(831) 475-1355 After-Hours Emergency: (855) 420-7873

Our Rental Application Process

Read the steps below and reach out to us if you have any questions.

Read the property listing
• We want you to know what is and is not included with the property!

Review our Criteria and a SAMPLE LEASE.
• We want you to self-evaluate whether it’s worth your time to apply and to be comfortable with the future lease you could be signing.

Drive by the property – Do not disturb any current residents
• We want you to like the neighborhood you might be moving to!

Call (831) 475-1282 or email lcampos@purepm.co for a showing for ALL intended residents who are 18 and over.
• We cannot accept applications until everyone 18 and up in your party has attended a showing of the property.

Once you have completed these steps, you can provide all of the following online for each resident who is 18 and up by clicking on “Apply Now” on the property listing
• An Application
• Proof of income
• Copy of Photo ID
• Payment for the non-refundable $52 application fee
• [If you are unable to submit an application online, please notify our office at time of setting up showing]

Please allow 24-48 hours for the processing of an application (additional time may be needed during the busy season or if references do not return calls quickly).

We may receive multiple applications for this property. We do not necessarily select the first application submitted. Selection of a resident is based upon better credit history, rental references, Proof of Income, Number and type of pets if allowed, and Move-in date.

Next Steps:
1. You will hear from us whether your application is approved or denied.
2. If your application was in good standing, but another application was stronger, you can apply your application towards any of our other properties for 30 days for free (you will still need to attend a showing).
3. If you are offered to rent a property, you will need to turn in a Holding Deposit within 48 hours to secure it in the form of a cashier’s check or money order. This is always in the amount of a half month’s rent made out to PPM and is fully applied towards your move in funds.
4. By your established move in date, you will have started any necessary utilities, submitted proof of renter’s insurance, signed your lease, turned in your remaining move in funds, and can pick up keys! At this point we will have already completed a report of the property and you will have the opportunity to add any comments you would like; we do not do a walkthrough of the property with you.

Application Disclaimer:

The Portola Property Management Resident Benefits Package (RBP) delivers savings
and convenient, professional services that make taking care of your home second
nature. By applying, Applicant agrees to be enrolled and to pay the applicable cost of
$39/month, payable with rent.
Your RBP may include, subject to property mechanicals or other limitations:

– HVAC air filter delivery directly to your door approximately every 90 days.
– A resident rewards program that helps you earn rewards for paying your rent on-
time.
– Credit building to help boost your credit score with timely rent payments.
– $1M Identity Protection for all adult leaseholders
– 24/7 online maintenance reporting
– Online Portal: Access to your account, documents, communication and payment
options.
– One-time late fee or Non-Sufficient Funds forgiveness
– Tenant Liability Insurance Policy

NOTE: The total monthly cost of the Resident Benefits Package is all-inclusive, and
no discounts will be given if any element of the package is unavailable due to a lack
of HVAC or another limitation at a specific property. Residents providing both liability
insurance and renters insurance (including naming the property management
company as the additional insured) may choose option B which is $27/month,
payable with rent.

Areas We Serve

We serve all of Santa Cruz County including:

Santa Cruz
Capitola
Aptos
La Selva Beach
Scotts Valley
Watsonville

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What People Are Saying About Us

