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San Diego Rent Increase Calculator 2026: 8.2% Cap
Calculate the maximum allowable rent increase for San Diego rental properties under AB 1482.
Last updated: August 4, 2026. For informational purposes only.
San Diego 2026 Key Facts
San Diego has no local rent control ordinance. AB 1482 is the only cap that applies.
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San Diego Rent Cap Rules
San Diego does not have a local rent control ordinance. Landlords in the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad metro area are governed exclusively by AB 1482. The current cap is 8.2% (5% + 3.2% regional CPI), one of the higher caps in the state due to San Diego’s above-average CPI.
Despite rapid rent growth in the region, the San Diego City Council has not enacted local rent stabilization. Several proposals have been introduced but none have passed as of 2026. Landlords should continue to monitor city and county policy developments.
San Diego County’s unincorporated areas are also governed solely by AB 1482, with the same 8.2% cap based on the metro-area CPI.
When AB 1482 Applies in San Diego
Since San Diego has no local rent ordinance, all non-exempt residential properties fall under AB 1482. The following are exempt:
- Buildings less than 15 years old — units with certificate of occupancy after 2011 (for 2026)
- Single-family homes and condos — if the owner is not a corporation/REIT/LLC and provides written notice
- Owner-occupied duplexes — where the owner lives in one of the two units
- Affordable housing — units with deed restrictions limiting rent
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum rent increase in San Diego in 2026?
The maximum rent increase in San Diego for 2026 is 8.2%, calculated as 5% plus the 3.2% CPI for the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad metropolitan area. San Diego has no local rent control, so AB 1482 is the only cap.
Does San Diego have rent control?
No. San Diego does not have a local rent control ordinance. The only rent cap that applies is the statewide AB 1482 Tenant Protection Act at 8.2% for 2026. No local rent stabilization measures have been enacted as of 2026.
Why is San Diego’s rent cap higher than other California cities?
San Diego’s 8.2% cap is higher because the regional CPI (3.2%) for the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad metro area is above the statewide average. AB 1482 uses regional CPI data, so areas with higher inflation see higher caps. Additionally, San Diego has no local rent control that would impose a lower limit.
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Our compliance team tracks California rent cap regulations, CPI data, and local ordinances to help landlords stay compliant. Data is verified against BLS publications and municipal records.