Serving All of Petaluma
At the center of the Petaluma neighborhood lies the historic site, Rancho Petaluma Adobe, which was built in the early 1800s by General Mariana Guadalupe Vallejo. From that point, the 94952 and 94954 areas extend outward nearly 15 square miles and remains home to more than 60,000 residents. The area was originally supported by its poultry industry, earning it the nickname, “Chickaluma.” Since then, the music industry has overtaken the area with the establishment of amp manufacturer, Mesa/Boogie, within the neighborhood space.
Our team at Utopia Management can help you net great annual returns from your full roster of investment properties. We specialize in the care of residential and commercial rental properties of all kinds. Our personalized management plans include:
Advertising: With over 20 years of industry experience, our team is well versed in the creation of highly effective marketing campaigns. We strive to fill all rental vacancies with excellent tenants in just under a month. We video and floorplan your property and hold onsite events to encourage prospective tenants to envision themselves in each space, and our team screens each applicant to identify and secure the best residents for your rentals.
Management: Our skilled management team can perform all daily tasks required to maximize your rental’s performance. We can utilize market trends and other pertinent information to adjust your management plan on the fly. Our team always keeps your rentals performing at their limits by boosting revenues and decreasing expenses. With our support, you will consistently net great returns from your investments.
Bookkeeping: Our bookkeeping services will keep you completely informed about the overall financial health of your 94952 and 94954 rentals. We create custom performance reports by utilizing monthly revenue and expense data – and then our team uploads these documents to your secure online portal, which you can conveniently access using a smartphone, tablet or computer. Upon reviewing these reports, you can rest assured that your rentals will continue to exceed your performance expectations at every turn.
Our skilled team at Utopia Management looks forward to helping you net great returns from your full roster of investment properties across the Petaluma region and beyond. Contact us today to get started on your journey toward success.
Property Management Office Serving Petaluma, CA
- Utopia Novato Office
- (707) 532-1111
- (707) 216-2685
- 7250 Redwood Blvd.,Ste 300, Novato, CA 94945
- Mon - Sunday 9am - 5pm
ATTRACT TENANTS WITH PROPERTY MARKETING
Finding excellent tenants starts with making sure your property is visible and attractive. We install professional signage, create quality listings, describing your property thoroughly, and take beautiful photographs that showcase your properties highlights. We then list your property on all of the highly trafficked rental websites, including utopiamanagement.com. Our dominant position in the marketing place and years managing rental properties has allowed us to develop a sizable referral database. This positive reputation for being fair and responsive means many potential renters check with us first to find their rental home. We are able to consistently rent properties priced at current rates to qualified tenants. Our responsive property managers complete the marketing optimization by being available and knowledgeable, with phones and emails always answered swiftly.
- Advertising on most popular rental websites
- Quality listings including photos and video
- Showings 7 days a week by appointment
- Utopia referral base increases visibility beyond competition
Apartment Management Services
Owning an apartment complex brings a unique set of challenges. Utopia has spent years developing skills and systems to make your investment as profitable as possible. We manage apartment communities of all sizes, providing quality management services to suit the diverse needs of each apartment community. We provide comprehensive rental management, including scheduled property maintenance and rent-ready repairs, online rent collection, marketing and attracting quality tenants, lease execution, rent setting, and tenant retention programs. Our responsive managers help tenants feel welcomed and appreciated. Our experience leads to decreased vacancy rates and increased ROI. And our expertise and professionalism translates to profitable and headache-free investments for our clients. For an affordable quote and to discuss your needs, contact Utopia today.
- Online rent collection and direct deposit
- Extensive experience across a wide spectrum of multi-family properties
- High visibility marketing and promotion of your property
- Tenant retention strategies
- Responsive communication with calls and emails answered swiftly
- 24-7 emergency response
- Full monthly accounting and financial tracking via online portal
Commercial Property Management
When it comes to commercial property investments, Utopia’s property managers are professional and think like entrepreneurs. Investors have trusted Utopia for years for all types of commercial property: medical buildings, industrial and office complexes, mixed use, and retail storefronts. We offer extremely competitive management fees, customized to the size and complexity of your property and portfolio.
- Comprehensive Management Services: building maintenance, marketing to target audience, lease administration, inspections, evictions and collections
- Monthly Financial Accounting Statements
- Tenant Retention Programs
- Vendor Management
- Contract Administration
- REO Management and Disposition
- CAM & Operating Expense Reconciliation
- Customized Asset Management Strategies
HOMES & CONDOS: RESIDENTIAL RENTAL MANAGEMENT
Utopia represents a large network of single family homes of all sizes and values. Our residential professional management services both attract and keep tenants happy while keeping owners expenses and vacancy rates down. Our goal is to free you from the day-to-day management tasks, from showing properties to collecting rent in our online portal, while maximizing your ROI.
