https://rentingexplained.com/tags/california/Recent content in California on Renting ExplainedHugoen-usSat, 15 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://rentingexplained.com/blog/california-tenant-rights/Sat, 15 Aug 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://rentingexplained.com/blog/california-tenant-rights/<h1 id="california-tenant-rights-in-2026-the-complete-guide">California Tenant Rights in 2026: The Complete Guide</h1> <blockquote> <p><strong>Quick Answer</strong></p> <p>California caps most security deposits at <strong>one month&rsquo;s rent</strong> (AB 12, since July 2024), limits rent increases on most older housing to <strong>5% + regional CPI, capped at 10%</strong> per year (AB 1482), requires <strong>24 hours&rsquo; written notice</strong> before landlord entry, and gives most tenants in longer tenancies <strong>just-cause eviction protection</strong>. Landlords must return your deposit within <strong>21 days</strong> with photos backing any deduction (AB 2801) — or face penalties up to <strong>twice the deposit</strong>.</p>