My partner had to decide to rent or sell his house. We met with Nick from Ukiyo twice and we were…read moreso impressed with his knowledge, direct approach and patience. We were looking forward to having them manage our rental and felt very confident with the selection based on the support and communication provided. We have had to put renting on hold but Ukiyo will be our first call if we decide to move ahead.

We saw a property on the Ukiyo website, and they quickly accommodated a tour. My partner toured the…read moreunit and loved it, so we applied. Saj was in touch with us frequently through the application process, but once our applications were submitted, communication was less consistent. That said, we found out the next day that we were approved! At least, we thought we were. Nobody at Ukiyo had confirmed whether we have pets (we do, and didn't want to double-list them with multiple adults applying), so they had to recalculate the deposit and needed us to provide vaccination records. Once we did so, we paid the deposit and went to bed, feeling like the next day we would pick up keys to our next home. Instead, we found out that the property owner doesn't allow pets, and that our entire application process was wasted. Not only are we not moving into what we thought would be our home for the next decade, but also we're having to find another option and wasted a week of time and energy. I can't claim I understand property management. That said, either the owner provided incorrect information to Ukiyo (in which case Ukiyo needs to do a better job screening owners since they "don't work with just anyone" according to their site) or Ukiyo didn't ensure that they had the correct information in their listing. Whichever is the case, the entire process has left us with a terrible impression of Ukiyo's business. It's already exhausting enough to navigate bay area housing without this kind of mess.

I've rented through Advent Properties for a year now. They have been responsive and considerate…read more There are some glitches with the ap Meld, but they have been easy to resolve.

This company managed my property for 10+ years (1 Bed Condo), there was always something or another…read morethat frustrated me about them but I let it go. Our renter moved over in Sept 2025 and we sold the property (vendor was unhappy that we didn't use them to sell property). This month (May 2026) I get a notice from City of Oakland that a lien had been placed against my property that vendor sent me for lack of business license or registration of rental on May 18th (payment for lien was due May 28th) at no time did vendor sent me updates or requests and now I have to deal with the city of Oakland to get lien removed. You would think that after 10 years, they could have sent me proper notice.

Pedram has been my property manager for a duplex and 8 units in Berkeley for years. He is…read moreknowledgeable and efficient. His fees are very reasonable. for the past years, I rarely have any issue with tenants or repairs. if you are looking for property manager in Berkeley/Oakland area, he is an expert.

SLUMLORD. Would give zero stars if possible…read more From the moment I moved into that apartment I realized I was in a slumlord situation. When I arrived on January 19th there was no working heat and it was in the 40s at night. I was provided with a very small space heater by the "property manager" (that term feels like a big stretch) and I was absolutely freezing all night. The only reason I didn't go to a hotel was because I had just driven for 5 days straight and was literally too exhausted. Additionally, the apartment was ABSOLUTELY FILTHY (I have photos to back this up). The apartment was vacant for months so it is unclear how they did not have time to check the heat or do a basic cleaning. When I complained, Pedram gave me a credit of like $70 for both those issues which is wild as a cleaning service and a hotel stay would easily total $500. Pathetic. I knew I was in for some bullsh*t based on this. From this point on, every time something broke or needed to be fixed, and there were a lot of things that were broken UPON MOVE IN (again, this place was empty and could have been repaired beforehand), Pedram ignored my service requests in the app and my emails. I fixed things with my own time and energy and had to hound him to be reimbursed for the supplies. The whole point of renting is so that I don't have to fix things. I literally had to have a friend fix my leaking kitchen sink because the person who "fixed" it initially didn't actually fix it and Pedram would not respond to my emails at all. I begged him for help. In addition to my actual unit being terrible, the general condition of the property was abhorrent. Overgrown weeds and bushes, filthy walkways that haven't been power washed in years, garbage all over the alley where the bins are, etc. It looked totally ghetto and therefore, people treated it as such. Also, we were told with literally ZERO advanced warning that we would lose access to the washer/dryer for at least a month due to the construction project taking place in the back parking lot (earthquake retrofitting). So then I had to start taking my clothes to a laundromat which is hard to do as a professional working 50+ hr weeks. Additionally, Pedram told us we had to park our cars on the street for this project despite the workers only being there during business hours. There was no reason we had to park on the street at night, other than his negligence with regard to understanding the actual scope of the construction project. My car and several others suffered vandalism/damage due to being on the street. It was completely unnecessary, but he would have known that if he ever stepped foot onto that property or put even the smallest amount of effort into managing it. I finally had to threaten him with legal action to be allowed to break the lease, as I could not continue living in that hell hole. He will not return my security deposit and states he kept it as the lease break fee, which is of course illegal under California state law. So not only did I lose my 2k deposit, I have to pay 1k to fix my car and I paid another 1k for moving expenses. Still very seriously considering taking him to small claims court. I had a completely horrific experience at this place and I have no idea who would write a positive review. I spoke to numerous other residents who all had similar experiences and were completely frustrated and fed up. Pedram, you take advantage of people and you know it. Absolutely disgusting behavior. You ought to be ashamed of yourself. You can say I'm disgruntled about the deposit or whatever you need to, to make yourself feel better, but we both know the truth.

