East Bay Property Management Built Around Your Peace of Mind
We handle the tenants, the maintenance, and the compliance so you can collect the income without the headaches — whether you live down the street or across the country.
Owning rental property in Oakland shouldn't feel like a second job
You bought an investment property for the income, not for the 11 PM calls about a broken water heater. Not for chasing rent. Not for keeping up with Oakland's rent control ordinances, which seem to shift every time you turn around.
Maybe you've tried managing it yourself and burned out. Maybe you hired a big management company that treated your property like a number in their system. Either way, you're here because something isn't working.
Small enough to know your property. Experienced enough to protect your investment.
Woodminster Management is a boutique, family-owned firm that's been managing residential rentals across Oakland and the East Bay since 1999. We currently manage roughly 150 to 170 units across Oakland, Berkeley, San Leandro, Alameda, Richmond, and Piedmont.
Our founder, Nicholas Drobocky, is an Oakland native, a licensed California Real Estate Broker, and he's still the person you'll talk to when you call. We built this business around one idea: you should be able to leave the area and not worry about your property.
What we handle so you don't have to
Full-Service Property Management
Day-to-day management of your rental, from tenant communications to compliance monitoring. You get a Propertyware owner portal with real-time financial reports, and your tenants get an online portal for rent payments and service requests.
Tenant Screening & Placement
We vet every applicant with background checks, income verification, and rental history review. The goal is simple: qualified tenants who pay on time and take care of your property.
Maintenance Coordination
Our vendor database includes licensed plumbers, electricians, HVAC techs, and general contractors we've worked with for years. Tenants submit requests through their portal, and we handle it from there.
Rent Collection & Financial Reporting
Tenants pay online through their portal at no extra fee. You receive electronic owner payments and can track every dollar through your own portal. No chasing. No wondering.
Lease Management & Legal Compliance
California landlord-tenant law is complex, and Oakland's local ordinances add another layer. Nick holds 80+ hours of continuing education and stays current on rent control, housing regulations, and Fair Housing requirements.
Property management across Oakland and the East Bay
We know these neighborhoods because we live and work here.
Oakland & the Oakland Hills
From the flats to the hills, Oakland's rental market has its own set of rules. Between the city's rent adjustment program, just cause eviction requirements, and a competitive tenant pool, owners need a manager who tracks the specifics. We've been doing exactly that since 1999.
Montclair
Hillside homes, long-term tenants, and a village feel. These properties require attentive maintenance and careful tenant placement.
Berkeley
Among the strictest rental regulations in the Bay Area. We stay current on rent stabilization rules, security deposit requirements, and local registration obligations.
San Leandro
One of the East Bay's more active rental markets. We manage single-family and multi-unit rentals and understand the local pricing dynamics.
Piedmont, Alameda & Richmond
Our coverage extends across the East Bay. Each city has its own regulatory quirks; we keep track so you don't have to.
Why Oakland property owners choose Woodminster
You talk to the owner, not a call center
Nick Drobocky personally oversees every property in our portfolio. That's the advantage of a boutique firm. You're not routed through layers of staff or an automated phone tree. You call, and someone who actually knows your property picks up.
Local knowledge that takes decades to build
Nick grew up in Oakland. He knows the Oakland Hills, Montclair, Temescal, Rockridge, and every neighborhood in between. That matters when you're pricing a rental, screening a tenant, or figuring out which contractor to call at 7 AM on a Saturday.
Your property stays compliant without you lifting a finger
Oakland rent control. California AB 1482. Just Cause for Eviction. Security deposit rules that changed again in 2024. We track all of it through ongoing professional education and memberships in six industry associations, including EBRHA, CAR, and NAR.
We manage your property and can sell it, too
Woodminster's real estate sales division serves buyers and sellers across the entire Bay Area. If your investment strategy changes, you won't need to find a separate broker. We can evaluate your property for sale, list it, and close, all under one roof.
Real reviews from real tenants and owners
Renting with Woodminster was great. Nick was friendly, knowledgeable & understanding of our needs. You can tell he really takes pride in his work and his company. We would recommend anyone planning to rent in the East Bay to check out Woodminster's rentals.
