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630 Alta Vista Dr STE 202, Vista, CA 920846Q37+PR, 630 Alta Vista Dr, Vista, CA 92084
4.5 (116 Google reviews)License Confirmed · DRE #01292308 (active)Recently reviewed
McLain Properties is a Vista company that manages single-family homes, condos, apartment buildings and commercial property across San Diego County, including Carlsbad, La Costa, Del Mar, La Jolla and Carmel Valley, and also sells homes.
In their words: “McLain Properties also represents landlords with the management of single family homes, condos, multi-unit apartment buildings, and commercial use property.”
Review summary: Owners and tenants often mention prompt communication and quick handling of repairs and renter concerns.
5.0 (3 Google reviews)License Confirmed · DRE #02250956 (active)
Solomon Property Management & Sales is a family-owned Vista company that carries on a North San Diego County business dating to 1975, managing apartments, single-family homes, luxury homes and commercial properties in Vista, Carlsbad and nearby areas.
In their words: “Burmeister Real Estate started as Red Carpet Realty with George Burmeister in 1975.”
4.5 (10 Google reviews)License Confirmed · DRE #00634562 (active)
Nancy Russell Property Managment is a family-run Vista company founded in 1997 and now in its third generation, managing income properties in Vista and also handling home sales.
In their words: “Take digital time stamped pictures as per state law within 48 hours of move in and move out and upload to tenant portals”
Review summary: Reviewers often describe honest, caring people who are easy to reach and get things done.
Legacy West Property Management is a Vista company led by a broker who also sells homes, managing single-family rental homes across North County San Diego.
4.3 (13 Google reviews)License Confirmed · DRE #01837776 (active)
Zia Properties is a Vista company formed in 2006 that manages single-family homes, duplexes to quadplexes and apartments, and also offers sales brokerage in San Diego, Orange and Riverside counties.
In their words: “We have not leasing fees.”
Review summary: Tenants often mention repairs handled quickly and a helpful, knowledgeable team, though one describes a deposit dispute.
No Google reviews yetLicense Confirmed · DRE #01416971 (active)
Kim Babcock - Broker/Owner, Next Level Properties is the listing for the broker behind Next Level Properties, a Vista company launched in 2018 that manages single-family homes, condos, apartment communities and vacation homes in San Diego, Riverside and Orange counties.
In their words: “Next Level Properties is a licensed professional management company equipped to manage a wide variety of rental properties throughout San Diego, Riverside and Orange counties to include single-family homes, condos, apartment communities, and vacation homes”
4.0 (4 Google reviews)License Confirmed · DRE #00689712 (active)
Lawrence And Associates is a Vista company formed in 1978 to manage its own residential rentals, now managing multi-family, commercial and high-rise condo property in San Diego, North San Diego County and Riverside.
In their words: “Our fee schedule includes no extra charges for many of the duties that most management companies tack on fees to perform.”
Review summary: Tenants mostly describe a compassionate, competent manager who solves problems quickly.
3.7 (6 Google reviews)License Confirmed · DRE #02149933 (active)
Bradford Property Management is a Vista company that has managed apartments, single-family homes and some commercial space in North San Diego County for decades.
In their words: “Our team is also familiar with serving the needs of military owners and renters.”
Review summary: Owners and tenants often mention good communication, quick responses and long working relationships.
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Vista rental market
Get the latest rental and real estate data on the Vista market. We update these charts with the latest data on the 22nd of each month.
Rent pulse
Typical asking rent$2,726a month in Vista
1-year change+1.0%county +2.2%
5-year change+21.2%county +22.9%
vs county−$241county typical $2,967
Rents in Vista are $241 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
48.3%of homes in Vista are rented (15,620 households)
Rental vacancy rate
3.2%
County vacancy rate
3.9%
Median rent paid
$2,249
Median home value
$762,400
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 Vista before you set or raise rent.
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Property management in Vista
Compare the 8 property management companies in Vista, San Diego 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 Encinitas and Carlsbad, are listed below the local companies.
Zillow's typical asking rent in Vista is $2,726 (September 2026); +1.0% over the past year and +21.2% over five years. About 48.3% of homes in Vista are rented, and the rental vacancy rate is 3.2% (Census, 2020-2024).
Vista property management FAQ
How many property management companies are in Vista?
We list 8 property management companies in Vista, 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 Vista?
Zillow's typical asking rent in Vista was $2,726 a month in September 2026, +1.0% on a year earlier.
When is the best time to list a rental in Vista?
Over the 10 years Zillow has tracked, asking rents here have risen most in February, March 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 Vista?
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.