Hillcrest Property Management

Hillcrest Rental Market

Known for its unique charm and lively atmosphere, Hillcrest offers a diverse and dynamic rental market that attracts tenants seeking a vibrant urban lifestyle. Cal-Prop’s deep roots in the Hillcrest community ensure we connect renters with properties that perfectly match their needs, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience.

Property Owners in Hillcrest

Owning property in Hillcrest comes with unique opportunities, and Cal-Prop offers customized management services to help you make the most of your investment. Our team handles the day-to-day operations with precision, giving you the freedom and confidence to focus on what matters most.

Quick Turns with High Quality Tenants

Our proprietary tenant screening process, quick turn practices, and an all hands-on deck approach gives us an advantage to find, qualify, and close the best tenants at the highest rents the market will allow.

First-rate Customer Service

With a dedicated Vice President overseeing your property, you’ll have a single point of contact coordinating your entire team ensuring smooth operations, from leasing to repairs. While everything is online, we answer calls faster and more efficiently than any competitor.

Fast and Affordable Property Maintenance

We are pros at tackling routine and major issues with fast, cost effective results. For example, any mainline replacement is 75-80% of the cost of a typical plumbing contractor. Our in-house team aims to give you better pricing and faster service to minimize vacancy and turnover time while ensuring 100% resident satisfaction.

Hillcrest Rental Market

Hillcrest is one of the most diverse, engaging, and interesting neighborhoods in the San Diego area. Renting a home in Hillcrest means you’ll enjoy a vibrant community filled with culture, art, great dining, and a growing neighborhood with endless opportunities for fun. Whether it’s eating on University Avenue or shopping on Fifth Avenue, this is the place to be.

Farmers markets. Coffee houses. The annual Pride Parade. Renting in Hillcrest also means access to a walkable lifestyle, with everything you need just steps away, from trendy boutiques to cozy bookshops. Enjoy the vibrant nightlife, including live music venues and rooftop bars, or relax in one of the many parks and outdoor spaces the neighborhood has to offer. Hillcrest’s convenient location makes commuting a breeze, while its inclusive and welcoming atmosphere ensures there’s something for everyone.

Why Invest in Hillcrest Properties

Our Hillcrest property management services include leasing, managing, and maintenance, but we’re doing more for you than finding tenants, collecting rent, and responding to repair needs. We’ll help you approach this market in a way that maximizes every opportunity. We’ll talk about what kind of features today’s tenants are looking for and how you can optimize your investment for higher rents and better appreciation.
With Hillcrest’s increasing population density and the optimization of new zoning plans, property owners have the opportunity to enhance their investments by adding or remodeling features to meet the growing demand. Average rents are high, property appreciation continues to rise, and low vacancy rates paired with strong tenant retention make this neighborhood an ideal market for rental property success.

Let’s Talk About Your Hillcrest Rental Property

Reach out to the experienced team at Cal-Prop Management and let’s start improving your rental experience today. We’ll help you implement immediate solutions while also crafting long-term strategies to maximize your investment’s success. Call us now to get started!

