SF Bay Area Property Management

Atherton Property Management Made Lovable

Year-long Guaranteed Rent
in 21 days average.

If we take more than 60 days, the placement fee is on us.

Or Call (650) 885-9166

Residents In 21 Days Or Less Average

Most of our homes get rented in 21 days. If it takes us longer than 60, the placement fee is on us.

Guaranteed Rent Payments On The 1st

Monthly rental payments even if your Residents pay late.

24/7 Care For Your Home

Concierge-level care for your home year round.

Guaranteed Rent

Get guaranteed rent for a year, even if your Residents default, with eviction costs covered. We treat Belong Residents exceptionally well, helping them stay longer and care for your home.

Residents you’ll love, in 21 days or less.

Once your home is listed, you’ll have residents in 21 days or less. Our unique combination of cutting-edge technology and human touch uses true market data and real-time interest from potential residents to maximize listing prices.

Get Residents

We take care of everything, so you don't have to.

Your dedicated Concierge works with a team to offer 24/7 support, so you, your home, and your Residents are always taken care of.

Atherton deserves better than old-school property managers.

Atherton, California is an exclusive residential community located in the heart of Silicon Valley. Known for its sprawling estates and luxurious homes, Atherton boasts tree-lined streets and manicured lawns that provide a serene and peaceful atmosphere. Notable locations include the Menlo Circus Club, Holbrook-Palmer Park, and the Lindenwood Shopping Center. Belong is proud to offer our long-term residential rental experience to Atherton.

Demographics

7,181

Population

$250,001/ yr

Median Household Income

58.3%

Percent Married

Rental Stats

11.6%

% Homes Rented

$2,000,000

Median Home Value

23.1 mins

Median Commute Time

Get a feel for the guaranteed income you’ll earn...

No more landlords. No more tenants.

Just happy Atherton Homeowners and Residents.

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Stephanie R.

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Berkeley Homeowner

Nov 2022

Chris thoroughly explained Belong Property Management's rates and onboarding process and answered all questions and was very pleasant to work with.

Michael S.

Verified Review

San Francisco Resident

Nov 2022

I have been renting in San Francisco since 1991 and have never experienced such a seamless and professional experience with landlords or property management companies. Very communicative, efficient, friendly and helpful. Well done!

America S.

Verified Review

SF Bay Area Resident

Apr 2023

It was a great experience we loved the house

John B.

Verified Review

SF Bay Area Homeowner

Dec 2018

These guys are just starting out, but already I can tell they're on to something. Blown away so far with the level of service they provide, and the quality of work they do when something needs to be fixed or attended to. My tenants love them as well, which no one ever says about a property manager, but they wrote me to tell me so. They provide great tools as well that they built as the startup they are. Has been a pleasure to work with David and Jordan on their team, and Francisco as well has done an awesome job. Can't recommend them enough.

Jarred D.

Verified Review

SF Bay Area Homeowner

Sep 2022

I’m exploring property management options and talked to Keith who was really friendly, knew his stuff, helped me understand the process. I am really excited about rent guarantee program

Carl R.

Verified Review

SF Bay Area Homeowner

Dec 2018

David and the team at Belong take great care of my house. What I like the most about the interactions with them is that they keep their word: if they say something, you know it's going to happen. Oh, and they show up on time! So unusual when dealing with service professionals. Highly appreciated.

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Pricing aligned with you.

No hidden fees. Just great service.

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Property Managers

Guaranteed Rent & Eviction Protection

Up To 3 Months Of Rent Included

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Guaranteed Time To Rent

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30k+ Maintenance Pros In Network

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Best-In-Class Mobile App

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Unique 360 Wealth Insights

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24/7 & Emergency Support

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Management Fee

8‑12% Of Rent

Placement Fee

100% Of 1st Month’s Rent

Lease Renewal Fee

$200‑1k

Initial Setup

FREE

$200‑500

280 Point Home Inspection

FREE

$150

Data-Driven Pricing Analysis

FREE

$100

Professional Photo Shoots

FREE

$150‑500

3D & Virtual Tours

FREE

$250‑400

Premium Advertising

FREE

$100‑200

Move Coordination

FREE

$100‑200

Tax Document Preparation

FREE

$50‑150

Early Termination Fee

NONE

1 Month Of Rent

Vacancy Fee

NONE

$25‑100/

Month

Legal Compliance Fee

NONE

$50‑150/

Year

Accounting / Administrative Fee

NONE

$10‑50/

Month

Insurance Claim Coordination Fee

NONE

$100‑300/

Claim

Plus, all maintenance expenses, management and placement fees are tax deductible.

