Does San Bernardino CA have local rent control in 2026?

No. San Bernardino does not have a local rent control or rent stabilization ordinance for apartments in 2026. The city's historical rent-related regulations have not included a citywide apartment rent cap. The only applicable cap for most apartment units is California AB 1482 (Civil Code §1947.12), which sets a statewide ceiling of 5% plus local CPI (capped at 10%) — approximately 7.8% for Inland Empire units in 2026. San Bernardino does have a Mobile Home Rent Review Ordinance for mobile home park spaces, but this does not apply to apartments or standard residential rental units. Landlords of apartments 15 years or older must comply with AB 1482; landlords of newer buildings, single-family homes, or condominiums with proper exemption notice have more flexibility but still must comply with California's AB 1482 just-cause eviction requirement after 12 months of tenancy.

What are the just-cause eviction rules for San Bernardino CA?

California AB 1482 (Civil Code §1946.2) requires just-cause for eviction after a tenant has continuously and lawfully occupied a covered unit for 12 months. For San Bernardino units covered by AB 1482, a landlord may not terminate a tenancy after 12 months without a qualifying 'at-fault' or 'no-fault' just cause. At-fault just causes include: nonpayment of rent, breach of a material lease term, nuisance, criminal activity, refusal to execute a comparable new lease, and similar tenant-caused grounds. No-fault just causes include: owner or qualified family member move-in (limited circumstances), substantial remodel requiring the unit to be vacated for 30+ consecutive days, withdrawal of the unit from the rental market under Ellis Act, and government order to vacate. For no-fault just cause, the landlord must provide: (1) at least 90 days advance written notice; and (2) one month's rent in relocation assistance (except for owner move-in, where it is waived if the landlord has provided timely notice). San Bernardino County Superior Court (303 W 3rd St, San Bernardino) applies these requirements in all UD proceedings involving covered units.

What are California security deposit rules for San Bernardino landlords?

California SB 267 (Civil Code §1950.5, as amended effective July 1, 2024) caps the security deposit for most residential rentals in San Bernardino at one month's rent — regardless of furnished or unfurnished status. Prior to SB 267, the cap was two months for unfurnished units and three months for furnished. Under the new one-month cap, a landlord who charges more than one month's rent as a deposit is in violation. Exceptions: small landlords (individual owner of no more than two residential rental properties totaling no more than four dwelling units) may still charge up to two months' rent for unfurnished units. The deposit must be returned within 21 days after the tenant surrenders possession, accompanied by an itemized written statement of any deductions. Deductions are limited to: (1) unpaid rent; (2) cleaning costs to restore the unit to its move-in condition; (3) repair of damages beyond normal wear and tear; (4) future defaults under the lease for early termination. A landlord who fails to return the deposit within 21 days with proper accounting is liable for the full deposit amount plus statutory damages up to twice the deposit amount, plus attorney fees, under Civil Code §1950.5(l).

How does the eviction process work in San Bernardino CA?

Evictions in San Bernardino proceed under California's unlawful detainer (UD) statutes (CCP §1161–§1179). Step 1: Serve proper notice. For nonpayment of rent, serve a 3-day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit (CCP §1161(2)). For lease violations, serve a 3-day Notice to Cure or Quit (§1161(3)). For no-fault just cause (e.g., owner move-in, substantial remodel), serve a 90-day Notice to Quit with relocation assistance per AB 1482. Step 2: File UD complaint. After the notice period expires without compliance, file a UD complaint at the San Bernardino Justice Center (Civil Division), 303 W 3rd St, San Bernardino CA 92415. This courthouse handles unlawful detainer cases for San Bernardino city addresses. Filing fee: approximately $240–$435 depending on the amount in controversy. Step 3: Serve summons. The tenant must be served within 60 days. After service, the tenant has 5 business days to file a written response (answer). Step 4: Hearing/trial. If the tenant responds, the case is set for trial (typically 10–20 days after the response is filed). If the tenant fails to respond, the landlord requests a default judgment. Step 5: Writ of Possession. After a judgment for possession, the landlord requests a Writ of Possession from the court. The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department executes the lockout, typically within 5–10 business days of writ issuance. Uncontested total timeline: approximately 4–6 weeks from notice service.

What major employers drive rental demand in San Bernardino CA?

