Find better tenants faster, automate rent collection, and handle repairs.
Trusted by 8,532 owners and property managers in California.
$1.19M
Returned to California managers including the late fees.
25 vs. 33
average days to place a tenant on Hemlane vs. the California market.
688
California delinquencies handled through Eviction Shield saving over +$1k per a case.

The Hemlane Platform
Automate rent collection, leasing, and get 24/7 repair coordination services. Licensed California agents handle what software can’t. Whether you manage one unit or 250, you get full-service operations without building a full team.
Rental Advertising
Advertise to top premium listing websites, using AI listing descriptions and a click of the button.
Online Rent Collection
$0 ACH fees. 100% of late fees go directly to you. Automated reminders and multiple payment options keep rent coming in on time.
24/7 Repair Coordination
Get a dedicated rental assistant who takes maintenance calls, troubleshoots issues, schedules vendors, and reports back. You stop taking 2 AM calls.
Eviction Shield
Late-fee notices, lease compliance reviews, and pre-mediation support stopping delinquencies before they ever reach a courtroom.
Tenant Placement Services
Work with our tenant placement team to lease your rental faster. Access self-guided tours or connect with licensed California real estate agents in the Hemlane network for showings, inspections, key handoffs, and boots-on-the-ground work your software can’t do alone.
Accounting & Financial Tracking
Owner statements, expense tracking, year-end tax prep, and portfolio dashboards. One login replaces five vendor relationships.
All of the control, none of the chaos.
Four headaches every California operator knows. Here’s how Hemlane closes them.
01
Other softwares charge additional transaction fees.
Most platforms charge per ACH payment that add up to tens of thousands a year on a 50-door portfolio. Those fees are yours.
100% of late fees back to you, $0 ACH fee.
Hemlane returns 100% of late fees and other tenant-paid fees to the property manager. ACH rent collection is $0 fee. The number on the lease is the number that lands in your account.
Monthly rent
$2,400
View request
Balance due
Due on the 1st of every month
Autopay
$2,400
24/7 repair coordination and management services
Get a dedicated rental assistant who takes maintenance calls, troubleshoots issues, schedules vendors, and reports back. You stop taking 2 AM calls.
In progress
Plumbing issue
Submitted 1 day ago
by Jake Tenant
02
2 AM repair calls force you to hire a team you do not want.
Tenants don’t call about repairs during business hours. The 2 AM water heater call is real and so is the cost of dealing with it alone. Our repair coordination team picks up, troubleshoots, and dispatches so you don’t have to.
03
You are running five tools that do not talk to each other.
Five tools. Five logins. Five places where data goes missing. Most operators run their portfolio across platforms that don’t talk to each other. Hemlane replaces all of it with one login, one team in one platform.
One product, one login, one team.
Leasing, screening, listings, rent collection, maintenance coordination, delinquency tracking, and eviction support all live inside one Hemlane account, with one login, one team, and one set of state-specific workflows.
Search for anything
Eviction Shield runs the Palo Alto process for you.
Eviction Shield serves late-fee notices, reviews lease compliance, and kicks off the mediation process and resolves 98% of California cases before they ever reach a courtroom
Open requests
27
Closed requests
3
Past due rent
$22,405
04
One bad eviction can erase a year of rent.
In Palo Alto, a contested eviction can run 4–6 months and cost $5,000–$15,000 per door. Eviction Shield handles delinquency management and pre-mediation resolving 98% of cases before they ever reach a courtroom.
Where California rental market sits today, and where Hemlane operators run ahead of it.
Days to place: Hemlane California vs. California market
25 vs 33
Median rent (statewide)
$2,275 / mo
YoY rent growth
+4.9%
Total California rental units
19,079
Multifamily rentals (5+ units)
3,292
Single-family rentals
10,402
Maintenance requests completed in California
27,669
Top populated cities by demand
Los Angeles · San Diego · San Francisco · San Jose · Riverside · Long Beach · Sacramento · Fresno · Oakland · Stockton
Top investor cities
Los Angeles · San Diego · San Francisco · San Jose · Oakland · Sacramento · Long Beach · Cupertino · Fremont · Richmond
What applies here
Eviction Shield serves late-fee notices, reviews lease compliance, and kicks off the mediation process and resolves 98% of California cases before they ever reach a courtroom
Local ordinance
Palo Alto Rent Ordinance
Palo Alto has no local rent-control ordinance, so California's statewide Tenant Protection Act (AB 1482) applies. Annual rent increases are capped at 5% plus the regional CPI, up to a 10% maximum, and just-cause eviction protections apply after 12 months of tenancy. Single-family homes and condos owned by individuals, and buildings less than 15 years old, are generally exempt.
Fun fact
Fun Facts about Palo Alto
Did you know Palo Alto has no rent-control ordinance of its own? California's statewide AB 1482 cap (5% + regional CPI, up to 10%) is what limits rent increases here.
Whether you’re an owner, property manager, real estate agent, or brokerage, Hemlane provides a professional and stress-free way to manage your rentals, use AI and real human support.
“Their team is consistently responsive—whether it’s handling tenant maintenance requests or assisting us directly, they move fast and communicate clearly. What really sets Hemlane apart is the tech.”
Zach S., Owner
Braddock Investment Group
“Hemlane has consistently demonstrated exceptional customer service, prompt responsiveness, and efficient issue resolution, making them a standout choice for property management.”
Carla A., Owner

