Fresno, CA

Fresno property management in California's Central Valley hub

Fresno is the Central Valley's largest city with over 546,000 residents and a booming rental market. High tenant demand, competitive rents, and a diverse economy make Fresno one of the best cities for rental property investment in California.

Quick Summary: SUM Property Management provides comprehensive residential property management in Fresno, CA — including Woodward Park, the Tower District, and Clovis-adjacent neighborhoods. Our transparent pricing features a 7% monthly management fee, tenant placement at 50% of one month's rent, and $0 upfront setup costs. Average tenant placement takes 2–3 weeks, and we handle everything from AI-powered screening to 24/7 maintenance response.

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546,000

Population

Fresno

County

5th

Largest city in CA

40%+

Renter rate

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Why Fresno

California's fifth-largest city — and a top rental market

Fresno's rental market is driven by over 50,000 students from Fresno State and Fresno City College, combined with major employers in healthcare, logistics, and agriculture. With a homeownership rate well below the state average, Fresno has a large, stable renter population and strong vacancy rates for well-managed properties.

Tower District, Woodward Park, and North Fresno represent strong opportunities for investors who want a professionally managed, high-demand rental portfolio.

546,000

Residents

50,000+

College students nearby

40%+

Renter-occupied households

Strong

Rental demand pipeline

What We Handle

Full-service property management in Fresno, CA

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AI-Powered Tenant Screening

Credit, background, income, eviction history via Experian & CIC. Predictive risk scoring to minimize delinquencies.

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In-House Maintenance

Licensed handymen and contractors on staff. Before-and-after photos on every job. Competitive in-house rates.

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Rent Collection & Accounting

Online or cash at CVS, 7-Eleven & Walmart. Monthly P&L statements. Annual 1099s. Real-time owner portal.

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Massive Listing Network

Listed on 30+ platforms: Zillow, Apartments.com, Redfin, Trulia, Zumper and more. Maximum exposure, fast.

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Owner Privacy Protection

Your contact info is never shared with tenants. All communications routed through our team. No late-night calls.

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Legal Compliance & Evictions

AB 1482 compliance, eviction coordination with our attorney network. Notice to possession, handled.

Transparent Pricing

Property management fees in Fresno — simple 7-50-0

Two fees. No setup. No surprises.

Monthly Management Fee

of collected rent per month

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50%

Tenant Placement Fee

of one month's rent (one-time)

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Hidden Fees

zero, none, nada

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Local Expertise

Fresno communities we serve

Tower District

Clovis Border

Old Fig Garden

Fresno High Area

McLane

Sunnyside

Southeast Fresno

West Fresno

North Fresno

Downtown Fresno

Woodward Park

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Reviews

Trusted by Fresno property owners on Yelp

Rated 4.8★ on Yelp — the #1 rated property manager in the area for 5 years running.

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"Amazing service! This is my go-to property management company. I left another company that was not up to par with my expectations and communication was lacking. This by far was the best decision I have ever made to switch. The team has exceeded my expectations."

— Lisa W., Las Vegas, NV via Yelp

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"William's team helps me manage a 20 unit apartment building in Stockton. Even during the pandemic, they collected more than 95% of rent. Their contractor network performs repairs at a discounted rate — after they took over, my monthly repair expenses went down by roughly 30%. Business is good, I'm happy."

— Maggie L., Barcelona, Spain via Yelp

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"I used to manage my own properties until I moved to NY and could no longer do so. Through the recommendation of my realtor, we found William's company. They are very detail oriented and very responsive. Charging very attractive rates — well worth the peace of mind."

— C C., New York, NY via Yelp

Nearby Areas

Property management across the Central Valley

Visalia Property Management

Full-service residential management for Visalia landlords just south of Fresno.

Merced Property Management

Trusted property management for Merced rental owners north of Fresno.

Turlock Property Management

Leasing and management services for Turlock landlords in the Central Valley.

Modesto Property Management

Residential property management for Modesto owners up Highway 99 from Fresno.

Tracy Property Management

Full-service management for Tracy landlords across the northern Central Valley.

FAQ

Fresno property management FAQ

How much does property management cost in Fresno, CA? expand_more

SUM charges 7% of collected rent per month and 50% of one month's rent for tenant placement. No setup fee, no hidden charges. A bulk discount is available for multiple properties.

How long does it take to find a tenant in Fresno? expand_more

Our average leasing time is 2–3 weeks from listing to move-in. We syndicate your Fresno rental to 30+ platforms including Zillow, Apartments.com, and Redfin.

What types of properties do you manage in Fresno? expand_more

We manage single-family homes, duplexes, triplexes, fourplexes, small apartment buildings, condos, and townhomes throughout Fresno.

Do you manage properties outside of Fresno? expand_more

Yes — we manage rentals across 11 Central Valley cities, including Stockton, Modesto, Tracy, Lathrop, Manteca, Lodi, Turlock, Merced, Fresno, and Visalia.

Are you licensed in California? expand_more

Yes. CA DRE Broker #01004922 | Agent #02263113 | Corporate #02253300.

How do you screen tenants in Fresno? expand_more

AI-powered screening via Experian and CIC — credit, income verification, rental history, eviction records, and collection history all checked with predictive analytics.

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