I wanted to get on here and commend one of Cal Props employees, Robert, for his outstanding working and customer service. We just had to get our bathroom completely remodeled due to a pipe that needed fixing which was unfortunately only accessible through the bathroom floor. While it was a pain staking project to go through, Robert really made it a much better experience along the way. He is masterful at the technical plumbing work, managing the project, and interacting with the tenants. He is a real gem and I wanted to make sure he gets the recognition he deserves. Also, thank you our property manager Kari for the help along the way. The project looks great and got finished prior to estimations. Thanks team! read more

I am extremely disappointed with the level of service and professionalism provided by this company, particularly by my assigned account manager, Angxxxx, Throughout my experience, I found the communication, responsiveness, and handling of my property matters to be unacceptable and below professional standards. My tenant moved out on May 22, 2026. However, I was not notified promptly and only became aware after I contacted the account manager for an update. In addition, I was provided with an incorrect lockbox code, which prevented access to the property. Because this occurred over a weekend when the office was closed and assistance was unavailable, I had no choice but to change the lock in order to access the property and begin necessary repairs. After gaining access, the company proposed charging me more than $8,000 for repairs. I disagreed with the assessment and chose to have my own contrator to complete the necessary work. The repairs were completed properly, and I provided receipts and documentation within the required 21-days period. Based on my understanding, the appropriate charges should have been processed against the tenant's security deposit, but I received no follow-up communication or documentation from the company. Instead, the company refused to return my security deposit funds, claiming the money was being held as a reserve for repairs. This explanation was unreasonable because the property was vacant and I had already paid for the repairs myself. After multiple discussions and continued follow-up, I was finally able to recover the funds that should have been returned to me. Due to these ongoing issues, I terminated the company's management services. Following termination, the company failed to return my spare keys and parking permit. When I requested their return, I was told that no spare keys or parking permit were in their possession. This statement is incorrect. I personally provided the company with the keys and parking permit, and they were responsible for returning all property belonging to me upon termination of services. The overall handling of my account demonstrated poor communication, lack of accountability, and a failure to provide the level of professional service expected from a property management company. I am concerned that my requests were not handled appropriately after I ended the business relationship, and I expect the company to take responsibility for its actions and improve its procedures to prevent similar situations from occurring with other clients. read more

I love these guys, best management company I ever had. Especially Kari, she is prompt and on time and helps out any chance she can get with any problems or questions I have. I highly recommend this company. read more

We have been renting through Cal-Prop Management for about 6 years now and they have been great! Our property manager, Kari Macdonald, has been incredibly attentive and responsive at all times. I hope she remains our property manager for years to come because it is very easy to communicate with her and she makes sure all of our maintenance requests get taken care of right away. read more

We own 3 little houses in Normal Heights. We live in one and rent out the other two. We needed a property management company. But our property is old and of modest quality; it has several quirks. Initially, we went with Cal-Prop b/c of Melissa Kleifgen, one of their V-Ps. She knows about property management AND construction; she has helped coordinate improvements. She is friendly, direct, straightforward, and a solid communicator. She knows when to show her formal side, and when to reveal her sense of humor. Later, we discovered that they have an outstanding handyperson, Dirk. He must have a magic wand in his tool box. He is versatile, resourceful, and adaptable. He does quality work, with an eye to longevity. Example: We wanted to replace a back door at a vacant rental. At a yard sale, we found a gently-used "Hollywood" door. It's the kind that has little windows that you can slide up and down. Although it was too tall and too wide, he trimmed it to fit. It opens and shuts SMOOTHLY. He also notices things that need attention that we have overlooked. For instance, after the appliance company had replaced a gas stove with an electric one, he decided to cap off the gas line so that it could not be opened by accident. Dirk and some others did a fine job fixing up our vacant house. And Melissa and her team found us a pleasant new tenant. All within 27 days of when the former tenants had moved out! And they have been prompt about sending out a variety of people when repairs have been needed. We were nervous, but we didn't need to be. We are relieved. read more

Eric Paulin is the most professional kind and understanding manage that I've experienced working with in a long time.I-really appreciate his service and how prompt he is when responding to my issues Mz.Gigi read more

I would give this company zero stars if I could. In all my years of renting, this is the worst management company. They are incompetent and only know how to raise rents and charge for unwarranted moving out penalties. The mold in the closet was the final straw. The rental property was sold to Cal Prop several years ago and they did nothing to maintain or clean the grounds. The so called "on site laundry unit" was always dirty and one of my neighbors found an unhoused man sleeping in there. Repeated attempts to work with the building managers (5 of them during my time) to get a new washer and dryer, clean the grounds regularly, and change the locks were met with nothing but useless promises. Many communications and photos were sent to each of the building managers and lies about bimonthly cleaning services were met with increased rent for no additional amenities. I highly advise anyone considering Cal Prop and their rental properties to think again. If you want to live in a dump and pay high rent, move in. There are so many better management companies and beautiful places to live in San Diego that are affordable. Don't waste your time, energy, or your money. read more