My partner and I lived in a Myerhoff & Associates unit for just over 6 years. In that time, the…read morewhole team has been responsive, respectful and courteous. Maintenance requests were taken seriously and remedied quickly. We really loved our unit and would rent from them again if we didn't leave the country.

I rented an apartment with Myerhoff & Associates from 2020 to 2026. This was the longest I'd stayed…read morein the same apartment my entire adult life, and if I didn't leave to move out of the country I'd still happily be renting from them in the same spot. Rent was very reasonable for a beautiful high-ceilinged 1-bed, 1-bath full of natural sunlight in the middle of uptown Oakland. We had a full-sized washer and dryer in unit, a gated parking spot, and even a small front yard with a loquat tree. Laura, Nick, Chandra and team were always friendly, supportive beyond our tenant-landlord relationship, and quick to respond to maintenance requests, which were easy to place using the online portal provided. This was by far my best experience renting in my time in the US, and I miss my former apartment already.

We have been working with top tier for almost 5 years and have been very happy with them. We really…read moreappreciate their fast and dedicated responses. Both Christian and Paige are amazing to work with and their services are unrivaled.

Christian and his team have been diligently managing my properties over the years and I have…read morenothing but positive things to say about them. They are always easy to reach and know how to get the job done properly and efficiently, even during stressful situations.

This property management group is a gem…read more It's common to hear about property management companies that take forever to address maintenance requests or are impossible to get in touch with but we've had the best experience renting a property managed by Hogan & Vest/Structure Properties. We've rented for over 5 years and have always found their team to be super responsive and friendly. They go above and beyond to ensure their properties are well maintained and that tenants are taken care of. Thank you Ellen, JC, Sam, and the rest of the Hogan and Vest team!

My property manager Ty Harris shut off my electricity without warning. I spent almost two days with…read moreno power, only to find out from PG&E that the issue was internal. When I went to check the breaker as instructed by PG&E, the lightbulbs in the basement had been removed and it was pitch black. While I was trying to flip my breaker on, my back was turned and Ty Harris (who doesn't live in my building) came up from behind me and physically assaulted me. He hit me, threw me into a concrete wall, put his hands all over my body ripping at my skin, and chased me up a flight of stairs... I was bleeding from multiple areas. This is a premeditated assault. Violence.. There has been no apology from structure properties, no explanation for his behavior. Why do I have to explain to human adults that unlawful violence is bad?

We've had several maintenance jobs done by Gentian from Prime Property. He's always been extremely…read morefriendly, professional, and hard working. Each time he has done amazing work by addressing the cause of our problems and not just the symptoms. Hopefully we won't need any other maintenance, but if we do, we'd be lucky to have him back. Also a shout-out to Briana who has been very responsive, helpful, and able to address any of our questions/concerns regarding our space.

