
San Diego rental law
As of Oct 6, 2026. Not legal advice.
Raise rent in San Diego
Up to 5% + inflation, max 10% (most older rentals)
Earliest start: Dec 1, 2026. Give 30 days' written notice, so the tenant has it by Nov 1, 2026.
The limit counts all raises in any 12 months together.
Rules for every lease in San Diego
The next 12 months
Nothing scheduled to change here before Oct 6, 2027.
California state law
State law applies here too. Where both cover a rental, the stricter city rule usually wins; each rule's page says so.
Help with your situation
They can look at your situation. We only explain the law.
- San Diego Housing Commission: tenant protectionsCity rent office
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