All of the control, none of the chaos.
8,153
California rentals on Hemlane
12
licensed Palo Alto agents in our network
570
California cities covered across major metros
Featured Cities
Hemlane has active rentals and licensed agents in California’s largest rental markets. Click any city to see local listings, agents, and rental laws.
Looking for a smaller market?

Los Angeles
968
rentals
47
agents
$2,500 / mo
median

San Diego
631
rentals
45
agents
$2,450 / mo
median

San Francisco
466
rentals
36
agents
$3,700 / mo
median

San Jose
222
rentals
38
agents
$3,200 / mo
median

Riverside
213
rentals
16
agents
$1,670 / mo
median

Sacramento
164
rentals
16
agents
$1,950 / mo
median

Fresno
154
rentals
4
agents
$1,500 / mo
median

Long Beach
148
rentals
11
agents
$2,208 / mo
median

Oakland
129
rentals
20
agents
$2,100 / mo
median
Full Directory
Looking for a smaller California city? Hemlane operates across 570 California cities. Browse the full list grouped by metro area.
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California Agents
275 licensed California agents serve operators across 570 California cities. Each agent holds an active California Department of Real Estate license, has been vetted by Hemlane, and handles the in-person work that the software cannot: showings, in-unit inspections, key handoffs, and local-court coordination.
CA #02051496
Palo Alto
9+ years experience
After spending thirteen years growing up in the Central Valley, I moved back to the Bay Area with a vision of something great for myself. But like most people, I had trouble figuring out what that was. I have always wanted to help people, but not just in any simple way - I wanted to make an impact. After considering many options like legal and healthcare careers, the light bulb came on. Real Estate. I've studied day and night, I've made it my life, and I've been having more fun than ever! I am proud to be an agent with a trusted company like Century 21, allowing me to offer you a wide variety of tools that allow exclusive access to early listings, accurate market statistics, and unparalleled options that allow you to get the best service, and the best me. I love the Bay Area, and service all the hottest neighborhoods in Sunnyvale, Campbell, San Jose, and everywhere that's anywhere in Santa Clara County. There are few financial decisions more important than the buying or selling of a home, and there are few things that exhilarate me more than getting the chance to help you with yours. The Bay is more cutthroat than ever these days, and having a passionate agent on your team, with a reliable team of his own, makes all the difference!

CA #DRE# 01916482
Palo Alto
10+ years experience
Malin Group is top-notch; World-class realtors selling and buying the best luxury properties from SF to Silicon Valley. Team Leader Malin Kansal, a native of the Bay Area, is passionate about Bay Area living and Real Estate. With more than 20+ years of Real Estate expertise he is well versed in the ever-changing real estate landscape. Malin is a happy father and husband and has cheerleaders in his wife, son and daughter. Equipped with an MBA, as well as degrees in Legal Studies and Fashion, Malin's clients benefit from his multi-faceted knowledge. Home buyers, sellers, developers, investors, and landlords alike benefit from Malin’s extensive knowledge, strong negotiation skills, and analytical aptitude. With a results-orientated approach excellence is achieved in everything he does. His goal is to exceed his client's expectations always! What sets Malin apart at the very outset is his zen-like calmness, respectfulness, ability to connect with people from all walks of life, genres, and personalities. Malin always maintains his inner calmness, even in the depths of the most heated negotiations. Malin embodies the desirable combination of a humble human being with razor sharp business acumen that makes him a winner! Malin possesses a keen interest and knowledge in interior design, which allows him to ensure his client's homes are showcased well, and buyers purchase a home that becomes their sanctuary. Always on the lookout for a good opportunity, Malin is the source for current real estate market data and trends.

