Michael Katwan
Chevron, PG&E, and top schools — a landlord's stable anchor.
Local Broker Associate. Direct access. No call centers — just expert property management in San Ramon.
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San Ramon Rental Market
San Ramon is one of the most stable rental markets in the Tri-Valley, with single-family homes averaging $3,000–$3,900 per month in 2026. Vacancy rates are exceptionally low (typically 2–3%) driven by Fortune 500 corporate relocation demand. San Ramon Valley USD's top-rated schools create strong family tenant demand that keeps properties leased year-round.
San Ramon's unique employer base — Chevron HQ, AT&T West, and 70+ companies at Bishop Ranch — generates a steady stream of corporate relocation tenants who are high-income, stable, and often prefer renting before buying in a new city.
San Ramon renters skew toward corporate professionals in energy, tech, and finance — many employed at Chevron, PG&E, Five9, or Bishop Ranch tenants — plus families drawn by the San Ramon Valley Unified School District, one of the highest-rated districts in the Bay Area.
Neighborhoods
Dougherty Valley and Norris Canyon are San Ramon's most prestigious rental neighborhoods — larger lot sizes, newer construction, and proximity to Bishop Ranch create consistent demand from corporate tenants and senior executives.
Master-planned community in northeast San Ramon with newer SFRs, townhomes, and apartments; top-rated schools make it the most in-demand family rental submarket in the city
The commercial core of San Ramon, anchored by the open-air City Center at Bishop Ranch mall; rentals adjacent to this corridor attract working professionals who want walkability to their office
More established, affordable submarket with older SFR stock and condos; entry-level for investors and renters alike, with solid I-680 commute access
Investment Case
Chevron (1,500 employees) and PG&E (2,305 employees) provide a stable, high-income tenant base with long tenancies — these aren't startup employees who might relocate; they're multi-year corporate placements
One of the Bay Area's largest suburban office campuses hosts AT&T, IBM, Five9, and dozens of professional services firms — driving a diversified local job market that insulates the rental market from single-industry downturns
Master-planned Dougherty Valley with its top-10 Great Schools-rated schools (Dougherty Valley High, Windemere Ranch Middle) commands a premium and draws family renters who stay 3–5+ years
Compliance
AB 1482 applies to many covered rental properties in San Ramon. State law limits rent increases for covered properties to the lower of 5% plus the applicable cost-of-living change or 10% over 12 months, and also includes just-cause rules. San Ramon does not have a stricter local rent-control ordinance, but property type, ownership, required notices, and building age still matter.
Not sure if AB 1482 applies to your property? We'll clarify it in your free landlord audit.
What We Handle
Consistent, fair-housing-aware screening criteria 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.
AB 1482 coverage/status review, rent-increase timing, notice history, and lease documentation are checked so you understand the operational risk before taking action.
Local Proof
The landlord audit is not a generic estimate. It applies local operating context to rent, tenant quality, maintenance, and future resale optionality.
San Ramon homes often compete for professional and family tenants who expect clean presentation, responsive repairs, and strong school/neighborhood context.
Michael evaluates whether a home should be refreshed before listing, held at a premium rent, or priced more aggressively to avoid a vacant month.
For owners who may sell later, management decisions are made with resale continuity in mind: maintenance records, tenant status, and prep items stay visible.
Tenant Quality
San Ramon's tenant pool is dominated by Fortune 500 employees, corporate relocations, and senior executives — among the most financially stable tenants in the Bay Area, with long lease terms and minimal turnover.
Questions
Property management in San Ramon typically runs 6%–10% of monthly rent, depending on structure and needs, plus a one-time tenant-finding fee of 75% of one month's rent. San Ramon's corporate tenant demand makes professional PM highly cost-effective — quality tenants mean fewer vacancies and disputes.
SFH rentals in San Ramon average $3,000–$3,900 per month in 2026. Dougherty Valley homes at the premium end command the highest rates due to newer construction and Chevron/Bishop Ranch proximity.
San Ramon draws Fortune 500 employees from Chevron, AT&T, and Bishop Ranch — stable, high-income tenants with strong rental history and corporate relocation packages. These are among the most desirable tenants in the Bay Area.
Yes — low vacancy, high-income tenants, and strong school ratings create one of the most stable rental markets in the East Bay. Corporate relocation demand keeps properties leased with minimal marketing effort when priced correctly.
Options include Swenson Property Group, PURE Property Management, and Michael Katwan. Michael Katwan differentiates with direct Broker Associate management — Michael handles your property personally.
Get Started
Your free 30-minute landlord audit includes a rental price analysis for San Ramon, an AB 1482 coverage review, and a straight conversation about whether professional management makes sense for your property. No pitch. No obligation.