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Google
5.0/5
Sep 22, 2023
Google - Ramona - Portola Property Management
Deposits are always on time. Details are also on time.
Google
5.0/5
Sep 9, 2023
Google - Bianca - Portola Property Management
As a current renter I am pleased with them. They are friendly and professional and are quick to address any concerns I had through the years. Which was not many. Very good company to have as a renter.
Survey
5.0/5
Aug 19, 2023
- Bianca - Portola Property Management
They arrived on time and they completed work quickly and did not leave a mess when they were done.
Survey
5.0/5
Aug 17, 2023
- Leo - Portola Property Management
The leak was fixed, fast and efficient thank you. There are still other items that need repair. (Windows and bathroom)
Survey
5.0/5
Aug 2, 2023
- Marie - Portola Property Management
The staff are always friendly and professional, and responses to maintenance requests are always prompt.
Survey
5.0/5
May 20, 2023
- Joanne - Portola Property Management
Whenever I need anything, they are quick to solve the problem. I've never had any problem with contacting them, and if I leave a message, they respond quickly too.
Google
5.0/5
May 20, 2023
Google - Bob - Portola Property Management
PPM has always handled our property very well. Since we live 1000 miles away, it's nice to have someone local to solve any problems and keep things current.
Google
5.0/5
May 18, 2023
Google - Tricia - Portola Property Management
Carissa at Portola Management does a great job making sure that my tenants get what they need in a timely manner.
Google
5.0/5
May 17, 2023
Google - Stephen - Portola Property Management
These guys have been my manager for many years, they do all the heavy lifting, all the background checks taxes insurance emergencies landscaping…… and I get a check every month on time, and a statement to give to my bookkeeper at tax time.. I am living the dream because of these awesome women 🙏❤️👍👏🌹🇺🇸
Survey
5.0/5
May 8, 2023
- Louise - Portola Property Management
Thank you.
Survey
5.0/5
Mar 15, 2023
- Oscar - Portola Property Management
She did an amazing job
Survey
5.0/5
Feb 18, 2023
- JAMES - Portola Property Management
Satisfied renter! All our repair needs are met with prompt and courteous service. The staff are wonderful people.
Survey
5.0/5
Feb 17, 2023
- Nicholas - Portola Property Management
Carissa and the PPM team are always responsive and helpful. Thank you.
Google
5.0/5
Nov 22, 2022
Google - Inga - Portola Property Management
Portola Property Management has done a wonderful job managing our property. They have made our lives so much easier, and less stressful. Thank you PPM!!
Facebook
5.0/5
Nov 14, 2022
Facebook - Sihle - Portola Property Management
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Google
5.0/5
Oct 15, 2022
Google - Lloyd - Portola Property Management
I have had excellent service over the years that Portola Property Management has managed our Condo in Aptos.
Survey
5.0/5
Oct 14, 2022
- Joanne - Portola Property Management
Portola Property Management has always been quick to take care of any maintenance problem that has happened.
Survey
5.0/5
Oct 14, 2022
- Kimberly - Portola Property Management
Laura and staff very nice Professional overall wonderful experience
Survey
5.0/5
Sep 19, 2022
- Robert - Portola Property Management
Repairs were done quickly and professionally.
Facebook
5.0/5
Sep 8, 2022
Facebook - Ngabire - Portola Property Management
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Survey
5.0/5
Aug 24, 2022
- Lupe - Portola Property Management
I submitted a request and got a response quick
Survey
5.0/5
Jul 27, 2022
- James - Portola Property Management
Portola Property managers were attentive to our needs, and it has been a pleasure working with them during our move in. The house is clean and tidy, A couple of small repairs were needed, and they were performed by a very friendly handyman (Mike). We are very happy in our new home.
Google
5.0/5
Jun 6, 2022
Google - Shelly - Portola Property Management
Rented from Portola, they were a good rental company . Zero complaints.Portola helped get into my place, that I love, early pandemic, with very little complications...in a very complicated time. Carissa, was fabulous with me and doing everything to help me get in on a timely basis, im disabled, so this was huge for me..* Thank you Carissa* So, a big shout out to her and the company!
Survey
5.0/5
May 16, 2022
- Louise - Portola Property Management
Thank you.
Survey
5.0/5
May 16, 2022
- Cary - Portola Property Management
Excellent maintenance practices and friendly staff.

Community Affiliations

Portola Property Management has had the opportunity to make charitable donations and/or partner with the following organizations:

Community Affiliations of Portola Property Management

We Do Business in Accordance with the Federal Fair Housing Law which states it is illegal to Discriminate Against Any Person Because of Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Handicap, Familial Status, National Origin, or Sexual Orientation.

Want to Learn More?

If you’d like to learn more about our properties and what it’s like to work with Portola Property Management, get in touch. We’d be happy to talk more about our rental properties, our application requirements, and our leasing process.

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Portola Property Management

1210 Brommer St,
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 475-1355 | (831) 475-1428
rentals@portolarentals.com
After-Hours Emergency: 855-420-7873
CA DRE #02124826

Affiliated Companies:
Real Estate Connections: San Jose Property Management
Sunburst Properties: Sacramento Property Management