Owning rental property in Burlingame is a significant investment — and managing it well requires local expertise, regulatory knowledge, and hands-on operational capability. The Balakrishnan Group provides full-service property management for Burlingame property owners, backed by 45 years of combined real estate experience and over $205 million in assets under management across Silicon Valley.
Burlingame sits in San Mateo County with a population of 31,000. Current median rents are approximately $3,100 for a one-bedroom and $3,800 for a two-bedroom, with the median home price at $2.6M. Burlingame has a charming mix of pre-war homes, mid-century apartments along El Camino Real, and newer condos near the downtown corridor.
Major Demand Drivers: Walkable downtown Burlingame Avenue, proximity to SFO and the Millbrae BART/Caltrain hub, strong school district, and appeal to airline industry professionals.
Key Neighborhoods: Downtown Burlingame, Easton Addition, Ray Park, Burlingame Hills, Burlingame Village, and the Broadway commercial corridor.
Burlingame has no local rent control and is subject to California AB 1482 (Tenant Protection Act). AB 1482 requires just-cause eviction for tenants who have occupied a unit for 12 months and caps annual rent increases.
California Civil Code sections 1941–1942.5 establish habitability standards, security deposit limits (currently two months' rent for unfurnished units under AB 12, effective July 2024), and anti-retaliation protections that apply to all rental properties statewide.
Burlingame's proximity to SFO creates a unique tenant segment — airline professionals (pilots, flight attendants, and operations staff) who need housing near the airport. This is a stable, often recession-resistant tenant pool. Broadway and Burlingame Avenue commercial areas also drive lifestyle appeal and faster lease-up.
Tenant Placement & Screening: We market your property across MLS, Zillow, Apartments.com, and our proprietary network with comprehensive applicant screening.
Rent Collection & Financial Reporting: Automated rent collection, direct deposit, and monthly financial statements with full transparency.
Maintenance & Vendor Coordination: Licensed, insured contractors for routine repairs and emergency maintenance with regular property inspections.
Regulatory Compliance: We ensure your property meets all local, county, and state requirements — from rent increase notices to habitability standards.
Lease Administration: Professionally drafted California and Burlingame-specific lease agreements with renewal management and documentation.