CA #02235247
Palo Alto
2+ years experience
Growing up in my family's real estate brokerage in Southern California, I've been immersed in the industry since childhood. With a deep-rooted understanding of real estate gained through years of hands-on experience, I now bring my expertise to leasing in both Southern California and San Francisco. As a full-time software engineer with a passion for real estate, I offer a unique advantage: flexible property showings during non-traditional hours. This approach makes property viewing accessible for busy professionals and those with challenging schedules. My long-term vision is to leverage my technical skills and family's real estate legacy to eventually launch my own innovative venture in the industry. I believe the most effective way to do this is to first understand what it takes to provide my clients with an exceptional leasing experience. A fun fact about me is that I love to surf--Ocean Beach, Pacifica, and Santa Cruz are some of my favorite spots in California!

CA #02006775
Palo Alto
10+ years experience
Donna Castillo, The Real Estate Problem Solver with Keller Williams understands what it takes to render quality representation in today’s competitive marketplace. Over the years, she has earned a reputation for her full-service, innovative, and dynamic approach to real estate, creating a recognized brand in Silicon Valley. Working with everyone from renters to luxury home buyers and sellers to Seniors and investors, Donna is committed to helping her clients fulfill their real estate goals and dreams, regardless of the problems they may face. Through her large network of industry professionals, she will assist you to identify the right provider that can help you prepare a property for a showing to a complete remodel to small repairs. Donna also believes in giving back to her community. She currently is: - Commissioner for the City of San Jose Seniors Commission The Senior Citizens Commission studies, reviews, evaluates and makes recommendations to the City Council on any matters affecting seniors in the City of San Jose, including health, education, employment, housing transportation, and recreation. - Executive Board Member, Vice President for NAHREP Silicon Valley (National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals). NAHREP's mission is to advance sustainable homeownership by (1) Educating and empowering real estate professionals, (2) Advocating for public policy that supports the trade association’s mission, and (3) Facilitating relationships among industry stakeholders, real estate practitioners and other housing industry professionals - Sabor Del Valle Executive Board Member This organization's main objective is to raise funds for local non-profits that change the lives of the overlooked and underrepresented in the Bay Area.

CA #02026074
Palo Alto
10+ years experience
Paul Montalvo was born, raised and resides on the Peninsula. As a licensed California Realtor, he has been involved exclusively in the leasing, managing, investing and the renovating of residential properties since 2006. He has a firm understanding of the local rental market and expertise to deliver an amazing experience while ensuring his clients are in compliance with the ever evolving local & state regulations. With a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Property Management Master Certification from CAR, Paul brings his former Silicon Valley technology sales experience to the forefront. The result is an exceptional level of customer service for property owners, investors, residents, and agents. He believes in a tech-enabled approach utilizing the latest in property management tools. This translates into a transparent & unparalleled client relationship along with defined business processes. Paul offers a long-term plan with every client to make sure they never lose sight of their real estate investment goals. Get in touch to schedule a chat about your property management, leasing and investment needs. Signature Realty Property Management & Sales

CA #01797775
Palo Alto
10+ years experience
New to Hemlane but 19+ years of experience in real estate. Miguel Portales is a real estate professional with over thirteen years of experience selling and leasing homes throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, Silicon Valley, San Diego and Orange counties with a proven track record of success. Just in the last 24 months he has completed over 93 tenant placements and 15 home sales. During the first five years of his career, he became a Top Producer Sales Agent in Northern California within his firm which allowed him to develop successful business relationships with clients. Miguel speaks fluent Spanish and his background plays a key role when negotiating with Spanish speaking families. He also brings to the table Computer Graphics Design and Business degree backgrounds giving him a finer edge over his competition when it comes to marketing strategies. His military background helps him to stay focused, organized and ready to take on new challenges.

