Apartment security in San Diego
Good tenants leave when the parking lot stops feeling safe. We put a regular officer on the property during the hours that matter and give management a written record of every night.
- $18 to $35 per hour
- A regular officer
- Report every morning
How much does apartment security cost in San Diego?
Apartment security from MT Security costs $18 to $35 per hour for an unarmed officer in San Diego County, or a set monthly price for scheduled patrol visits. Most communities choose evening and overnight coverage. Owners and managers receive a written report after every shift. Call (619) 765-2222.
What managers call us about.
Car break-ins and garage theft
The same lot gets hit every few weeks.
Patrol at irregular times through lots and garages, with lighting and gate problems reported the same night.
Non-residents in common areas
Pool, laundry, stairwells and mail rooms used by people who do not live there.
Polite, firm contact. Trespass warnings documented with descriptions so repeat visitors can be dealt with.
Noise and disputes after hours
Managers getting calls at midnight.
A number tenants can call during coverage hours and an officer who goes to the door.
Unauthorized occupants and vehicles
Lease violations nobody has time to document.
Observations logged with dates, times and photos for your file.
Liability
An incident happens and the owner is asked what reasonable steps were taken.
A dated record of patrols, reports and corrections.
What you get.
A regular officer
Tenants learn the face. The officer learns the property.
Foot and vehicle patrol
Lots, garages, stairwells, laundry, pool, mail area and perimeter.
Access checks
Gates and doors checked every round. Failures photographed and reported.
Tenant call response
During coverage hours. Emergencies go to 911 first.
Shift report every morning
For the manager, the owner or both.
Lease-violation documentation
Facts and photos only. What you do with them is your decision.
Pricing
| Service | Rate | What that covers |
|---|---|---|
| Unarmed officer on site | $18 to $35 | Per hour. Lower with more weekly hours and longer terms. |
| Scheduled patrol visits | From $1,800 | Per month, for smaller properties that do not need a full shift. |
| Armed officer | $28 to $55 | Per hour, when the incident history supports it. |
Common questions
Do you offer patrol visits instead of a full-time guard?
Yes. Smaller properties often start with several documented patrol visits a night and add hours only if the reports show a need.
Can residents call the officer directly?
Yes, during coverage hours, if management wants that. Some properties prefer calls to go through the manager.
Will the officer enforce parking rules?
Yes, according to your rules and California towing law. Every notice is photographed.
How fast can service start?
Usually within 24 to 48 hours of a signed agreement.
Do you work with property management companies?
Yes. We report in the format your office uses and provide insurance certificates and vendor paperwork on request.
More answers
- Is an HOA liable for crime in the community in California?
- What can HOA security guards legally do in California?
- Can an HOA tow cars from private streets and guest parking in California?
- How do we stop car break-ins in our HOA or apartment parking area?
- Does our HOA need a patrol service or a full-time guard?
- What should an HOA security report include?
- How do I check if a security company is licensed in California?
- Can I get a security guard in San Diego today?
Get your quote in writing
No sales call, no pressure. Tell us the property, the hours and the problem. We answer with a fixed price and a start date.
- Written quote, usually within two hours
- Most posts start in 24 to 48 hours. Same-day when it is urgent.
- Month-to-month available. No long lock-in to get started.
- The price we quote is the price you pay
Prefer to talk? (619) 765-2222, any hour.