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Property developers headquartered in California

Tamtam tracks 58 property developers headquartered in California. This list ranks the 50 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Prologis, Irvine Company and KB Home. Their median headcount is 322. Half of them were founded in 1986 or later. The most common headquarters are San Francisco (6), Los Angeles (5) and Irvine (4).

馃嚭馃嚫 California50 companiesUpdated Nov 12, 2026

These California companies are primarily involved in real estate development, investment, and management, with a strong focus on residential properties. The firms range from large, established groups like Prologis, a global leader in logistics real estate, and Irvine Company, which develops sustainable neighborhoods, to companies specializing in personalized homebuilding such as KB Home. Many also manage multifamily housing, like Essex Property Trust and Fairfield Residential.

A notable pattern among these companies is their geographic concentration, with a significant number of headquarters located in Southern California cities like Los Angeles, Newport Beach, and San Diego. Several companies, including CIM Group and Lowe, also engage in broader real estate activities encompassing commercial and infrastructure projects.

#CompanyIndustryHeadquarters EmployeesFounded
1
Prologisprologis.com

Global leader in logistics real estate, driving innovation in building design and sustainability With massive real estate portfolio and investments worldwide

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 San Francisco 3,825 1983
2
Irvine Companyirvinecompany.com

Development of sustainable neighborhoods including housing, jobs, retail, schools, parks, and fostering a collaborative associate environment.

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 Newport Beach 3,650 1864
3
KB Homekbhome.com

Leader in personalized homebuilding, focused on energy efficiency and customer satisfaction, with a commitment to creating exceptional homebuying experiences nationwide

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 Los Angeles 3,332 1957
4
Essex Property Trustessexapartmenthomes.com

A real estate investment trust that acquires, develops, and manages multifamily residential properties in coastal regions, prioritizing innovation, value, and employee well-being

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 San Mateo 1,700 n/a
5
Fairfield Residentialfairfieldresidential.com

A leading multifamily real estate operator and investment manager with expertise in acquisition, development, property management, and creating vibrant communities nationwide

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 San Diego 1,541 1985
6
Tri Pointe Homestripointehomes.com

builds premium homes and communities across 10 states, combining national resources with local expertise and strong community ties

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 Irvine 1,505 2009
7
Brookfield Residentialbrookfieldresidential.com

Leading land developer and homebuilder in North America, focusing on creating exceptional master-planned communities and well-designed properties for customers and employees

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 Costa Mesa 1,114 1956
8
CONAM Management Corporationconam.com

Established in 1975, this San Diego-based firm specializes in managing, investing in, developing, and rehabilitating multifamily housing properties nationwide

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 San Diego 1,108 1975
9
CIM Groupcimgroup.com

Real estate and infrastructure owner, developer, lender, and operator focused on creating value in real assets to benefit communities

Financial Services 馃嚭馃嚫 Los Angeles 1,098 1994
10
The John Stewart Companyjsco.net

This company offers a full spectrum of housing services including property management, construction management, financing, development, and long-term property management in California

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 San Francisco 873 1977
11
Sares Regis Groupsares-regis.com

Real estate development, investment, and management firm specializing in residential and commercial properties in the western US, focusing on enhancing living and working environments

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 Newport Beach 788 1993
12
Lowelowe-re.com

A national real estate company with expertise in commercial, hospitality, and residential properties, offering investment, development, and management services

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 Los Angeles 680 n/a
13
MidPen Housing Corporationmidpen-housing.org

Developing and managing affordable housing for low-income families, seniors, and individuals with special needs, offering onsite programs for resident advancement

Non-profit Organizations 馃嚭馃嚫 Foster City 577 1970
14
Ryland Homes (now CalAtlantic Homes- Please see updates below)lennar.com

A leading homebuilder and mortgage-finance company with a strong national reputation, having built over 315,000 homes and provided mortgage financing services

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 Westlake Village 540 1967
15
EAH Housingeahhousing.org

A nonprofit organization providing affordable housing to over 25,000 individuals, including families, seniors, students, and those with disabilities, across CA and Hawai'i

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 San Rafael 536 1968
16
Prometheus Real Estate Groupprometheusapartments.com

A real estate company with over 13,000 apartments in the San Francisco Bay Area, Silicon Valley, Portland, and Seattle regions, focusing on quality and sustainability

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 San Mateo 511 1965
17
The Lewis Group of Companieslewisgroupofcompanies.com

A real estate development firm specializing in mixed-use communities, residential subdivisions in California and Nevada, as well as rental properties and commercial buildings

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 Upland 505 1955
18
Kennedy Wilsonkennedywilson.com

owns, operates, and invests in real estate, multifamily, office, industrial, debt investments across Western US, UK, and Ireland.

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 Beverly Hills 480 1977
19
Pacifica Companiespacificacompanies.com

Privately held real estate developer and investor with diverse portfolio including hotels, retail, residential, and industrial properties across multiple countries.

