Michael Katwan — Property Management
Local Broker Associate. Direct access. No call centers — just expert property management in Redwood City.
Avg SFR Rent
Redwood City Rental Market
Redwood City has undergone a remarkable transformation. SFH rentals average $2,800–$3,600 per month in 2026. A revitalized downtown, waterfront development, and Oracle's headquarters have repositioned it as one of the Peninsula's most dynamic rental markets.
Oracle, Electronic Arts, Box, and a growing cluster of venture-backed startups keep the professional renter pool deep. Caltrain access at Redwood City Station provides direct commuter connectivity.
Neighborhoods
Downtown Redwood City's revitalized core, Farm Hill's family-friendly character, and Emerald Lake Hills' hillside homes attract tech workers and professionals who want Peninsula location at below-Palo Alto pricing.
Compliance
Redwood City does not have local rent control. AB 1482 applies to most qualifying pre-2005 multi-family properties. We confirm your property's status in your free audit.
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
Redwood City's tenant base is growing faster than supply — tech workers, startup employees, and professionals drawn by Peninsula location at competitive rents.
Questions
Property management in Redwood City typically runs 7%–9% of monthly collected rent, plus a one-time leasing fee. Michael Katwan provides transparent, no-hidden-fee pricing discussed during your free landlord audit.
Single-family rentals in Redwood City average $2,800–$3,600 per month in 2026, with Downtown and waterfront-adjacent properties at the higher end. Below Palo Alto pricing with Peninsula access.
Well-priced properties in Redwood City typically lease within 10–21 days of listing. Our free landlord audit ensures your rental rate is set to attract qualified tenants quickly.
AB 1482 applies to most pre-2005 multi-family properties in Redwood City, capping annual rent increases at 5% + local CPI (max 10%) and requiring just cause for evictions. Single-family homes owned by individual landlords may be exempt. We clarify your property's status in the free audit.
Options in Redwood City include Advent Properties, PURE Property Management, and Michael Katwan. Michael Katwan differentiates with direct Broker Associate management — you work with Michael directly, not a junior coordinator.
Get Started
Your free 30-minute landlord audit includes a rental price analysis for Redwood City, an AB 1482 compliance check, and a straight conversation about whether professional management makes sense for your property. No pitch. No obligation.