Dowling Properties - Davis, California

Harley M.

ZERO STARS is my true rating for Dowling Properties. Just like most property management companies in Davis, Dowling is run by a bunch of con artists and cheapskates. Where do I begin?

They tried to charge us $25/month on their online portal than our lease stated. When we pointed it out, they took no accountability.

They have contracts with “vendors” aka their friends’ and families’ companies to do unnecessary yard work and construction every week. Love those 7am lawn mowers right outside my window!

They refuse to make even the bare minimum repairs to keep our house safe and structurally sound. The house is 60 years old, and it shows.

I have bonked my head so hard on the old AC unit they left in the window that I had to go to the ER. I have slashed my arm open several times on wood board with nails that are hanging off of the totally janky fence.

If you ask for any repairs, expect an attitude. They treat you like you’re an inconvenience to them rather than their source of income. Complete scum bags!

Brad S.

I have rented an apartment from Dowling for the last two years and recently moved out. They were friendly, helpful, and their repair person always responded to things quickly. I'm not usually one to have positive feelings towards landlords/property management companies, but this one seemed to earnestly aim to treat us well. An example - The washer or dryer broke 2-3 times while we lived there (as expected. Those machines served 4 units with lots of students in each.), and each time they were fixed or replaced quickly, often the day after we notified them. We will be getting our deposit back soon, and my interactions with them so far have led me to believe they won't be taking advantage of us in what we get back. The primary people with have interacted with at Dowling are Eric Ferch for most communication and Kelly for maintenance.

Summer C.

I'm a renter in a house through Dowling currently and so far have had only positive experiences with them. They are always really quick with responding to us through phone and email. They always are very helpful with maintenance issues as well. Everyone I've interacted with at the office in person or over the phone has been very personable and helpful. Would definitely recommend them as one of the better property managements in Davis.

Andrew R.

I was disappointed in my experience as a renter with Dowling Properties. Renting directly from the property owner was great. However, once Dowling Properties entered the picture, it all went to hell.

The cost of rent went up dramatically in order to pay Dowling Properties' fees, yet I received no benefit from them whatsoever. All of their correspondence with me was unprofessional and lacking attention to detail. They told me my rent was overdue when in fact it had already been paid on time and sent me an email intended for my next door neighbor. The email chain included the email addresses of all the tenants with late payments.

After I had the unit thoroughly cleaned, they charged me extensively for cleaning fees and carpet shampooing after I moved out. Note that the carpets were stained and smelled of urine when I originally moved in and the place was not clean at that time. I brought it up to a cleaner standard than it was initially. They took nearly all of my deposit. After I've lived there for multiple years with normal wear and tear, they charged me for painting and other basic expenses. I maintained the property, always paid my rent on time and they tried to nickel and dime me for things that should be paid for by the property owner. I cannot believe they won't replace the carpets when they were old and dirty when I originally moved in.

Reese M.

Solid experience with them over the past 2 years. Eric has been awesome to work with, has been our main point of contact to fix anything needed, always is there the same day!

Arielle K.

have had a great experience with Dowling Properties. Super friendly service!

Abdullah A. T.

I would give a zero if I can. Terrible people, scam me and my college mates. The floor literally split open because of their poor maintenance and they didn't do anything. "Lost" our records to not give back the deposit. Trash company. Also rat infestation everywhere!

diego G.

Personal feeling about Dan Dowling and his disgusting character aside, my 2 year lease with this company is the most regretable discision of my college career. 2 years of sewage leakage, terrible maintance of property, and abusive and sexist remarks from Dan directed to my house mates encompasses my experience with Dowling Properties. Do not recommend signing a lease with office.