What People Are Saying About Us

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5.0/5
Jun 23, 2025
Google - Gabriela - Cal-Prop Management
Muchas gracias Jacqueline por enviarme el servicio de mantenimiento, nos atendió el señor Francisco García, quien nos ha dado muy buen servicio en lo que hace, en otra ocasión también vino y resolvió muy rápido el problema en el departamento, ojalá nos puedas enviar a él mismo para futuras ocasiones. Gracias
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5.0/5
Jun 17, 2025
Google - Jax - Cal-Prop Management
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!
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5.0/5
Jun 14, 2025
Google - Nancy - Cal-Prop Management
Very happy with Cal-prop as my management company.When necessary, they find new tenants quickly, take care of all the cleanup or repairs needed. Make it fair for me as property owner and exiting tenant. Bring in income for me at fair market price. Respond to my calls or text as promptly as possible.Thank you Melissa!
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5.0/5
Jun 12, 2025
Google - Rafa - Cal-Prop Management
This is home for sure great company amazing properties and employees
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5.0/5
Jun 6, 2025
Google - Robert - Cal-Prop Management
I have been managed by Cal-prop for 4 years. Hobie and Tamara have been super responsive and addressed any issues I had quickly and fairly. I really appreciate the support.
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5.0/5
May 29, 2025
Google - Kellen - Cal-Prop Management
Kari was very helpful and responsive shout out to her.
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5.0/5
May 23, 2025
Google - Susan - Cal-Prop Management
Shay and Crystal oversee our properties and we are happy with the overall results. It’s been challenging to recover from COVID-19 vacancies and turnover of tenants. Within several months, they have organized and improved occupancy.
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5.0/5
May 21, 2025
Google - Nadia - Cal-Prop Management
I needed a few maintenance items done at my house, and Tyler came and fixed them all! I had originally put in a work order to fix our kitchen sink, and while he was there he was kind enough to fix a few more items around the house. He was very professional and friendly, and I am very appreciative of the work he did.
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5.0/5
May 19, 2025
Google - The - Cal-Prop Management
Tyler was amazing. Prompt arrival, quick fixes and super friendly. 10/10 would recommend and use again!
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5.0/5
May 16, 2025
Google - Brantley - Cal-Prop Management
Incredibly happy with both my property and the property managers! One of the many instances of them looking out for me was Eric Paulin staying in office after COB and making an extra key for me when I got locked out! I really appreciated that extra time and effort!
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5.0/5
May 15, 2025
Google - A - Cal-Prop Management
Property Manager incredibly responsive and available to address any questions during my application process. Thank You Jacqueline Vega & George.
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5.0/5
May 14, 2025
Google - Dobie - Cal-Prop Management
Tyler did an amazing job replacing a ceiling fan. He was very professional and extremely knowledgeable. Quick, clean, and quality service. Thanks Tyler!
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5.0/5
May 13, 2025
Google - Kat - Cal-Prop Management
i have lived in my apt for 12 years and Cal - Prop is the best five Gold stars, they are friendly. My bathroom sink was leaking and after i called them in 45 minutes it was fixed. if you are looking for a place to live try Daisey Hill or any other places that Cal-Prop manages trust me you will be impressed.
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5.0/5
May 10, 2025
Google - Lisa - Cal-Prop Management
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.
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5.0/5
May 3, 2025
Google - Jessica - Cal-Prop Management
Hobie is awesome! He’s super responsive, communicative and always helps us anytime we need anything with our rental. As far as property managers go, he’s the best and has made a huge difference in our experience!
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5.0/5
Apr 22, 2025
Google - Charlotte - Cal-Prop Management
I have been with Cal-Prop since 1990 and I have been extremely happy with their management of my property. They have helped me with purchasing another property, re finance, and up dating my apartments. I wouldn't do business with anyone else. I am especially grateful to Rick Thornton.
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5.0/5
Apr 15, 2025
Google - Joel - Cal-Prop Management
I had the pleasure of working with Catherine during my property search, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the experience. I originally inquired about a different property, but she quickly provided me with other great options, making the whole moving process so much easier. Her communication was outstanding—she kept me updated on my application every step of the way and ensured everything went smoothly. If you’re looking to move, I highly recommend reaching out to her. She truly made the process seamless!
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5.0/5
Apr 7, 2025
Google - Paris - Cal-Prop Management
Tyler was amazing with exceptional customer service. He fixed all maintenance concerns
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5.0/5
Apr 2, 2025
Google - Hayley - Cal-Prop Management
Got locked out of my place and Kari and Hobie were so helpful! Kari came to my place to test out keys and went back to the office to try and look for the master when the one she had didn't work. And they were trying to help me avoid any additional charges by sending a technician before I was eventually able to get through my window! Thank you Kari and Hobie!
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5.0/5
Apr 2, 2025
Google - Jake - Cal-Prop Management
Hobie was a great landlord, making things feel very easy. Very attentive and answers quickly. Great group at cal-prop!