Business Details
Your Trusted Property Management Partner in Pacific Grove, CA
Gorman Real Estate Management has been a trusted name in property management and real estate sales on the Monterey Peninsula for over 30 years. Our team combines deep industry knowledge with a commitment to exceptional service, ensuring both property owners and tenants receive personalized attention. We specialize in long-term rentals, rigorous tenant screening, and comprehensive property maintenance. Our expertise extends to marketing properties through targeted digital strategies and major real estate platforms. We maintain transparent communication through detailed rental agreements and regular property inspections.Our staff handles all aspects of property management, from emergency repairs to monthly financial reporting. With a focus on balancing tenant privacy and owner oversight, we document all property conditions and interactions thoroughly. Our legacy of excellence continues under the Bluhm family, who acquired the company in 2022 while preserving its founding principles. We serve Pacific Grove, Monterey, Carmel, and Pebble Beach, maintaining a reputation for professionalism and reliability. Our affiliations with leading real estate organizations underscore our industry leadership and dedication to ethical standards.
Services
Property Management
Tenant Screening
Rental Agreements
Property Inspections
Monthly Statements
Marketing Services
Maintenance Coordination
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of property management expertise on the Monterey Peninsula
- Our rigorous tenant screening process minimizes risks for property owners
- We provide transparent communication through detailed rental agreements and inspections
- Our skilled staff handles emergency repairs and maintenance promptly
- We market properties through major platforms like Zillow and Facebook
What people say
Great Renting Experience
Quick to respond
Best property manager
Modern appliances
Proactive maintenance
Services
Property Management
We provide comprehensive property management services for residential properties across the Monterey Peninsula. Our team handles tenant relations, maintenance coordination, and financial reporting while maintaining strict documentation standards. With over 30 years of local market experience, we balance tenant privacy with owner oversight through regular property inspections and digital reporting systems. Our approach ensures long-term property value preservation while meeting both owner and tenant needs.
Tenant Screening
Our rigorous tenant screening process includes credit checks, eviction history reports, and criminal background investigations. We verify income sources and contact previous landlords to ensure quality tenant placement. This thorough approach minimizes risks for property owners while maintaining fair housing practices. Our screening criteria have been refined over 30 years of local market experience to identify reliable long-term tenants.
Property Inspections
We conduct both drive-by and scheduled interior property inspections to maintain property standards. Digital documentation records property condition at move-in and throughout tenancy. Our inspection reports identify maintenance needs while respecting tenant privacy rights. This proactive approach helps prevent disputes during move-out and ensures timely property maintenance.
Rental Marketing
Our marketing strategy combines professional photography with multi-platform listings on Zillow, Facebook, and military housing resources. We optimize property visibility through search engine-friendly website design and targeted advertising. This comprehensive approach ensures maximum exposure to qualified renters while maintaining property owner anonymity when requested.
Financial Reporting
We provide detailed monthly financial reports showing all income and expenses for managed properties. Our statements include year-to-date summaries and payment processing for specified expenses. The reporting system maintains transparency while protecting sensitive financial information. Owners receive timely, accurate accounting to support informed property investment decisions.
People
William C. Bluhm
Licensed Real Estate Broker
William C. Bluhm has over 30 years of real estate experience, selling 500+ homes and achieving a 98% closing rate across 4,000+ transactions. As a recognized industry leader, he mentors professionals while maintaining active involvement in property management operations.
Steve Gorman
Founder
Steve Gorman built Gorman Real Estate Management into a respected property management company through his commitment to quality service and local market expertise. His legacy continues under the Bluhm family's stewardship while maintaining original standards of excellence.
Questions
What property management services do you offer?
We provide full-service property management including tenant screening, lease agreements, property inspections, maintenance coordination, and monthly financial reporting for residential properties.
How does your tenant screening process work?
Our screening includes credit checks, eviction history reports, criminal background checks, income verification, and landlord references to ensure qualified, long-term tenants.
Which areas do you serve?
We specialize in property management for Pacific Grove, Monterey, Carmel, and Pebble Beach areas of the Monterey Peninsula.
How are emergency repairs handled?
Emergency plumbing issues are directed to A&R Plumbing while electrical emergencies contact PG&E. Non-urgent repairs follow standard response protocols.
Can I view available rental properties online?
Current rental listings appear on our website with photos and details. We update availability regularly and recommend following our Facebook page for new listings.
Reviews (5)
Jaymie Lee Moore-Wilson
Oct 29, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
My husband and I have been renting through Gorman for a year. It has been the best rental experience we have EVER had. They are quick to respond, caring and attentive. We cant recommend them enough!
My husband and I have been renting through Gorman for a year. It has been the best rental experience we have EVER had. They are quick to respond, caring and attentive. We cant recommend them enough!
Allison Smith
Jul 31, 2021
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Ive rented several homes from Gorman Real Estate and they are one of the best in the business. The homes they manage are extremely well-maintained, clean, and in good working order. They are fast to respond to email, phone calls, and service requests. I cant recommend them enough. Steve and the office staff are all wonderful to work with.
Sandra Dobbratz
Jul 22, 2021
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I've had the pleasure of being a tenant with Gorman Property Management for 10 years, and I'm overdue in expressing my gratitude, for the quick and efficient way Steve and his friendly staff respond to my requests for maintenance and repairs. The service providers are always considerate and skillful in resolving the issues that arise. I feel blessed to have landed in one of their rental properties.
Sandra Dobbratz
Sandra Dobbratz
David Brock
Feb 03, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
We really appreciate the respect, care and professionalism that Gorman's office and staff treated us with during our rental stay. Highly recommend!
We really appreciate the respect, care and professionalism that Gorman's office and staff treated us with during our rental stay. Highly recommend!
Patricia Grooms
Jan 18, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Working with Gorman Property Management is a wonderful experience. They are professional, courteous and kind! I highly recommend them!
Working with Gorman Property Management is a wonderful experience. They are professional, courteous and kind! I highly recommend them!