Belong Homes Near Atherton

4 bed•4.5 bath•4,929 ft2

Richmond, CA

5 bed•3 bath•4,500 ft2

San Jose, CA

2 bed•2 bath•1,349 ft2

Foster City, CA

2 bed•2 bath•1,300 ft2

2804 Adeline Street, Oakland

3 bed•2 bath•862 ft2

1215 San Pablo Avenue, Berkeley

5 bed•3 bath•1,964 ft2

47450 Cholla Street, Fremont

3 bed•2 bath•1,237 ft2

191 West MacArthur Boulevard, Oakland

3 bed•2 bath•1,237 ft2

193 West MacArthur Boulevard, Oakland

4 bed•2.5 bath•2,060 ft2

28625 Hayward Boulevard, Hayward

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233 E Harris Ave Unit F3

South San Francisco, CA 94080

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Frequently Asked Questions

Belong offers a one-stop-shop for all your home management needs including:
• Preparing your home for future residents by conducting an inspection and addressing maintenance and repairs.
• Marketing and showcasing your home with professional photography, 3-D virtual walkthroughs, open houses, and self-serve tours. What sets us apart is that we offer these tours at no extra cost to homeowners. This flexibility ensures that we reach a wider pool of potential residents, making the process efficient and hassle-free.
• Distributing the listing on 26 websites including Zillow, Apartments.com, Craigslist, Trulia, Zumper and Hotpads. Additionally, we list the home in its best light on our website that receives tens of thousands of visitors a month - a true competitive advantage.
• Screening and placing residents through our thorough vetting and background check process. We are so confident in our qualification process that we guarantee your rental payments whether or not a resident pays us.
• Managing the resident relationship, including rent collection, home visits, and fostering community connections. - you will not need to worry about dealing with Residents directly. Our Member Service Team will ensure both you and your Resident have everything needed.
• Providing long-term care and handling maintenance, including 24/7 emergency service.
• Access to our industry-leading products and services such as the mobile app so you can manage your home from the convenience of your phone, cash flow management products such as Split It to finance any major fees or maintenance expenses, all-in-one insurance, etc.
The moment you become a Belong Homeowner, we get right to work. We'll send an inspector to your home, and put a plan in place. We'll provide you with a full inspection report and market pricing analysis, to ensure your home gets loved ASAP.
Our mission is to find someone who will love your home as much as you do, so we don’t cut corners. Belong's resident vetting process is thorough and designed to provide homeowners with peace of mind. We conduct comprehensive background and credit checks, employment verification, reference checks, and personal interviews with our highly-trained resident specialists to ensure the reliability and financial stability of potential residents. Our approach is backed by advanced screening technology, allowing us to carefully select residents who are a great fit for your property. This sets us apart from competitors by prioritizing the safety and security of your investment.
We are so confident in our qualification process that we guarantee your rental payments whether or not a resident pays us.
The short answer is no, all Belong Homes come unfurnished. And we don't recommend trying to do that on your own either! While you probably have great taste, in general, furnished homes rent for way less than unfurnished homes, and lead to negative experiences down the road if something gets damaged.
Belong specializes in managing residential rental homes, including apartments (condos), single-family homes, and multi-family homes. Whether you currently have residents or your home is vacant, we handle it all seamlessly, ensuring a hassle-free experience for you and your residents.
Say goodbye to the ongoing power struggle between you and your Homeowner. No more drama, no more nightmare stories. Our relationship with you is just as important as our relationship with the Homeowner; no more feeling like a second-class citizen.
Belong is here not just to help you find your dream home, in your dream neighborhood; we are here to get you out of the broken rental system and help foster a connection with the people and places that give your new neighborhood its unique character.
We don’t stop there: alongside our Member Service Team, you can access your Belong account online or in the app at anytime. There, you’ll be able to view rent payments and documents, and request maintenance work. Say goodbye to playing phone tag, missing maintenance requests, and absentee property management.
As long as you’re living in a Belong home (or own one, for that matter), you can take advantage of everything a Belong Membership has to offer. During that time, you’ll accumulate Karma, giving you even greater access and benefits.
Looking to move? Take advantage of early access to listings and instant approvals, without the need for application fees. You’re in!
As a Belong Member, you will only be responsible for your $61.99 application fee which covers the cost of your background and credit check. And don’t worry about paying repeated fees for different homes, this covers you for all home applications for 60 days.
Once you are placed in a Belong Home and are in residence for a year, you will not need to pay for additional applications in the future; Belong has your back.
Right away! You do not need to complete an application before scheduling a tour with a Resident Onboarding Specialist. On the home listing page, you will be able to select your preferred viewing time. You may view the home with us or on your own with our self-tour feature.
Don’t see a date and time that works for you? Speak with a member of our team to find a time that works on your schedule.
In a hurry or don’t want to waste time viewing homes that aren’t a fit? Each of our listings includes a full gallery of high-resolution photos, a virtual 3D-walkthrough, and street-views so you can scope out the surroundings of your potential new home.
Apply on our website, directly on the listing page of your desired home. You will need your bank account credentials or income verification documents, a valid form of ID, contact info for your most recent landlord, and you will need to pay the $61.99 application fee. The application fee covers the cost for you background and credit check.
Interested in applying for multiple homes? Just click apply on each page and you will have the option to use an application you already complete or start a new application. You can apply for an unlimited number of homes only but will need to pay the application fee once (within a 60-day period).