1 star When i Used…read morePrime I've been extremely disappointed with this property management company and would not recommend them to anyone considering hiring one. Communication has been the biggest issue. Getting a response to emails or calls routinely takes days, and often I've had to follow up two or three times before getting any reply at all. Important updates about my property -- repair schedules, tenant issues, inspection results -- are rarely communicated proactively. I typically find out about problems only after they've escalated, and I'm left chasing basic information that should be provided as a matter of course. On top of that, the fees charged for repairs have been consistently inflated. Invoices come through with little to no itemization, making it impossible to tell whether the labor and materials charged actually reflect the work done. When I've asked for breakdowns or quotes before work is authorized, I've either been ignored or given vague justifications after the fact. More than once, charges for simple repairs have come in well above what comparable local contractors would charge for the same job. Between the lack of communication and the repair markups, I've lost confidence that this company is managing my property in my best interest. If you're evaluating a property manager, I'd urge you to ask upfront about how repair costs are itemized and approved, and to get a clear commitment on response times before signing anything. I have since moved on and work with another Management company a more professionally run company.

Professional and Reliable Property Management I have been…read moreworking with The Cal Agents since 2025 to manage my house rental in the Bay Area, and it has been a consistently positive experience. Key Highlights: 1. Exceptional Team: I've had the pleasure of working with Wilsen, Ahyeza, Chris, Patricia, Jana, Fiona, Nikki, and Ramiro. They are professional, attentive, and easy to collaborate with. 2. Problem Solvers: One of their greatest strengths is that they never shy away from a hard problem. Whether it's a maintenance issue or a tenant concern, they tackle it head-on with a level of responsiveness that is hard to find. 3. Trusted Partnership: When you are looking for a partner to manage an investment property, creating an empathetic and caring relationship with the tenants is the most important factor. They have proven themselves to be reliable stewards of my property. Pro-Tip for Owners: Because they manage a diverse portfolio of both condos and houses, I found that providing clear context on my specific expectations for house-level marketing and maintenance from the start created a great feedback loop. Their receptiveness to this high level of communication is exactly why our partnership works so well; it ensures everyone is aligned from day one. Overall: If you need a team that is responsive and capable of handling the complexities of the Bay Area rental market, I highly recommend The Cal Agents.

The Cal Agents Realty Property Management, most recently Ahyeza Belarmino, has represented my…read morecondominium and me very professionally and correctly. I am very pleased with their services. -Ron-

Shelborne Properties has been a fantastic to work with, and we truly appreciate the professionalism…read moreand collaboration your team brings to every project. It is a pleasure to work alongside a company that values efficiency and clear communication as much as we do. We look forward to continuing this successful relationship and supporting your team with future inspections. Great Escape Inspections

Terrifying. They tried to rent out a studio to me in a filthy condition after promising it would be…read moreclean. They said before I get key I need to send first month rent. They were urgent. When I got key he left immediately, super unprofessional. Never showed me the mailbox, about the garbage. I had questions. I discovered he left the door open on purpose because it reeked of cigarettes and they never cleaned place as promised and it took DAYS to get in contact with them despite how fast they were when they wanted my money! Total scam. I can't imagine actually keeping a lease with these people. Terrifying to think about being stuck with a management that don't come when you need something fixed etc. I'm so grateful I know my rights, dont let them scam you please don't believe the reviews of 5 stars. For sure they're lies. If you read the one star reviews they are all consistent with what I'm telling you. I hope these guy go down so bad. Idk how this operation is legal. Really hope they don't get away with it. Absolutely your money is not worth this headache. Slumlord of Oakland not Selborne.

The management and the staff have been excellent to work with. They are able to answer any…read morequestions I had in a very timely manner. Thank you Joseph and team!

The management and the staff at Woodlake Anchor Property Management are exemplary professionals in…read morelistening to their customer concerns about rental, ownership, maintenance and about real-estate items. I thank them all, for their complete focus to help their clients with clear communications and transparent transactions. May their tribe increase in this real estate world. Wishing them all a very bright, colorful and most peaceful holidays-2025. Thank you Folks!!