How to Screen Tenants in San Diego, CA…
Screening prospective residents in San Diego is quick and simple with RealSerious.com. Provide your applicant’s name and email, and we’ll take care of the rest—verifying their identity, obtaining consent, and delivering a comprehensive credit report along with a multi-state criminal background check.
No monthly fees – pay as you go.
San Diego Tenant Screening Services You Can Count On
RealSerious.com understands the dynamic rental market in San Diego, from beachside properties in La Jolla to urban apartments in Downtown and family homes in North Park. Our tenant screening services provide landlords with the insights needed to make well-informed decisions and select tenants who are more likely to honor their lease agreements.
Screen Applicants Across San Diego Communities
San Diego’s neighborhoods each bring unique characteristics to the rental market. Whether you’re leasing a property near the Pacific or managing apartments in vibrant city areas, RealSerious.com helps landlords across San Diego find tenants with greater potential for responsible renting.
Featured San Diego Neighborhoods and Surrounding Areas:
Downtown San Diego: Ideal for tenants looking for proximity to business centers, nightlife, and cultural landmarks like Balboa Park.
La Jolla: Known for its luxury homes, scenic coastline, and a thriving community of professionals and retirees.
North Park: A trendy neighborhood popular with young professionals and families, offering an eclectic mix of housing options.
Pacific Beach: Perfect for tenants seeking a laid-back, beach-centric lifestyle with easy access to outdoor activities.
Clairemont: A family-friendly area with affordable housing options, attracting long-term renters.
Mission Valley: A hub for shopping and dining, offering modern apartments and convenient access to public transportation.
What’s Included in a San Diego Tenant Screening?
Our standard service provides essential applicant details, from credit and payment history to criminal backgrounds. These reports are designed to help landlords safeguard their properties and improve the likelihood of choosing reliable tenants. Reports include the following details, where available:
• Credit Score & Factors (ResidentScore®)
• Reported Addresses & Employment
• Credit Card & Loan Payments
• Ch 7 & 13 Bankruptcy Remarks
• Returned Check Collection Accts
• Unpaid Utility & Landlord Collections
• Foreclosures & Repossessions
• Multi-State Criminal Records*
• National Sex Offender Registry
• Global Sanctions
See a sample report.
Turnaround Times: Most results are delivered within seconds of identity verification. Some results may take longer (up to 1–2 days) depending on common names, potential record matches, or local jurisdiction reporting delays.
*DISCLAIMER: No tenant criminal background check is 100% complete. Coverage for our standard tenant screening report may vary due to (1) jurisdictions limiting what records are eligible to return and (2) TransUnion and/or its partners limiting records that do not meet their data quality standards. Learn more about tenant criminal records.
San Diego Tenant Screening FAQs
If you have additional questions, contact us. Please note: We cannot provide legal advice. For specific California landlord-tenant law inquiries, consult a local attorney or legal expert.
Why is tenant screening important for landlords in San Diego?
With a diverse rental market ranging from luxury apartments to family homes, screening helps San Diego landlords choose tenants with a greater likelihood of respecting lease terms and maintaining the property responsibly.
Can San Diego landlords include criminal background checks in tenant screenings?
Yes, but California’s “Fair Chance Act” sets limits on when and how landlords can use criminal records in tenant screening. For more information, visit the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing at https://www.dfeh.ca.gov..
San Diego Landlord Resources
Here are valuable resources to support landlords with legal guidance, housing laws, and other rental management needs. For statewide resources, visit California tenant screening.
California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH)
Offers guidance on fair housing laws, including the proper use of criminal background information.
San Diego Superior Court – Eviction Help
https://www.sdcourt.ca.gov/sdcourt/civil2/landlordtenant
Provides resources and forms for eviction cases and landlord-tenant disputes in San Diego.
Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS®
Supports landlords with training, networking, and property management resources tailored to San Diego.
City of San Diego – Code Enforcement Division
https://www.sandiego.gov/development-services/code-enforcement
Ensures rental properties comply with local housing codes and ordinances.
California Bar Association – Lawyer Referral Service
https://www.calbar.ca.gov/Public/Need-Legal-Help
Connects landlords with attorneys specializing in landlord-tenant law across California.