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Unprofessional, and does not fulfill tenent requests in a timely manner. Highly advice not to rent through this establishment. Untrustworthy "slumlords" read more

I had an outstanding experience getting into a new home with Cal-Prop management. Garrison responded to my request to view the property immediately and I was able to meet for a showing in less than 20 minutes. Outstanding customer service with any questions I had. The application process was extremely smooth as well. I was able to secure the property very quickly, and the move in paperwork process was made very convenient. After moving in, Garrison went above and beyond in finding me a different parking spot that would better fit my truck, and responded right away to any other questions I had. The administrative customer service with Heather in the Mission Valley office was top-tier as well. I would highly recommend any opportunity to do business with Cal-Prop Management. read more

Ben Pajak Did an excellent job we were extremely happy Our new place is beautiful and the tradition transition was smooth read more

I normally don't write extensive reviews, but my experience with this property management company was troubling enough that I feel a responsibility to share it fully -- for the protection of future tenants and property owners. From the day I moved in, the unit had major unresolved issues including water intrusion, mold, plumbing failures, leaks, and a nonfunctional wall heater. For more than six months, management repeatedly told me these repairs were scheduled, only to later deny the conversations ever happened. It was dismissive, deceptive, and felt intentionally misleading. The VP, Melissa Y., was directly involved in many of these discussions. She repeatedly assured me repairs would be completed, then later acted as if those conversations had never taken place. Long-term neighbors confirmed this was a pattern -- Melissa often avoided communication, did not follow through on major repairs, and according to several tenants, failed to relay urgent concerns to property owners. Maintenance staff and neighbors also told me the building owner -- a man in his 90s who lived locally -- was completely unaware of many of the ongoing issues because tenants' reports were not being passed on. Tenants said they had to approach him in person for anything to get addressed. Based on these conversations, it genuinely seemed like both tenants and the property owner were being taken advantage of. I was told the unit would be "ready to go" before move-in, but it was anything but. When I arrived: The window screen was on the floor The bathroom drain plug was sitting on the counter The carpet hadn't been vacuumed The walls were marked and scuffed The blinds were broken And there were signs of black mold All of this was documented on the Statement of Condition, yet none of it was fixed during my tenancy. Throughout the year, I dealt with: Mold and water intrusion Multiple plumbing failures A leaking, cracked toilet tank Broken blinds A failing wall heater Clogged sinks Outlets that didn't work Due to the habitability concerns, I previously filed a formal complaint with San Diego Building & Safety as well as the California Department of Real Estate, both of which substantiated the issues. Based on what occurred at move-out, I will be filing additional complaints due to the lack of required coordination for the move-out inspection, and the unreasonable, unsupported deposit deductions that violate both the lease and California Civil Code §1950.5. After a year of dealing with this, I began searching for a place closer to work. The day after another property manager completed a reference check, this company issued me a 10% rent increase -- despite no other tenant in the 10-unit building receiving one. The timing speaks for itself. Before moving out, I requested and signed for a move-out inspection. No one ever contacted me. No inspection occurred. I moved out after thoroughly cleaning the unit -- carpets shampooed, walls wiped, and appliances scrubbed -- yet I received only $800 out of my $2,000 deposit. They charged me for: A toilet replacement (even though it was cracked at move-in and documented) Blinds (already broken and listed on the SOC) Carpet cleaning (despite the SOC stating the carpet was not new at move-in) After pushing back for weeks, they refunded the toilet charge -- but only because I provided overwhelming documentation. The property manager even sent photos claiming the unit was not clean, showing dust on the refrigerator, dust on the ceiling fan, and mold in toilet water -- which naturally forms when a unit sits unused, especially in a building with documented mold issues. It's also worth noting: the overly positive reviews for this company do not match the experiences I had or the experiences of my neighbors. Many long-term renters hinted strongly that those "positive" reviews were written by people associated with the company. If you value honesty, proper communication, and basic habitability, I strongly recommend avoiding this property management company. They were unresponsive, misleading, and repeatedly failed to take responsibility for issues that began long before I moved in -- and based on what I've seen, both tenants and owners deserve far better. read more

Review is for maintenance guy Tony specifically. He should get a raise! Professional and thorough! read more

We love Ben, not only is he the sweetest ever but he found us the perfect place within a day and is the most communicative ever. He might just be the best representative ever. Please promote him. read more

