Top Property Managers in Santa Cruz, CA
Property managers serving Santa Cruz — compare verified profiles and listed companies in this market
Sharevest Property Management
Shoreline Property Management
Silveira & Sons Properties Inc
SLPM Property Management
South Bay Home Rental
SRE Asset Management, Inc
Sutro Property Management
SWB Property Management
The HLW Group Property Management
The Lapham Company Property Management
Ukiyo Property Management Inc.
Utopia Property Management | Emeryville, CA
Utopia Property Management | San Bruno, CA
Utopia Property Management | San Francisco, CA
Utopia Property Management | Santa Cruz, CA
Vasona Management
Vindium Real Estate
Waldman Management Group Inc
Western Management Properties
Western Property Group
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Santa Cruz, CA market overview
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Property management in Santa Cruz, CA
Santa Cruz, CA (California) is served by 1 verified property management company covering 6 ZIP codes.
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Santa Cruz, CA rental market snapshot
Housing stock, renter share, home values, and gross rent context from the U.S. Census Bureau.
Households that rent
51.6% of households in Santa Cruz rent their home
11,202 renter-occupied of 21,713 occupied households
Housing stock
23,888 homes
Total residential housing units in Santa Cruz
Median home value vs median rent
Median home value $1,209,000 · Median rent paid $2,452 a month (includes utilities)
Monthly rent is about 0.20% of home value
Median gross rent reflects monthly rent paid by current renters including utilities; rent-to-value ratio is market context, not a property’s return.
Population
61,607 people live in Santa Cruz
View Santa Cruz Census ACS data table (2020–2024)
| Metric | Estimate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Households that rent (B25003_003E / B25003_001E) | 51.6% | 11,202 of 21,713 occupied households |
| Homes (B25001_001E) | 23,888 | ±712 (90% MOE) |
| Median home value vs median rent (B25077_001E, B25064_001E) | $1,209,000 home value · $2,452/mo gross rent (0.20%) | Market context (not a property return) |
| Population (B01003_001E) | 61,607 | ±64 (90% MOE) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 2020–2024.
This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.
ZIP codes in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz coverage area
Santa Cruz property management FAQs
How do I find the best property manager in Santa Cruz?
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How much does property management cost in Santa Cruz?
Property management fees in Santa Cruz, California typically run as a percentage of monthly rent plus leasing and other service fees. Exact rates vary by doors managed, services included, and neighborhood—compare verified managers in Santa Cruz with TrueMatch™ for quotes tied to your property.
Is a property manager worth it in Santa Cruz?
For most Santa Cruz owners who live out of area or manage multiple doors, a verified manager is worth it when they protect occupancy, handle maintenance, and stay compliant with California landlord-tenant rules. TrueMatch™ surfaces managers with owner-verified performance so you can weigh cost against outcomes.
How many property management companies serve Santa Cruz?
Santa Cruz, California is served by 1 verified property management company across 6 ZIP codes.
What should I look for in a Santa Cruz property manager?
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