California rent increase calculator
AB 1482 caps most annual rent increases at 5% plus the local CPI, up to a hard ceiling of 10%. Enter your numbers below.
Things that change the answer
- AB 1482 doesn't apply to every unit — properties built within the last 15 years (a rolling exemption) are excluded.
- Certain single-family homes and condos are exempt when the landlord gives the required exemption notice to the tenant.
- Local rent-control ordinances that are stricter than AB 1482 still apply — your city's cap wins if it's lower.
For the full rent increase rules and notice requirements, see the California rent increase law guide on Veluna Rent.
Frequently asked questions
- How much can rent increase under AB 1482?
- The lesser of 10%, or 5% plus the local CPI, within any 12-month period, for covered units.
- Does AB 1482 apply to all rental units?
- No — exemptions include properties built within the last 15 years and certain single-family homes/condos with proper notice.
- What if my city has rent control?
- A stricter local ordinance still applies; the lower cap controls.