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 San Diego 471 1978
20
Eden Housing, Inc.edenhousing.org

A non-profit organization with 55 years of experience providing safe, affordable housing in California, focusing on environmental sustainability and housing policy advocacy

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 Hayward 465 1968
21
Legacy Partnerslegacypartners.com

A privately held real estate firm specializing in owning, developing, and managing multifamily communities with a focus on integrity, professionalism, and innovation

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 Foster City 458 1968
22
CCIccinvest.com

A full-service real estate organization specializing in acquiring, managing, and developing affordable housing properties across 34 states, with a focus on employee growth and development

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 Westlake Village 425 1995
23
Kilroy Realty Corporationkilroyrealty.com

A leading US landlord and developer with a focus on office, life science, and residential properties, known for sustainability and innovation

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 Los Angeles 365 n/a
24
Carusocaruso.com

A leading real estate developer specializing in retail complexes known for innovation, success, architectural excellence, community service, and unique guest experiences

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 Los Angeles 361 1987
25
William Lyon Homeslyonhomes.com

A reputable homebuilding company with a legacy of pride and integrity, providing high quality homes and exceptional customer service since 1956

Construction 馃嚭馃嚫 Newport Beach 322 n/a

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Trumark Homestrumarkhomes.com

A diversified real estate developer and builder specializing in land acquisition, homebuilding, community design, and commercial and residential development in urban neighborhoods

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 San Ramon 320 1988
27
BRIDGE Housing Corporationbridgehousing.com

A nonprofit developer creating high-quality affordable homes for working families and seniors, with over 16,000 homes built since 1983

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 San Francisco 317 1983
28
Steadfast Companiessteadfastcompanies.com

A real estate investment management company with $1 billion portfolio and 25+ years experience in acquiring, developing, and managing properties responsibly

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 Irvine 314 1994
29
Carmel Partnerscarmelpartners.com

Specialist in real estate investment management, expertise in investment, development, and construction of luxury multi-family real estate, seeking superior risk-adjusted returns.

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 San Francisco 311 1996
30
H.G. Fenton Companyhgfenton.com

A family-owned real estate company in San Diego focused on providing quality working and living experiences through responsible development and management practices

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 San Diego 274 1906
31
DivcoWestdivcowest.com

A vertically integrated real estate investment firm focusing on creating inspiring environments for innovation and growth across various commercial real estate sectors

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 San Francisco 245 1993
32
TRI Pointe HomesTriPointeHomes.com

A homebuilding company founded in 2009, focused on innovative and thoughtful design to create smarter homes that inspire better lives

Construction 馃嚭馃嚫 Irvine 236 2009
33
Samarasamara.com

Innovative company building homes in the Bay Area to improve lives and inspire people to dream bigger for a brighter future

Construction 馃嚭馃嚫 Redwood City 208 n/a
34
Palisocietypalisociety.com

Fully integrated real estate development and hospitality company specializing in unique hotels and residences, with a focus on personalized service and innovative experiences

Hospitality 馃嚭馃嚫 Venice 159 n/a
35
First Pointe Management Groupfirstpointemanagementgroup.com

Real estate company in California and Western US specializing in acquisition, development, redevelopment, and asset management with a focus on long-term growth and innovation

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 Calabasas 133 n/a
36
Red Mountain Group | Commercial Real Estate Developmentredmountaingroupinc.com

A leader in retail redevelopment, specializing in acquiring, rehabilitating, and managing shopping centers nationwide with over $1 billion in current value

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 Santa Ana 80 1991
37
Watt Companieswattcompanies.com

A real estate company providing diverse services including commercial development, asset management, and homebuilding with a focus on integrity and innovation

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 Santa Monica 77 n/a
38
Kairos Investment Management Companykimc.com

A privately owned real estate investment and asset management company focusing on commercial development, distressed assets, and debt opportunities across various markets

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 Irvine 68 2006
39
PE Management Group, Inc.pemginc.com

Real estate and asset management group offering investment, development, leasing, construction, property, and business management services with a commitment to high-quality and ethical practices

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 Rancho Santa Fe 50 n/a
40
The Kor Groupthekorgroup.com

An international real estate investment and management company with a $3 billion portfolio, focusing on value creation through distinctive design and branding

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 Venice 50 1999
41
Cherng Family Trustcherngfamilytrust.com

A multi-generational family office and investment firm focusing on direct private equity, fund investments, real estate portfolio management, and charitable efforts

Investment Management 馃嚭馃嚫 Pasadena 44 2001
42
Embarcadero Capital Partnersembarcaderocapitalpartners.com

A private real estate investment, management, and development firm focusing on dynamic US markets with intellectual capital and creative business cultures

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 Belmont 42 2002
43
Terramar Retail Centers, LLC, DBA TRCtrcretail.com

Privately held retail real estate operating company owning, developing, and operating shopping centers focused on comprehensive, high quality daily shopping, dining, and entertainment experiences.

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 Newport Beach 40 n/a
44
United Growthunitedgrowth.com

A company specializing in developing top-notch retail centers nationwide, building strong relationships with tenants and brokers to secure prime locations

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 San Rafael 31 1986
45
Etco Homes, Inc.etcohomes.com

Luxury home developer with a focus on quality customer care, visionary site selection, innovative products, and creating distinct developments

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 Beverly Hills 30 1988
46
Geolo Capitalgeolo.com

A private equity investment firm specializing in creating, investing, and building diversified consumer-focused companies, with a focus on real estate development and hospitality

Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals 馃嚭馃嚫 San Francisco 24 n/a
47
Westminster Capital, Incwestminstercapital.com

A private investment and management firm with expertise in real estate, finance, and private equity investments, focusing on income-producing properties, financing, residential development, and strategic partnerships

Investment Management 馃嚭馃嚫 Pacific Palisades 18 1959
48
Browman Development Companybrowmandevelopment.com

Develops, leases, and manages shopping and entertainment centers for long-term investment, building high-quality retail spaces filling market needs and serving communities.

Leasing Non-residential Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 Walnut Creek 18 1989
49
Real Estate Investment Agencyteamdonnajean.com

A full-service real estate company in Southern California, specializing in residential and commercial transactions with over 25 years of combined experience

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 Los Alamitos 15 2002
50
Terramar Retail Centers, LLCtrcretail.com

A privately-held shopping center operator and developer based in Carlsbad, CA, focused on neighborhood and community shopping centers in the Western US

Real Estate 馃嚭馃嚫 Carlsbad 14 n/a

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Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.

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