I've had a wonderful experience living here. Hobie is consistently on top of everything from maintenance to communication and it shows how much he cares about the property and its residence. Cal prop management as a whole sets the standard for what a great property management should look like. read more

I lived in a property managed by Cal-Prop for a year. The move-in process was smooth, the home was well maintained, and the neighbors were great. Any issues that came up were quickly handled by the maintenance team. I had planned to stay for several years, but unexpectedly lost my roommate, which put me in a very difficult position. Managing a sudden move while also helping organize services and processing the loss was incredibly overwhelming. Cal-Prop, and especially our property manager Hobie Maney, were understanding and supportive throughout. They waived certain charges in light of the circumstances, which was a huge relief to both me and my roommate's family. After move-out, I noticed a charge on the final statement that didn't seem accurate. I brought it up, and Hobie immediately resolved it in my favor. When you choose a property manager, you're putting a lot of trust in someone who can significantly affect your day-to-day life. I'm grateful that Cal-Prop is such a solid company and that Hobie is such a stand-up person. I highly recommend them. read more

My property manager George Gonzalez, was really helpful through the process to rent my new home. He answered very profesional and really quick all my request and he guided me really well to get the property! I had a such amazing experience in the process to move in. I'm happy with his work. read more

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I applied for an apartment through Cal Prop (7/1/2025) and had a terrible experience from start to finish. After submitting my application and $40 fee, I was never able to get in touch with any leasing agents -- no one answered calls, emails went unanswered, and the voicemail inbox was full. Eventually, I realized the apartment was taken off the market without any notice. When I called to request a refund of my $40 application fee (which should automatically be refunded if not used), the office told me, "we don't do app refunds." That's simply not legal. Under California law, if they don't provide an itemized receipt showing they actually used your fee (for a credit report, background check, etc.), they are required to refund it. After going back and forth with someone named Kurt Do, he finally said, "OK, I'll submit you for a refund," but acted like he was doing me a favor. It's not a favor -- it's the law. This company operates with a lack of transparency and accountability. Be very cautious with Cal Prop -- I honestly question whether they're just pocketing application fees without properly processing them. read more

This was by far the worst experience I've ever had with property management. They were dishonest, unreliable, and consistently went back on their word. Living at their property was a nightmare. When I first moved in, there was no cold water. Despite multiple complaints, it took them ages to fix the issue. After returning from a month-long trip, I found that while I was away a maintenance worker from Cal Prop turned on the heat building-wide, causing my apartment to overheat dangerously--my place was nearly uninhabitable. The excessive heat also led to a huge spike in my electricity bill, but they flat-out refused to take any responsibility. The worst part, though, was dealing with a neighbor who constantly harassed me. Management initially promised to let me break my lease and get my deposit back. But when I decided to take them up on that offer, a new manager had taken over and denied any knowledge of the agreement. I was forced to finish out my lease, and despite the fact that I was moving out due to harassment, they made no effort to compensate me or return my full deposit. This company is heartless, unprofessional, and exploitative. I'm just relieved to be out of there. Avoid at all costs. read more

Hobie with Cal Prop was our property manager when we lived in a cute little apt in San Marcos (before we bought our house late 2022). He was responsive then and professional. We just sold our home and listed him as a reference for rentals we applied for. All of them said he replied promptly and remembered details about us as tenants. Thanks, Hobie, for that. We found our perfect home with your help. read more

The worst property management company in San Diego. As a renter, I would avoid doing business with these jokers. Their listing agents and management are non-responsive when you have you an issue and if you go to their managers as a last resort they get upset. I was threatened to have my lease pulled or made nonrenewable.... The minute they made the threat I backed off and found a new place. Avoid the shenanigans and rent from a reputable property manager! read more

Tyler was amazing! Very quick to resolve an issue I had and very nice. I requested service with my sink and he resolved it very quickly. Very impressed with the quality of service / maintenance I've received from cal prop in both timing and quality! Everyone is always very nice and punctual. read more

I lived at the Daisy Hill(aka The Daisy dump)Cal-Prop and also the former mgmnt Jensen Prop, they do not care about tenants. I had so many problems in my unit on multiple occasion. Black mold in the bedroom, then black mold in the living room. They damaged the carpet and cut copper pipes in my unit. There were copper shaving everywhere. I was out of my units for 3 weeks, they did not care about my personal belonging, nothing was covered. My place was worse when they were complete. They check the living rm wall for mold but not the bathroom that is the same wall. I wanted to move to another unit they said ok but my rent amount would change...300.00 more to live in a dump. Please check with other tenants if you decide to this management copy. read more

