Prometheus, a family owned firm based in San Mateo, CA, is the largest private owner of multi-family properties in the San Francisco Bay Area. We specialize in the acquisition, development and long-term management of high quality residential and commercial properties. The firm’s portfolio is comprised of award-winning properties in the best locations throughout the Western United States.

There is a lot to know about the team, approach and projects behind the Prometheus name. We are proud of the culture we have created as a company, the properties in our growing portfolio of more than 20,000 Bay Area, Seattle, Portland and Los Angeles Metropolitan area apartments, as well as the innovation which has characterized our firm since its inception in 1965. The senior management team at Prometheus averages an 18 year tenure, and the firm today has more than 700 employees.

Prometheus has a long history of award-winning approaches to development, management and general excellence. Recognition in 2009 includes five prestigious awards: two National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) awards, one Action for Beauty Award and one Bay Area Green Business Award. For more information, please visit our Web site at www.prometheusreg.com


Prometheus Awards & Recognition

Prometheus has a long history of award-winning approaches to development, renovation and general excellence. We’ve received more than 50 architectural and other design awards, as well as recognition from civic and community organizations. Select awards and recognitions include:

The Best In California Landscapes, 2009
(CLCA TROPHY AWARDS)
The Boulders
Walnut Creek, California

BAY AREA GREEN BUSINESS AWARD, 2009
(PRESENTED BY SAN MATEO COUNTY)
The Atrium
San Mateo, California

ACTION FOR BEAUTY, 2009, OUTSTANDING AWARDS OF MERIT
Mercer
Walnut Creek, California

NAHB PILLARS OF THE INDUSTRY, 2009, FINALIST
(BEST RENTAL APARTMENT COMMUNITY OF THE YEAR - FIVE STORIES OR LESS)
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Emeryville, California

NAHB PILLARS OF THE INDUSTRY, 2009, FINALIST
(BEST RENTAL APARTMENT COMMUNITY OF THE YEAR - FIVE STORIES OR LESS)
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Emeryville, California

MULTI-HOUSING NEWS, ANNUAL DESIGN EXCELLENCE AWARDS, 2008
(BEST LOW RISE)
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Emeryville, California

FOR RENT MAGAZINE, GRAND PRIZE AWARD, 2008
(BEST RATINGS IN CUSTOMER SERVICE AND EXCELLENCE)
128 on State
Kirkland, Washington

PACIFIC COAST BUILDERS CONFERENCE, GOLD NUGGET GRAND AWARD, 2008
(BEST APARTMENT PROJECT, UP TO 3 STORIES)
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Emeryville, California

PACIFIC COAST BUILDERS CONFERENCE, GOLD NUGGET MERIT AWARD, 2008
(BEST ADAPTIVE RE-USE PROJECT)
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Emeryville, California

RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE YEAR, EAST BAY BUSINESS TIMES, 2006
Mercer Condominiums
Walnut Creek, California

GOLD NUGGET MERIT AWARD, PACIFIC COAST BUILDER’S CONFERENCE, 2006
(BEST ATTACHED HOUSING PROJECT, MID-RISE 4-7 STORIES )
Miraval Condominiums
Santa Clara, California

CEL RESIDENT SURVEY - “A LIST” BEST IN INDUSTRY AWARD, 2005
Central Park Apartments
Mountain View, California

BUILDER MAGAZINE, 25TH ANNUAL BUILDERS CHOICE DESIGN AND PLANNING AWARDS, 2005
Murano (formerly Saron Gardens) - Plan 5
Cupertino, California

GOLD NUGGET GRAND AWARD, PACIFIC COAST BUILDERS CONFERENCE, 2005
(BEST FLOOR PLAN)
Murano (formerly Saron Gardens)
Cupertino, California

SAN FRANCISCO BUSINESS TIMES, DEALS OF THE YEAR AWARDS, 2004
(BEST RESIDENTIAL DEAL / SUBURBAN)
Metropolitan Apartments
San Mateo, California

NAHB PILLARS OF THE INDUSTRY, 2003, FINALIST
(BEST LUXURY MULTI-FAMILY DEVELOPMENT)
Miramar Apartments
Foster City, California

GOLD NUGGET GRAND AWARD, PACIFIC COAST BUILDERS CONFERENCE, 2001
(BEST APARTMENT PROJECT - UP TO 4 STORIES)
Park Place South Apartments
Mountain View, California

ARIZONA MULTIHOUSING ASSOCIATION TRIBUTE AWARD, FINALIST, 2001
(BEST PROPERTY BUILT PRIOR TO 1990)
Sunscape Apartments
Scottsdale, Arizona

CALIFORNIA LANDSCAPE CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION STATEWIDE TROPHY AWARD, 1995 and 1997
Park Place Apartments
Mountain View, California

CALIFORNIA LANDSCAPE CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION STATEWIDE TROPHY AWARD, 1997
Alderwood Apartments
Santa Clara, California

CITY OF MOUNTAIN VIEW, MAYOR’S AWARD, 1992 (EXCEPTIONAL MIXED-USE OFFICE AND RESIDENTIAL PROJECT)
Mountain View City Center and Park Place Apartments
Mountain View, California

CASE STUDY, HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF DESIGN (OUTSTANDING INFILL ARCHITECTURE)
Mountain View City Center, Park Place Apartments & Park Place South Apartments
Mountain View, California

GOLD NUGGET GRAND AWARD, PACIFIC COAST BUILDERS CONFERENCE, 1990 (BEST RESIDENTIAL PRODUCT LEVEL SITE PLAN - UNDER 25 ACRES)
Park Place Apartments
Mountain View, California

AWARD OF MERIT FOR DESIGN EXCELLENCE, AIA, 1983
Civic Executive Center
Walnut Creek, California

GRAND GOLD NUGGET AWARD, PACIFIC COAST BUILDERS CONFERENCE & BUILDERS MAGAZINE, 1981
The Waters
Mountain View, California

MAYOR’S AWARD, CITY OF MOUNTAIN VIEW, 1981
Rock Creek Condominiums
Mountain View, California

ENVIRONMENTAL AWARD, SEATTLE KING COUNTY BOARD OF REALTORS, 1981
The Lakes
South Bellevue, Washington