Welcome to Stokley Properties

Professional Santa Cruz
Property Management

Working with residential Santa Cruz property owners. We’re your most trusted resource
when it comes to leasing, management, and maintenance in our unique community.

Free Rental Analysis

Here’s Where We Stand

Years in Property Management

Days to Lease (Average)

Units Under Management

Residents in Managed Properties

Successful Rental Experiences in Santa Cruz Begin With Our Effective Leasing Plans

Finding the right tenant for your Santa Cruz property is one of our first orders of business when you partner with our management team. This requires strategic marketing, which is driven by our innovative technology, and responsive showings, which is supported by our commitment to service.

The tenant screening process is fair but rigorous. It’s compliant with all of California’s strict rental and fair housing laws, and it’s consistent with every application we collect. The result is a well-qualified tenant ready to pay rent on time, take care of your property, and respect the lease agreement we work so hard to draft.

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Hands-On Property Management Services in Santa Cruz Saving You Time and Money

By focusing on what we do best, Stokley Properties saves you time to pursue what you do best. Leave the day-to-day details to us. We’ll take care of everything from rent collection to lease enforcement to financial accounting and tenant communication.

We won’t just take care of it. We’ll take care of it using a set of systems and processes that are steadily improved upon to ensure you’re getting the best in Santa Cruz property management. We prioritize communication and we know how to hold residents accountable while still providing them with exceptional service and support.

Maintaining the Condition and Value of Your Santa Cruz Investment Property

Maintenance costs have risen and we can help you keep up. We offer preventative services, routine repairs, and emergency responses that are cost-effective and comprehensive. Don’t be victimized by the larger expenses and extra deterioration that come with deferred maintenance. Leverage our relationships and network of vendors and contractors. Talk to us about preventative strategies that will protect your investment.

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Pricing Your Santa Cruz Rental Property

Make sure you’re earning what your investment is worth.

We use data insights and analytics to study the market and the competing properties. We use our understanding of tenant demands and our local market knowledge to evaluate your rental against all the others that are available.

The result? A competitive rental price that is also profitable.

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Investing in Santa Cruz Makes Sense

Santa Cruz is a special city, and the people who decide to live here do so for their own reasons.

The reasons are abundant.

There’s the gorgeous weather (300 sunny days per year!). There’s the splendid seaside vibe. This is one of the most famous beach towns in California, and for good reason. People surf. They sunbathe. They fish and they boat.

From the Beach Boardwalk to the local wineries, there’s a lot to love about Santa Cruz. We see millions of visitors every year, and we have a steady population of well-qualified tenants who are looking for attractive rental homes. If you’re looking for a place to invest, Santa Cruz is the rental market for you.

Santa Cruz Property Management Pricing

Leasing & Tenant Placement Only

9%/of One Year’s Rent

One time flat fee for leasing and placement. Includes advertising, marketing, screening, leasing and placement.
Rent Assessment
Finding Residents
Full Legal Compliance

Leasing & Management

8%/Of Gross Monthly Rent

Includes advertising, marketing, screening, placement and property management.
Rent Assessment
Finding Residents
Full Legal Compliance
Property Maintenance
On-Time Rent Collection
Eviction Process Handling
Property Accounting & Reporting
Monthly & Year End Owner Statements
Owner & Resident Portals
Leasing Fee of 50% of One Month’s Rent or $1,500. Whichever is Higher.

*There is no management fee charge during vacancies.
* Fee depends on size, monthly income and size of portfolio

Let’s Talk about Your Santa Cruz Investment Properties

Whether there’s a specific problem that you just haven’t been able to solve or you’d like to hear our thoughts on how to best position yourself in a shifting rental market, get in touch.

Read Our Google Reviews

4.8/5

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Jul 17, 2025

Google - Pearl Wu - Stokley

Excellent service with a quick response time. Rent income and expenses are clearly presented, making everything easy to understand.

Jul 14, 2025

Google - Deborah Roper - Stokley

Very pleased with Stokley Properties. Rented my one unit that came empty and get my check in timely manner every month.

Jul 11, 2025

Google - Peter Polce - Stokley

Loren, Joe Stokley Jr and the group of consciousness team members do an excellent job at managing our properties.

Jun 30, 2025

Google - Glenda - Stokley

Very approachable and helpful team/staff. I appreciate all the help Jennifer has given me working on my properties!

Jun 30, 2025

Google - Victor Baker - Stokley

Stokley Properties has managed my rental properties for the past six years, and I can confidently say that they are truly exceptional. Their communication is top-notch, they respond quickly, and they consistently go above and beyond to support both us as landlords and our tenants. Over the years, we’ve had a few emergencies pop up, and every time, their team was on it—day or night—handling the situation with professionalism and fairness. They never price-gouged or took advantage of urgent circumstances. The real estate division at Stokley has also helped me purchase multiple properties, including the one my family now calls home. Every person I’ve interacted with—from the owner to the staff to the handyman who helped paint our house—has been professional, kind, and highly capable. What sets them apart is that they are a family-owned business that truly puts people first. Their values show up in how they operate and how they treat clients. If you're looking for a company that knows what they’re doing and genuinely cares, Stokley is it. I couldn’t recommend them more. ~Dr. Vic

Jul 22, 2023

Google - J Roth - Stokley

This is my first experience at renting out my townhouse. Stokely Properties made the process go smoothly. Yes, I would recommend them if you are new to renting out your property.

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