San Bernardino's rental demand is anchored by several large institutional and logistics employers. The County of San Bernardino is one of the region's largest employers with approximately 18,000 total countywide employees across departments including courts, public health, social services, and administration — with a heavy concentration in San Bernardino city. California State University San Bernardino (CSUSB; 5500 University Pkwy) enrolls approximately 19,000–20,000 students and employs roughly 3,000 faculty and staff, making it a significant driver of both student and professional rental demand near the University Parkway corridor. Amazon has major fulfillment and logistics operations in the South San Bernardino industrial district (S Tippecanoe Ave area), employing thousands of warehouse and logistics workers. BNSF Railway operates the San Bernardino Intermodal Container Transfer Facility, one of the largest inland rail ports in the western United States, with significant workforce employment. Dignity Health St. Bernardine Medical Center (2101 N Waterman Ave; 334 beds) employs approximately 2,200 healthcare workers. San Bernardino Unified School District, one of California's largest, employs more than 5,000 teachers and staff. San Bernardino International Airport (former Norton AFB) hosts cargo and commercial operations with growing employment. These institutions create diverse tenant profiles from student renters near CSUSB to healthcare workers and logistics operators across the city.

What are 2026 rental prices by neighborhood in San Bernardino CA?

San Bernardino is one of California's most affordable rental markets, reflecting its lower median household income (~$50,000) and distance from coastal job centers. 2026 approximate rents by area: University District / CSUSB corridor (University Pkwy and 40th St area): 1BR $1,300–$1,700; 2BR $1,600–$2,100; older 1960s–1980s apartment stock; high student demand during academic year; some newer complexes approaching campus. Downtown San Bernardino (4th St, Court St, E St areas): 1BR $1,100–$1,600; 2BR $1,400–$1,900; affordable but higher vacancy historically; some redevelopment activity near the Transit Center. Del Rosa / Highland Ave corridor (northeast SB): 1BR $1,400–$1,900; 2BR $1,700–$2,300; more desirable residential area; single-family rentals; closer to Redlands and Loma Linda. North San Bernardino / Cajon Pass area: 1BR $1,300–$1,700; 2BR $1,600–$2,200; working-class residential; I-215 freeway access. South SB / Inland Center Mall area: 1BR $1,200–$1,700; 2BR $1,500–$2,100; mixed commercial-residential; near Amazon logistics corridor. Citywide averages: 1BR $1,200–$1,900; 2BR $1,500–$2,400; SFH 3BR $2,000–$2,900.

San Bernardino CA Rent Increase 2026

Q: How much can a San Bernardino CA landlord raise rent in 2026?

For units covered by AB 1482 (California Civil Code §1947.12), the maximum allowable rent increase in San Bernardino in 2026 is approximately 7.8% — calculated as 5% plus the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario MSA Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U), which measured approximately 2.8% for the applicable 12-month period, capped at a combined maximum of 10%. San Bernardino has no local rent control ordinance for apartments, so AB 1482 is the only cap that applies to qualifying residential units. AB 1482 covers residential rental units that are at least 15 years old and are not single-family homes or condominiums whose owners have provided the required §1947.12(d)(5)(B)(ii) exemption notice. The increase may only be imposed once every 12 months per tenant, and the landlord must provide advance written notice: at least 30 days if the increase is 10% or less; at least 90 days if the increase exceeds 10% of the lowest rent charged in the preceding 12 months.

AB 1482 caps Inland Empire rent increases at approximately 7.8% in 2026 (5% + Riverside-SB-Ontario CPI-U ~2.8%). San Bernardino has no local rent control ordinance for apartments. Here’s the complete 2026 guide: AB 1482 calculations, SB 267 deposit rules, San Bernardino Justice Center eviction procedures, major employers from CSUSB to Amazon, and neighborhood rent ranges across the county seat.

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San Bernardino CA Rent Increase 2026 — Quick Reference

Statewide cap (AB 1482)	~7.8% — 5% + Riverside-SB-Ontario CPI-U ~2.8% (max 10%)
Local rent control?	NONE for apartments — no city rent stabilization ordinance
AB 1482 coverage	Multi-family units ≥15 years old (built before 2010 for 2026); single-family & condos with exemption notice excluded
Increase notice ≤10%	At least 30 days advance written notice (Civil Code §827)
Increase notice >10%	At least 90 days advance written notice
Just cause required?	Yes after 12 months (AB 1482 §1946.2); at-fault & no-fault grounds
No-fault just cause notice	90 days + 1 month relocation assistance (owner move-in, remodel, Ellis Act withdrawal)
Security deposit cap (SB 267)	1 month’s rent (effective July 1, 2024; Civil Code §1950.5)
Deposit return deadline	21 days after tenant surrenders possession, with itemized accounting
Eviction notice (nonpayment)	3-day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit (CCP §1161(2))
Eviction court	San Bernardino Justice Center, Civil Division — 303 W 3rd St, San Bernardino CA 92415
Typical 2026 rents	1BR: $1,200–$1,900 \| 2BR: $1,500–$2,400 \| SFH 3BR: $2,000–$2,900

AB 1482 Rent Cap in San Bernardino CA 2026: The Inland Empire CPI Formula

California AB 1482 (Civil Code §1947.12), enacted in 2019 and effective January 1, 2020, sets the statewide rent increase ceiling for qualifying residential units. In San Bernardino, which sits in the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario Metropolitan Statistical Area, the BLS reports CPI-U for All Urban Consumers at approximately 2.8% for the applicable 12-month measurement period.

