Our Tenant Placement Process
How We Find and Secure the Right Tenants
We combine deep North County San Diego market knowledge with proven leasing strategies to find qualified, long-term tenants quickly and efficiently. Every step is designed to protect your investment and minimize vacancy.
Property Evaluation & Pricing
Our team walks your property (or reviews it virtually), evaluates its condition and features, and analyzes local rental data across North County San Diego. We then recommend an optimal rent range that attracts quality tenants quickly while protecting your long-term returns.
Lease Preparation & Signing
We handle all lease paperwork using California-compliant forms and language. Our leasing team manages negotiations, signatures, and documentation, ensuring every agreement is clear, enforceable, and aligned with current San Diego and statewide regulations.
Professional Marketing & Advertising
Your property gets premium exposure on 50+ major rental sites, complete with high-quality photos, compelling descriptions, and optional 3D virtual tours. We also promote through our agent network and social media to reach quality renters actively searching in Carlsbad, Oceanside, Vista, San Marcos, Escondido, and greater San Diego.
Move-In Coordination
Once an applicant is approved, we coordinate everything needed for a smooth move-in. That includes detailed walk-through inspections with photos, documenting condition, key handoff, and move-in instructions. Both you and your tenant start the lease with clear expectations and proper documentation.
Tenant Screening
Every applicant goes through a multi-step screening process to help ensure we place responsible tenants in your home. Our screening typically includes:
1. Credit and background checks.
2. Employment and income verification
3. Rental history and landlord reference review
We can also include pet screening where applicable. Our criteria are applied consistently to stay compliant with California Fair Housing laws.
Why Owners Choose Palomar Oaks
Fast Leasing
Most homes rent within 2–3 weeks, depending on price, condition, and location. Our focused North County San Diego marketing and tenant screening help you spend less time vacant and more time earning.
Local Expertise
We know the San Diego North County rental market inside and out — from pricing trends and neighborhood demand to local renter expectations. That insight translates into smarter decisions for your property.
Stress-Free Process
We handle the details — marketing, showings, communication, screening and documentation — so you don’t have to. You stay informed and in control, without dealing with the day-to-day leasing tasks.
Quality Tenants
Our stringent screening process and standardized approval criteria are designed to place responsible tenants who respect your property, pay on time, and are more likely to stay longer.
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Full-Service Property Management
Starting at 8% of Monthly Rent
Most single-family homes, condos and small multifamily properties in San Diego County qualify for our standard 8% full-service management plan. After we place your tenant, we can seamlessly transition into ongoing property management so you don’t have to step in mid-lease.
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Make Owning Rental Property in San Diego Easy
We are here to make owning rental property in San Diego easy. For a complete breakdown of what’s included in our management package — from tenant placement through ongoing management — check out our client guide.
Tenant Placement & Leasing FAQs
How long does it usually take to find a tenant?
Most properties are leased within 2–3 weeks, depending on location, pricing, and condition.
Can I choose my own tenant?
To remain fully compliant with California Fair Housing laws, our leasing team handles all tenant approvals using standardized criteria. We welcome your input on preferences, but final decisions must follow our documented screening standards.
What do I need to do before listing my property?
We recommend having your property professionally cleaned, ensuring all systems are functional, smoke and CO detectors are installed, and landscaping is well maintained. We’ll provide a simple make-ready checklist specific to your home.
Do you offer self-guided or in-person showings?
We offer in-person and virtual showings. For the security of your property, we do not offer self-guided tours. A company representative will always accompany prospective renters when viewing the property.
Can you help me set the rent price?
Yes. We perform a detailed market analysis based on comparable rentals in Oceanside, Vista, Carlsbad, San Marcos, Escondido, and the broader San Diego area to determine the optimal rate for your home.
Do you offer tenant placement only, or do I have to use full management?
We can provide tenant placement as a stand-alone service or bundle it with full-service property management, depending on your needs. Many owners start with placement-only and later choose full management once they see the benefits of having everything handled by one team.
What happens if the tenant you place breaks the lease early?
Our goal is always long-term, stable placements. If a tenant we place breaks the lease early, we’ll review the situation with you and follow the terms of your lease agreement. In many cases, we help coordinate remarketing and re-leasing the property quickly to minimize downtime.
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