Orange
Property Management

Owning a rental in Orange requires balancing the allure of historic charm with the complexities of specialized maintenance. Whether you own a preserved craftsman in Old Towne, a mid-century Eichler in the Fairhaven tract, or an equestrian estate in Orange Park Acres, standard management often falls short. Good Life Property Management specializes in this diverse housing stock. We navigate the city’s strict Historic Preservation guidelines (ensuring repairs don’t violate code) and expertly screen tenants to distinguish between stable professionals and transient university traffic from nearby Chapman.

Our Orange Property Management Services

We help you determine the best rental price for your property through market analysis, industry reports, and seasonal fluctuations. 

We will take the highest quality marketing photos of your property, along with any community amenities.
Using our special 3D camera, we will create a virtual walk through tour of your property. This lets potential renters see an accurate representation of the property online.

We advertise your property through Zillow’s paid premium service and share it across the most popular sites, such as Zillow, Redfin, Trulia, HotPads, Realtor.com, and Apartments.com. 

We’re committed to finding top-notch tenants for your property. That’s why we conduct a credit history check, background check, rental history check, and income verification to screen tenants.
We provide a secure online portal for tenants to pay rent.
On the last business day of the month, the rent is directly deposited into your account.

From initial lease signing to lease updates and renewals, we take care of all the paperwork for you. 

Tenants have the option to text or call our emergency line after hours, making sure we can get in touch with vendors around the clock if needed.
In the rare occasion of eviction, we take care of everything from start to finish. This means we will serve the notice to pay, file an unlawful detainer with an attorney, go to court if needed and do a sheriff’s lockout.
On the first business day of every month, we provide you with an owner statement. This shows the income and expenses from the previous month.

Our goal with property inspections is to make sure we address any property concerns before they become a large expense. 

Orange Property Managers

Overview

About Orange

Orange is a bustling university city in northern Orange County, California, with a population of over 139,000. Orange is an attractive city because of its active economy, excellent schools, and beautiful weather. A unique feature of Orange is the homes and buildings in the Old Towne District that were built before 1920. In the 1960s, Orange decided to preserve these houses while other cities were demolishing their historic houses.

The Old Towne Orange Historic District is on the National Register for Historic Places. It is a great place to spend a day shopping for antiques, trying a new restaurant, or attending one of their amazing events like Orange International Street Fair, Treats in the Streets Autumn Festival, or the Tree Lighting Ceremony and Candlelight Choir Procession. Orange boasts 22 parks with various amenities, the Hilbert Museum of California Art on the Chapman University campus, and the can’t-miss Orange County Zoo. For more information on attractions in Orange, visit the City of Orange’s official website.

How much does Orange property management cost?

Every Orange property manager has their own unique fee structure, which can vary significantly from other Orange property management companies. At Good Life Property Management, we offer house, condo, and 2–4 unit property management for an 8% monthly management fee, with a reduced rate of 7% for properties renting over $6,000 per month. For multi-family properties, we offer a custom proposal. In addition to the monthly management fee, we charge a leasing fee equal to 25% of one month’s rent, a $150 annual inspection fee, and a $195 lease renewal fee.

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Home Prices

in Orange

The housing market in Orange, California, is growing year-over-year as more families, professionals, and individuals look to move to the vibrant community. Single-family homes, condos, and townhouses are found in various neighborhoods in Orange, including the popular neighborhoods Orange Park Acres, Orange Foothills, and Old Towne. The university and colleges and the proximity to bigger cities make Orange a great place to invest in a rental property.

Pros of Investing in Orange

Orange is an interesting mix of a booming local economy, charming historic districts, university town appeal, and a strong sense of community. Thanks to employers like Chapman University, UCI Medical Centre, and the many small businesses in Old Towne, there is a high demand for housing for professionals, young families, and students. Orange is also home to many unique neighborhoods—the historic Old Towne Orange, family-friendly El Modena, and upscale Orange Park Acres—meaning there is something for everyone.

Cons of Investing in Orange

Currently, Orange is a seller’s market—more people are looking for houses than houses on the market. While this can make it more difficult to find a property to invest in, it also means that you’ll be on the opposite side of the equation once you find your property. Orange is also a landlord’s market—there are more potential renters than there are rental units. You’ll be in a position to find a qualified tenant quickly.

Home Prices in Orange

These are the year to date stats as of March 2024. For monthly stats, visit Redfin’s Orange, CA Housing Market.
$1,198,000

The median price of a single-family home in Orange – 92856–92869

$649,000
The median price of condos/townhomes in Orange – 92856–92869

Rental Rates in Orange

These are the 2024 average rent prices in Orange. For monthly stats, visit Zumper.
$4,264/month

The average rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Orange. 

$3,044/month

The average rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Orange. 

$2,156/month
The average rent for one bedroom in Orange.

Are you debating whether to rent or sell your property?

Use our Rent vs. Sell Calculator to make an informed decision. This tool helps you evaluate your financial future by comparing the potential wealth you could build over time with either option. Make the best choice for your investment with our easy-to-use calculator!

Good Life Promise

Real protection. Real Value. Real peace of mind.

Every lease comes backed by our highest standards – not just marketing fluff. Included in your protection plan:

Tenant Damage Coverage

We cover up to $3,500 in total reimbursement for physical damage, above the security deposit, caused by the tenant or their approved pet.

Eviction Protection

If a tenant we place needs to be evicted for any reason, not just nonpayment - we’ll cover up to $3,000 in court and legal fees, including attorney costs.

Releasing Support

If your tenant breaks their lease or is evicted within the first year, we’ll waive the leasing fee to find a qualified replacement -- at no cost to you.

Money back guarantee

Still unsure? Our six-month money-back commitment refunds up to 6 months of management fees if you’re not satisfied. No hassle, no hard feelings.

No long-term commitments

Stay because you want to, not because you have to. Month-to-month management with no long-term commitments required.

Risk and Fraud Protection

We protect your investment with rigorous tenant screening, secure payment systems, and proactive measures to minimize risk and prevent fraud.

Total Value:

over $10,000 in real, tangible protection.

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