With 25 years experience, you can rest assured your property is in good hands. Our years in the industry mean we’ve seen it all, and developed smart systems to screen tenants, manage expenses, communicate with tenants, and maintain properties efficiently. We understand local law and legal aspects of rental management so we shield our owners from unnecessary liabilities.
For residential properties, we offer a competitive management fee, which is one of the lowest in the industry. Unlike some competitors, we do not add on hidden charges or leasing or set-up fees.
THOROUGH TENANT SCREENING AND LESS THAN 1% EVICTION RATE
Placing the right tenant is the single most important step in rental management. Our applicant screening includes income, rental history, employment, and eviction search to evaluate for potential delinquency issues. We verify identification, social security cards and pay stubs, along with contacting prior landlords for recommendations, keeping the delinquency rate to a minimum. Our thorough screening process for potential tenants has consistently kept our eviction rate at less than one percent.
Utopia also provides our owners with the optional “Utopia® Eviction Protection Program” for further peace of mind. As a management company, we have many procedures in place to assist in the elimination of potential liabilities.
- Exceptional property protection options for owners.
- Preparation, delivery, and execution of legal documentation for evictions.
- Optional “Utopia Eviction Protection Program” for additional peace of mind.
Quality Maintenance & Repairs
Maintaining your rental property, as well as being available to deal with emergency repairs, can be a source of frustration for landlords. At Utopia, we have a staff of in-house technicians available for most work, under general contractors license (#792427), meaning we can complete work as quickly as possible and pass the savings on to our clients. When necessary, we also have a network of trusted vendors for specialized work, some of which we have been using for over fifteen years. This relationship translates to purchasing power to help Utopia’s clients get a better than market price.
- Maintenance & Rent Ready Repairs
- Technicians on Staff or Preferred Vendors
- 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance
- Move-in and Move-out Inspections
- Licensed and Insured Vendors
All Financials Tracked & Reported
Managing both expenses and income is all handled by our accounting department with use of your owner web portal. Tenants appreciate the ability to pay rent online, which also decreases delinquency. All expenses and receipts are tracked online and available to you at any time. A monthly statement includes all financial activity and copies of the bills we paid on your behalf. Your December statement has all of your annual figures for tax purposes. If you ever have questions regarding your statement, you can contact one of our helpful accounting staff members.
- Custom Web Portal
- Accounting staff make financial management easy
- Rent and security deposit collection online
- Bills and year end figures available any time
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Petaluma located?
Petaluma is a riverfront city located in Southern Sonoma County, California, USA, 39 miles north of San Francisco. It is situated at the southern end of Sonoma County, just east of Highway 101, and is bordered by the Petaluma River to the west.
What are some popular places to visit in Petaluma?
Petaluma's charming downtown area is well-preserved and features a mix of boutiques, antique shops, and specialty stores housed in historic buildings. The town also has a vibrant arts scene, with over a dozen art galleries in the downtown area showcasing handcrafted jewelry, paintings, and sculptures created by both local and internationally recognized contemporary artists. Some of the most popular attractions in Petaluma include the Petaluma Village Premium Outlets, Helen Putnam Regional Park, Shollenberger Park, and Lagunitas Brewing Company.
What are the dining options in Petaluma?
Petaluma offers a diverse range of dining options with a variety of cuisines available, including American, Mexican, Italian, Asian, and farm-to-table. Many restaurants in the city focus on locally sourced and organic ingredients. In addition to these cuisines, Petaluma also has coffee shops, bakeries, and specialty food stores offering artisanal cheeses, bread, and other gourmet foods.
Is Petaluma a good place to live?
Overall, Petaluma is considered a great place to live due to its proximity to San Francisco, breathtaking scenery, and suburban, small-town feel with most residents owning their homes. The city offers a variety of recreational activities, quality schools, and a diverse range of dining and shopping options. Additionally, Petaluma has a relatively low crime rate and a strong sense of community.
Petaluma, located in Sonoma County’s Wine Country and only 39 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge, is ideal for exploring wineries, beautiful coastlines, and historic redwoods.
Top 15 Things to do in Petaluma: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-g32874-Activities-Petaluma_Sonoma_County_California.html
Sonoma’s Explore Petaluma Guide: https://www.sonoma.com/explore/petaluma/
Sonoma’s 5 Fun Things to do in Petaluma: https://www.sonomacounty.com/articles/5-fun-things-do-petaluma
Petaluma’s Business Development Tools: https://petalumastar.com/business/tools/