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Santa Monica Rent Increase Limits 2026

Rent control rules and regulations for Santa Monica, California.

Published Regimes

This jurisdiction has multiple published rule sets. The applicable limit depends on the property details that match each regime.

Default / universal coverage
Priority 1 · Default fallback regime
Maximum increase
Varies
Formula
Contact local rent board for details
Notice period
Not specified
Effective period
May 8, 2026

Current Rent Increase Limit

Maximum Annual Increase
Varies
Contact local rent board for details
Effective Period
Ongoing

Exemption Rules

Building Age Cutoff

Contact the local rent board for details.

Property Type Exemptions

Single-family homesNot specified
CondominiumsNot specified

Notice & Compliance Requirements

Notice Period

California law requires at least 30 days notice for increases of 10% or less, and 90 days for increases greater than 10%.

Registration

Registration requiredNot specified
Just Cause Eviction
Not specified
Relocation Assistance
Not specified
Rent Banking
Not specified

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Official Sources

All data on this page is sourced from official government websites. RentRight verifies each value against the original source document.

Santa Monica 2025 General Adjustment Rate
https://www.santamonica.gov/maximum-lawful-rent
Santa Monica Housing Protection Page
https://www.santamonica.gov/topic-explainers/housing-protection
Santa Monica Registering Ownership Tenancies and Amenities
https://www.santamonica.gov/registering-ownership-tenancies-and-amenities
Santa Monica - Rent Control Charter Amendment & Regulations
https://www.santamonica.gov/rent-control-charter-amendment-regulations
Santa Monica Rent Control - Maximum Lawful Rent
https://www.santamonica.gov/maximum-lawful-rent
Santa Monica Rent Control Petitions
https://www.santamonica.gov/rent-control-petitions

Related Jurisdictions

Parent Jurisdictions

Santa Monica is located within Los Angeles County > California. Properties may be subject to rules from parent jurisdictions where local ordinances don't cover a specific area.

Nearby Jurisdictions

PasadenaLos AngelesBeverly HillsWest Hollywood

Legal Disclaimer

This page provides general information about rent control in Santa Monica. Rent control regulations are complex, vary by property, and change periodically. This information does not constitute legal advice. Always verify requirements with your local rent board and consult with a qualified attorney before making rental decisions.

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