CA #01494639
Palo Alto
10+ years experience
- Preserve and enhance clients’ real estate assets with targeted tenant placement, on-going management and strategic reinvestment of net profits to grow wealth. - Purchase and Sell a primary or investment properties. - Specialize in Accessible Living and Aging-in-Place Home Transitions. I've directed my quality-first business to all areas of the Bay and have refined skills to accommodate virtually every long term tenant circumstance imaginable. My communicative, transparent and resourceful business style achieves client goals efficiently, effectively and to clients' long-term financial benefit. The core 'human element' of real estate (even more critical of ]=landlordship) cannot be automated, digitized or in any other technological way effectively replaced in property management (or buying and selling, to be honest!). My high-touch, empathic approach ensures your property is well attended to and your tenant is not be made to feel like a rent check or the 'necessary evil' of investing, but a valued person who is caring for your property as they make it their home. My broad experience across the Bay Area's highly diverse composition and community makes starting your placement/management conversation with me a savvy choice. You will quickly find that, however intimidating being a landlord may seem or how complicated it has become, together we will secure your long-term success.

CA #01912393
Palo Alto
10+ years experience
Our focus on preparation and presentation in the real estate lease process sets us apart from other management companies. We started managing properties as a value add for existing clients who purchased or sold homes through us but expanded as a full time service when we saw a lack of expertise and efficiency with existing managers. We have analyzed all parts in the real estate lease process and have structured our methods to result in faster lease times for owners, and less hassle during the lease period by approaching each rental with the same time and effort used when selling a multi million dollar home. We combine local expertise and an unwavering commitment to achieve your goals. Our property management services include: - Gutter cleaning (up to 3 stories high) - Driveway, exterior, and window pressure washing - Minor tree branch removal - Cleaning an deodorizing garbage disposal/sink P traps - Refrigerator coil cleaning - Co2 and smoke detector tests/replacement (required by law) - Dryer vent cleaning - Water heater service flush - Hvac filter change - Range hood filter cleaning As bay area natives, our team members own several rental properties throughout the bay area where we also actively develop homes.
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Palo Alto
6+ years experience
I've been managing my own rental for the past year and want to help you with your investment(s)! Whether you are local or out of state, I know how valuable it is to have someone familiar with the market and its potential. I've lived in the Bay Area for 25+ years, so I know first-hand what it takes to be competitive, what's realistic, and am familiar with new developments that will continue adding value for investors. Since I got my Real Estate license in 2020, I've done multiple showings and have advised buyers on their purchases. I work remote and live in San Jose, but I've lived in San Francisco and San Mateo/Burlingame as well. I live and breath real estate and am constantly looking for my next investment. On a personal note, I've used Hemlane's services to find a local leasing agent for my own property, and it made the whole experience much more manageable (no pun intended). I want to give other investors the same feeling and help them gain, maintain, or grow their financial freedom.

CA #02102655
Palo Alto
10+ years experience
Pinnacle Property Group is a locally owned and operated, boutique-sized property management company here in the Silicon Valley. We specialize in taking care of your property to your specifications, not ours. We coordinate tenant placement, rent collection, handle maintenance and repairs, and strategize to help improve and add value to your rental. You get peace of mind knowing your investment is in good hands. We provide leasing and management services for single-family homes, condos, townhomes, and multi-family units. Our staff consists of qualified, highly-experienced property management professionals who are committed to excellence in customer care. As rental property owners ourselves, we have an intimate understanding of the local market and the ability to manage your investment with the expertise and professionalism you deserve. Equally important, we are firm believers in the value of great relationships with owners and tenants alike! Services include marketing, tenant screening, lease preparation, rent collection, property maintenance, and financial reporting.

Local Agents For Your State
Common operator questions about running rentals on Hemlane. Each answer ties back to the state-specific workflow Hemlane runs.
You do not need a license to manage your own rental properties through Hemlane. If you manage rentals on behalf of others for compensation, your state may require a real estate broker’s license. Hemlane’s local agents are licensed professionals, so owners using the Agents service are always working with a licensed local expert.
Most states strongly recommend or require written lease agreements for all rental terms. Hemlane provides state-specific lease templates that include required disclosures and legally recognized terms which are ready to send with eSign in minutes.
Hemlane automates rent collection from end to end. Tenants pay online, and funds are deposited directly to the owner and not held in a third-party account. 100% of the rent goes directly to you. Automated reminders and late fee notices reduce manual follow-up so you get paid on time without chasing tenants.
Hemlane lets you configure automated late fees that align with your state’s legal limits. The platform sends automated reminders before rent is due and late notices after. Once the process is set-up, it runs without you having to make a single call.
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