Rent
How much can my landlord raise rent in California?
For most covered units, no more than 5% plus the local CPI, with a hard maximum of 10% per year, under AB 1482. Stricter local rent control (Los Angeles, San Francisco, Oakland) can set a lower cap. Buildings under 15 years old and most single-family homes are exempt.
By the LeasePlain Editorial Team · Checked against Ontario's Residential Tenancies Act per our editorial standards·Last reviewed August 2026
AB 1482 (the Tenant Protection Act of 2019) caps annual increases statewide and limits them to one increase in 12 months. The cap is 5% plus the regional CPI, never exceeding 10% total.
If your unit is exempt from AB 1482 — a newer building or a single-family home not owned by a corporation — a local rent-control ordinance may still apply, so check your city's rules.