SUM
Modesto, CA

Modesto property management by landlords who own here too

Serving Modesto from Downtown to Salida, Beyer Park to Vintage Faire — we manage 300+ Central Valley units, many our own. Your property gets the same team, same care.

300+
Units managed
50+
Years combined experience
2–3 wk
Avg. tenant placement
4.8 ★
Yelp, 5 years running
check_circle 7% flat management fee check_circle Tenant placed in 2–3 weeks check_circle Zero hidden fees check_circle CA DRE Licensed
What We Handle

Full-service property management in Modesto, CA

Whether you own a single-family home in Beyer Park or a multi-unit building near Downtown Modesto, our team handles everything so you never have to.

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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 Modesto — simple 7-50-0

Two fees. No setup. No vacancy charge. No surprises.

7%
Monthly Management Fee
of collected rent per month
check_circle No vacancy fee
check_circle No setup or onboarding fee
check_circle Bulk discount to 4% for multiple properties
check_circle Monthly owner statements included
50%
Tenant Placement Fee
of one month's rent (one-time)
check_circle All advertising costs included
check_circle Open house management
check_circle Full tenant screening
check_circle Lease preparation & signing
$0
Hidden Fees
zero, none, nada
check_circle No cancellation fee
check_circle No inspection fee
check_circle No lease renewal fee
check_circle All optional services itemized in contract
Local Expertise

Modesto neighborhoods we serve

Downtown Modesto
Central Modesto
Beyer Park
South Modesto
Vintage Faire
North Modesto
Shackelford
NW Modesto
Salida
North
Bret Harte
East Modesto
Village Ranch
Higher-end
Briggsmore
Mid-tier
Lakewood
West Modesto
College Area
Near MJC
Ceres
South Stanislaus
Regency Park
Higher-end
Reviews

What landlords say

4.8 ★★★★★ — 5 years in a row

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"Finally a property manager who actually owns rentals themselves. They understand what matters to landlords because they are landlords."

— Modesto homeowner via Yelp
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"Tenant placed in 18 days. Before-and-after photos on every maintenance job. Detailed monthly statements. This is how it should work."

— Stanislaus County landlord via Yelp
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"7% with zero hidden fees. I was paying 10% plus constant add-ons with my last manager. The difference is significant."

— Multi-unit investor, Modesto via Yelp
FAQ

Modesto property management FAQ

How much does property management cost in Modesto, 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 vacancy fee, no hidden charges. Bulk discounts available as low as 4% for multiple properties.

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

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

What types of properties do you manage in Modesto?expand_more

We manage single-family homes, duplexes, triplexes, fourplexes, small apartment buildings, condos, and townhomes across all Modesto neighborhoods and surrounding Stanislaus County.

Do you manage properties outside of Modesto?expand_more

Yes — we also serve Stockton, Tracy, Lathrop, Manteca, Lodi, Turlock, Merced, and surrounding Central Valley communities.

Why choose SUM over other Modesto property managers?expand_more

We are landlords ourselves with over 300 units under management, many of which we own. We treat your property the same way we treat ours. Transparent pricing: 7% flat fee, no vacancy fee, no setup fee, no hidden costs.

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