Applying the AB 1482 formula: 5% + 2.8% = 7.8% maximum allowable increase. The cap is subject to a hard ceiling of 10% (i.e., the allowable increase can never exceed 10% even if local CPI exceeds 5%). For 2026, Inland Empire units covered by AB 1482 have a cap of approximately 7.8%.

Which San Bernardino Units Are Covered?

AB 1482 applies to residential rental units that are at least 15 years old as of January 1 of the applicable year. For 2026, this means units built before January 1, 2011. Units built in 2011 or later are not subject to the 7.8% annual increase cap (though they remain subject to the AB 1482 just-cause eviction requirement after 12 months of tenancy).

Units excluded from the AB 1482 rent cap (but still subject to just-cause requirements unless exempted):

Single-family homes and condominiums where the owner has served the tenant with the required written exemption notice under Civil Code §1947.12(d)(5)(B)(ii) (“This property is not subject to the rent limits imposed by Section 1947.12 of the Civil Code because this property meets the requirements of Section 1947.12 (d)(5) of the Civil Code”). Without this notice, even SFRs may be covered.
Affordable housing subject to deed restriction requiring affordability at below-market rents.
Dormitories operated by institutions of higher education (including CSUSB-affiliated housing).
Units in buildings newly constructed in the past 15 years (post-2010 construction for 2026).
Mobile homes in mobile home parks (subject instead to the city’s Mobile Home Rent Review Ordinance).

How to Calculate Your AB 1482 Cap

For a San Bernardino unit paying $1,600/month currently:

Maximum allowable increase: $1,600 × 7.8% = $124.80
New maximum rent: $1,724.80/month

The increase may only be applied once in any 12-month period per tenant. The “banking” provision of AB 1482 allows landlords to defer a portion of their allowable increase and apply it in a future year, but only within the same 12-month window per the rent history — see our AB 1482 banking guide for mechanics.

Advance Notice Requirements

California Civil Code §827 governs rent increase notice:

Increases of 10% or less: at least 30 days advance written notice
Increases exceeding 10% of the lowest rent charged in the preceding 12 months: at least 90 days advance written notice

Since the AB 1482 cap is approximately 7.8% for San Bernardino in 2026 (under 10%), the 30-day notice typically suffices for maximum-allowable increases. However, landlords who are catching up on banked increases from a prior year and applying a larger total increase must verify whether the cumulative amount exceeds the 10% threshold for the 90-day notice requirement.

Notice must be in writing and delivered by personal delivery or first-class mail with an additional 5 days added for mailing (Civil Code §1962).

No San Bernardino Local Rent Control for Apartments

San Bernardino has not enacted a local rent stabilization ordinance for apartments. The city’s Mobile Home Rent Review Ordinance — which covers mobile home park spaces — is the only local rent-related price regulation, and it does not apply to conventional apartment rentals. The San Bernardino City Council has considered but not adopted any local apartment rent ceiling, leaving AB 1482 as the sole applicable cap.

Landlords of pre-2011 apartment buildings in San Bernardino should therefore focus exclusively on AB 1482 compliance: the 7.8% cap, the 30-day advance notice, the just-cause requirements after 12 months, and the proper exemption notice procedure for any units that qualify for SFR/condo exemption.

AB 1482 Just-Cause Eviction in San Bernardino

Civil Code §1946.2 requires just cause for all tenancy terminations after a tenant has continuously and lawfully occupied a covered unit for 12 months (or, in the case of a lease with multiple adult occupants, when any adult has continuously occupied for 24 months, or a co-occupant has continuously occupied for 12 months while any other original adult occupant has occupied for 24 months).

