Michael Katwan — Property Management
Local Broker Associate. Direct access. No call centers — just expert property management in Belmont.
Avg SFR Rent
Belmont Rental Market
Belmont is a mid-Peninsula gem — quieter than San Mateo or Redwood City, with strong schools, Caltrain access, and stable rental demand from tech professionals. The city attracts long-term tenants who value school quality and suburban calm without sacrificing access.
Oracle HQ and the broader mid-Peninsula tech corridor drive strong rental demand in Belmont. Caltrain access extends appeal to SF and South Bay commuters.
Neighborhoods
Belmont's hillside neighborhoods — Belmont Hills, Homeview, and Notre Dame — offer quiet residential living with Caltrain access and proximity to major Peninsula tech employers including Oracle.
Compliance
Belmont does not have local rent control. California AB 1482 applies statewide to eligible properties.
Not sure if AB 1482 applies to your property? We'll clarify it in your free landlord audit.
What We Handle
Full credit, background, employment, and rental history checks on every applicant before anyone signs a lease.
Online rent collection with automatic late fee enforcement. Monthly owner statements with clear line-item reporting.
Tenants submit requests through a managed process. We triage, coordinate vendors, and keep you informed — not involved.
Compliant leases, notices, and rent increase calculations. We handle the legal complexity so you stay protected.
Tenant Quality
Belmont attracts tech professionals, Oracle employees, and families — long-term tenants with stable incomes and strong rental histories.
Questions
Belmont does not have a local rent control ordinance. California AB 1482 applies statewide and limits annual increases to 5% plus CPI (up to 10%) for covered properties.
Belmont rents in 2026 average $2,600–$3,200/mo for 2BR units and $3,300–$4,500/mo for 3BR homes. Hillside homes with views command a premium over flatland properties.
Belmont is generally quieter and more residential than San Mateo with slightly lower rents. Tenant quality is very high — the city draws long-term renters who prioritize school access and community stability over urban convenience.
Get Started
Your free 30-minute landlord audit includes a rental price analysis for Belmont, an AB 1482 compliance check, and a straight conversation about whether professional management makes sense for your property. No pitch. No obligation.