Woodminster Realty has been managing the property where I rent an apartment for about 18 years. It really makes a difference to have a professional team managing things. Nick and the team are very knowledgeable, and hire good contractors. Using the tenant portal really makes it easy to request service and report any issues.
I'm a new tenant, and so far, everything about my experience with Nick and company has been really great. Very responsive and professional. The property was clean and well maintained when I moved in, and any issue I've had has been handled quickly.
The journey has been real intense and I am grateful for the ending results which I have Nic to thank for those results. He went above and beyond to make things work out right. Can't say enough good things about the service here.
The moment I return there will be no doubt in my mind about resigning a lease with Woodminster Realty. They kept the property in great shape and were always easy to communicate with. Nick is the real deal when it comes to property management.
Our landlords are Woodminster Property Management off Hwy. 13 at the bottom of Joaquin Miller Rd. in Oakland. They are a small family business that has been around since 1999 and have been great to us the past 3 years we have been renting here.
Nick has been managing our Oakland rental for several years now and we couldn't be happier. He's responsive, transparent with the financials, and genuinely cares about keeping the property in good shape. Highly recommend for any East Bay property owner.
What sets Woodminster apart is how personal the service is. Nick actually picks up the phone. After dealing with a corporate management company that never returned calls, this was a complete game changer for us as property owners.
We've been renting through Woodminster for two years now and it's been a great experience. Maintenance requests are handled fast, the property is well maintained, and communication is always clear and professional. Would recommend to anyone.
Found my Oakland Hills apartment through Woodminster and the entire process was smooth. Nick walked me through everything, the lease was straightforward, and move-in was easy. It's clear this team knows Oakland inside and out.
As an out-of-state property owner, having a management company I can trust is everything. Woodminster keeps me informed with the portal and Nick is always just a phone call away. They handle my Berkeley rental like it's their own.
Professional, reliable, and genuinely knowledgeable about Oakland's rental market. Nick helped us navigate rent control rules and find great tenants. After two years with Woodminster, we have zero complaints. This is how property management should work.
BBB A+ rated with 45 years of business history on file • 20+ reviews on Yelp • Recurring themes: responsiveness, professionalism, personal attention
Getting started takes four steps
Request a management quote
Fill out our online form or call (510) 336-0202. Tell us about your property, location, and situation. There's no commitment at this stage.
Property evaluation
We'll assess your property, recommend a rental pricing strategy based on local market data, and outline exactly what management will look like for your specific situation.
Onboarding
We handle lease review, tenant transition (if you already have tenants in place), portal setup for you and your tenants, and vendor coordination. The goal is a clean handoff with zero disruption.
Ongoing management
From here, we run everything. Rent collection, maintenance, tenant communications, compliance monitoring, and monthly financial reporting through your owner portal. You check in when you want. Or don't. That's the whole point.
Answers to common questions about Oakland property management
Can't find what you're looking for? Visit our full FAQ page or contact us directly.
Management fees vary based on property type, unit count, and services needed. Woodminster provides a custom quote after evaluating your specific property. Request a free management quote online or call (510) 336-0202 to get started.
Woodminster manages residential rental properties across the San Francisco East Bay, including Oakland, the Oakland Hills, Montclair, Berkeley, San Leandro, Piedmont, Alameda, and Richmond.
No. Woodminster was built around the idea that property owners should be able to leave the area without worrying about their investment. Our owner portal gives you real-time access to financials and communications from anywhere.
Every applicant goes through background checks, income verification, and rental history review. We're looking for tenants who pay reliably and maintain the property. Our screening process is thorough and fully compliant with Fair Housing laws.
Tenants call (510) 336-0202 and follow the voice prompts to reach our after-hours emergency system. We prioritize essential services: hot water, heat, and operational plumbing. Non-emergency requests go through the tenant portal during business hours.
Find out what hands-off property ownership actually feels like
One conversation. That's all it takes to see if Woodminster is the right fit for your property. We'll evaluate your situation, give you a straight answer on pricing, and show you exactly how we'd manage your investment.
No obligation. No pressure. Just an honest assessment of your property and what professional management would look like.