What Property Management Costs in Oakland

This is general information, not legal advice. Rules change; check with the city or an attorney.

Our Fees at a Glance

• Management (by portfolio size): Under 10 units: 8% / 10–40 units: 7% / Over 40 units: 6% of gross rent collected
• Leasing: 50% of the first month’s rent
• Housing inspections: $100 each
• Maintenance: we don’t mark up repairs; vendor costs are passed through at cost
• Lease renewals: free
• Monthly owner deposits: free ACH deposits
• Year-end 1099s: we prepare them at no charge
• Consulting: priced case by case

That’s our full fee list.

How Your Rate Is Set

Your management rate depends on how many units we manage for you: Under 10 units: 8% / 10–40 units: 7% / Over 40 units: 6%.

What’s Included

• Leasing, screening with written rental criteria and lease signing
• Rent collection and monthly owner statements
• Maintenance coordination at cost
• Bookkeeping and year-end records
• Oakland RAP compliance, notices and Section 8 paperwork

Comparing Managers

Some managers add setup, lease renewal, maintenance markup or cancellation fees. When you compare proposals, ask each manager for a full fee schedule.

The Cost of Compliance in Oakland

Oakland owners also pay city program costs, separate from management fees. The City of Oakland Rent Adjustment Program (RAP) charges an annual fee per unit, and the rules on passing part of it through to tenants are set by the City. See our Oakland rent rules guide for the current allowable increase.

Consultant Option

Not ready to hand over management? Owners can hire OPM as a consultant for compliance and leasing questions. Consulting is priced case by case. Contact us for details.

Property Management Fees FAQ

How much do property managers charge in Oakland?

OPM’s management fee is based on portfolio size: Under 10 units: 8% / 10–40 units: 7% / Over 40 units: 6% of gross rent collected, plus 50% of the first month’s rent when we lease a unit. Other managers price differently, so compare what is included.

Do you charge for housing inspections?

Yes. Housing inspections are $100 each.

Are there other fees?

No. Lease renewals are free, monthly ACH deposits to you are free, and we prepare your 1099s at year end at no charge. Consulting is priced case by case.

Do you offer consulting?

Yes. Consulting is priced case by case. Contact us for details.

Is there a leasing fee?

Yes: 50% of the first month’s rent when we place a new resident.

Do you mark up repairs?

No. Vendor costs are passed through at cost, with no markups.

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