A dense, high-demand rental market known for a mix of historic multifamily buildings and newer development, subject to both California state law and additional local rent and eviction ordinances.
San Francisco landlords are governed by California state law; some cities also add local ordinances beyond the state baseline. The summary below is California state law — a general starting point, not legal advice — and doesn't capture any San Francisco-specific ordinances. Verify current rules, including any local ordinances, with an attorney before relying on this for an actual tenancy.
Full California details, including required disclosures and sources: California landlord-tenant laws →
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