I haven't had a maintenance request in years, and I've had two in the last few weeks (when it rains, it pours?? Lol). My back steel/security door rusted off the hinge yesterday, and not having a security door with a 1st grader made my mama-heart nervous to say the least. Thankfully, my property manager, Eric Paulin, is amazing and immediately put in the service request. Francisco Garcia with the maintenance team took measurements this morning and by this afternoon, he calmed my worries with a beautifully installed security door! Not only was he a pleasure to have working at the house, he also helped protect the area around the door to ensure our safety and keep the critters out. Another home run for the Cal-Prop team, and we're so grateful Eric and Francisco are a part of it! read more

I can't say enough great things about Hobie and Tamara. Hobie is always responsive, helpful, and considerate. He makes sure everything is handled quickly and with care. Tamara, their VP, is equally supportive and kind, going above and beyond to make sure we feel taken care of. It's rare to find a property management team that's this professional while also being so genuinely kind. Highly recommend! read more

I never leave reviews, but this time I felt it was necessary. I would give negative stars if I could. My roommates and I recently toured a property with this company, applied, and were approved. During the tour we had asked if our 2 cats needed to be registered as support animals prior to the move in, to which the realtor said he would check with his manager and let us know. Upon being approved for the apartment, we sent a follow up email about the cats just to check in while we prepared the deposit. The next morning we received a call from the realtor stating that our applications acceptance had been rescinded due to "malicious intent", stating that we had lied about the status of our two cats which absolutely never happened. The realtor even recognized that this never happened and when we asked to speak with his supervisor he let us know that they had already given the place to another group of applicants before even discussing with us. Extremely unprofessional and extremely disorganized. If you are wanting a smooth process or just a company with basic human decency, do not use this company. read more

I lived at 4671 Utah St for 7 months. Overall found my property manager Hobie super responsive and generally helpful when I reached out. They do general inspections to update things on the property and overall kept it well maintained. I recommend them and Hobie! read more

Eric Paulin has been a very attentive and diligent manager. Whether it has been a repair request or a key replacement or parking issue he makes sure it is attended to right away. I am a single woman living on my own and it feels very secure to know your manager always has your back. read more

I am very pleased with this property management! George, who helped me was so kind and communicative with the whole process. I am so happy with my unit and glad it was very easy to move in. I highly recommend their service! read more

Hobie was very helpful throughout our lease and always responded quickly to any issues we had. He was also a great reference for our rental verification history when we relocated to the Bay Area. Would recommend! read more

Great customer service all around everyone is very responsive, flexible and considerate. Renting from Hobie and Cal Prop as a whole has been a wonderful experience and I highly suggest to anyone interested in management that's reliable and feels like a community! read more

Marika and Hobie were incredibly helpful and responsive throughout the process of helping my roommate and me find a place to rent! Very accommodating and patient with us! read more

George was absolutely so helpful with the whole renting process. thank you so much! we appreciate everything :)

Hobie is the best!! He is always super helpful and responsive whenever he is needed. Every once in a while if something broke he would immediately send someone to help, if not himself read more

This review is specifically for my current property manager Hobie Manley. Hobie has been the most helpful with recent repairs that my unit has needed. Some of them were very urgent plumbing issues and Hobie was very responsive and quick to get the job done. He's easy to communicate with and great at his job. Thank you again for all the hard work you do! read more

We have been tenants of Cal Props for quite some time now, and our experience with them has been consistently positive. As I prepare to move out of one of their properties to my own place, I must commend Kate for her exceptional professionalism and assistance throughout the process. I would highly recommend Cal Prop management. read more

We had the pleasure of working with Marika, she was incredibly friendly and helpful throughout the whole process. She was patient and showed us many properties until we found the right one. The entire process after that was smooth as well. We also recently had a problem with a outlet so I messaged our property manager Jaime, and someone came to fix it in the same week. Super responsive and helpful team. read more

George and Carla were our property managers helping us through out our whole moving process. They made everything super easy, they were very communicative and there when we needed them! Great team! read more

This review is for Hobie Manley in particular. Hobie has gone above and beyond the call of duty in his time as manager for the property we rent. We recently experience a semi-disastrous plumbing problem, and via a quick phone call to Hobie everything was resolved. He has been a pleasure to work with and I'm happy knowing that we have someone reliable running the program. read more

Hobie has been my property manager for about 3 years now in San Diego, and he has always been very responsive and helpful for my roommates and I. Any issues or service request have been dealt with quickly and easily! read more

We could not say enough about Tyler's professional and meticulous workmanship. We had issues with a couple of faucets. He was very courteous and explained the plumbing issues and fixed everything beautifully all in one visit. If we could give him 10 stars we would. Thanks Tyler! read more