Loop S, Santa Monica, CA 90405
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Unified Real Estate Services is a Santa Monica property management and construction company established in Los Angeles in 1986, managing commercial and residential properties and homeowner associations.
In their words: “Established in Los Angeles in 1986, Unified RES has been in operation for 30 years with principals having over 50 years of collective Real Estate experience.”
Penguin Property Management is a property management company with an office in Santa Monica that manages apartment buildings in the area, including older pet-friendly units.
Whitetail Properties Property Management is a Santa Monica company managing rental property across Los Angeles, including Glendale, Burbank, Studio City, Van Nuys, Calabasas, Encino and North Hollywood.
Review summary: Owners often mention long relationships, professional and caring service and good communication.
Mapp Management is a Santa Monica brokerage owned by brokers, agents and contractors, managing single-family residences and multi-family buildings across greater Los Angeles, with leasing, sales and notary services.
In their words: “Because we are a nimble and versatile company, we can offer our services a la carte to fit your individual needs.”
2.8 (17 Google reviews)License Confirmed · DRE #01871815 (active)
LA's Best Property Management is a Santa Monica real estate and property management company that rents and manages apartment units and helps owners sell property.
3.0 (55 Google reviews)License Confirmed · DRE #01059814 (active)
Sullivan Dituri Realty is a Santa Monica company established in 1962 that manages apartments, single-family homes, condos and commercial, retail and office property in Santa Monica, West Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Culver City and Pacific Palisades.
In their words: “Real Estate Brokerage services include: Sales of single family homes, condominiums, commercial, and multifamily-income properties; Leasing services for commercial, retail, office and residential properties; Full time property management and real estate and asset consulting.”
Review summary: Most tenants and owners mention fast responses to maintenance requests and friendly, professional management.
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Pins show office addresses; numbers match the Best match order. Companies that don't publish an address are listed as "Serves the Santa Monica area" and get no pin.
Cities with at least 13 months of Zillow data. Left out (too few months): Altadena, Baldwin Park, Bell, Bell Gardens, La Cañada Flintridge, La Puente, Maywood, Palos Verdes Estates, San Fernando, Signal Hill, Topanga, View Park-Windsor Hills, Walnut. 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 February, March and August, so those are good months to list your rental.
Jan+0.25%
Feb+0.56%
Mar+0.60%
Apr+0.36%
May+0.05%
Jun+0.23%
Jul+0.37%
Aug+0.45%
Sep+0.21%
Oct+0.06%
Nov+0.07%
Dec+0.04%
Average change from the month before, 11 years of data.
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
72.1%of homes in Santa Monica are rented (34,107 households)
Rental vacancy rate
7.9%
County vacancy rate
4%
Median rent paid
$2,402
Median home value
$1,755,500
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 2020-2024.
HUD Fair Market Rents
Studio$2,151
1 bedroom$2,402
2 bedrooms$2,964
3 bedrooms$3,760
4 bedrooms$4,208
Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Fair Market Rents for fiscal year 2027, Los Angeles-Long Beach-Glendale, 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 Santa Monica before you set or raise rent.
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Property management in Santa Monica
Compare the 15 property management companies in Santa Monica, Los Angeles County. We matched a current California real estate license for 7 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 Los Angeles and Calabasas, are listed below the local companies.
Zillow's typical asking rent in Santa Monica is $3,516 (September 2026); +1.5% over the past year and +15.8% over five years. About 72.1% of homes in Santa Monica are rented, and the rental vacancy rate is 7.9% (Census, 2020-2024).
Santa Monica property management FAQ
How many property management companies are in Santa Monica?
We list 15 property management companies in Santa Monica, CA. 7 of them have a License Confirmed badge: a clear match to an active California real estate license.
What is the typical rent in Santa Monica?
Zillow's typical asking rent in Santa Monica was $3,516 a month in September 2026, +1.5% on a year earlier.
When is the best time to list a rental in Santa Monica?
Over the 11 years Zillow has tracked, asking rents here have risen most in February, March and August. 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 Santa Monica?
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.