At-Fault Just Cause (Tenant-Caused)

Landlords may terminate for the following at-fault grounds without relocation assistance:

Nonpayment of rent (including services, facilities, or other amounts owed under the lease)
Material breach of a lease term (with a cure notice where applicable)
Nuisance or substantial damage to the property
Criminal activity on or near the premises
Assignment or subletting in violation of the lease
Refusal to execute a comparable written lease on renewal
Refusal to allow lawful entry by the landlord under Civil Code §1954

No-Fault Just Cause (Landlord-Initiated)

No-fault terminations require both advance written notice AND relocation assistance:

Owner or qualified family member move-in (OMI): The owner (or owner’s spouse, domestic partner, children, grandchildren, parents, grandparents) intends to occupy the unit as their primary residence. Requires at least 90 days’ written notice. Relocation assistance of 1 month’s rent is waived if the landlord has provided the required notice at least 30 days before the notice of termination.
Substantial remodel requiring the unit to be vacated for 30 or more consecutive days: Requires 90 days’ notice plus one month’s relocation assistance.
Ellis Act withdrawal from the rental market: Requires 120 days’ notice (1 year for elderly or disabled tenants occupying the unit for 1+ year) plus relocation assistance equal to 1 month’s rent per tenant household.
Government/public entity order to vacate: When a government agency has issued an order that requires the tenant to vacate (e.g., for public safety or code enforcement reasons).

AB 1482 Just Cause Does Not Apply To:

Units less than 15 years old (post-2010 construction for 2026)
Single-family homes and condos with proper exemption notice served on the tenant
Affordable housing with deed-restricted rents
Owner-occupied duplexes where the owner occupies one unit

For detailed AB 1482 just-cause mechanics including owner move-in notice procedures and remodel documentation requirements, see our California AB 1482 Just-Cause Eviction Complete Guide 2026.

SB 267 Security Deposit Cap: One Month’s Rent in San Bernardino

California SB 267, effective July 1, 2024, amended Civil Code §1950.5 to cap the security deposit at one month’s rent for most residential tenancies in California, including San Bernardino.

The New One-Month Cap

Regardless of whether a unit is furnished or unfurnished, a landlord may now collect no more than one month’s rent as a security deposit. Prior to SB 267, the cap was two months’ rent for unfurnished units and three months’ rent for furnished units. San Bernardino landlords who collected deposits above one month before July 1, 2024 under the old rules are not required to refund the excess immediately, but may not collect above-cap deposits for new tenancies or renewals after the effective date.

Small-Landlord Exception

Individual owners who own no more than two residential rental properties with a combined total of no more than four dwelling units may collect up to two months’ rent for unfurnished units (three months if furnished). This small-landlord exception is narrowly defined: corporate, LLC, or trust ownership structures do not qualify.

Deposit Return: 21 Days

California Civil Code §1950.5(g) requires the landlord to return the security deposit (or the remaining balance after allowable deductions) within 21 days after the tenant surrenders possession. The return must include a written, itemized statement of all deductions. Landlords who fail to comply lose the right to retain any portion of the deposit and face liability for the full deposit amount plus up to twice the deposit as statutory damages under §1950.5(l), plus attorney fees.

Allowable Deductions

Under Civil Code §1950.5(b), deductions are limited to:

Unpaid rent
Cleaning costs to restore the unit to its condition at the start of the tenancy (reasonable cleaning, not a deep clean beyond the initial state)
Repair of damages beyond normal wear and tear
Costs for replacing or repairing personal property under a written provision in the lease

Normal wear and tear is never deductible: routine paint aging, carpet wear from normal use, minor wall scuffs, and standard appliance wear do not justify deductions. San Bernardino Superior Court judges apply this rule strictly in deposit-dispute small-claims cases.

Eviction in San Bernardino CA: San Bernardino Justice Center Process

Residential evictions in San Bernardino are governed by California Code of Civil Procedure §§1161–1179a. The case is filed at the San Bernardino Justice Center, Civil Division, at 303 W 3rd St, San Bernardino CA 92415. This courthouse handles unlawful detainer (UD) actions for addresses within the San Bernardino District of the San Bernardino Superior Court.

Step 1: Serve the Proper Notice

The correct notice depends on the reason for termination:

Nonpayment of rent — 3-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit (CCP §1161(2)): The notice must state the exact amount of rent due, the name, telephone number, and address of the person to whom rent may be paid, and the period of time for which rent is due. The 3-day period begins the day after service (excluding weekends and court holidays in some interpretations — count carefully).
Curable lease violation — 3-Day Notice to Perform Covenant or Quit (CCP §1161(3)): States the specific lease term breached and gives the tenant 3 days to cure (fix the violation) or vacate.
Incurable violation (nuisance, illegal activity) — 3-Day Notice to Quit: No cure option; tenant must vacate within 3 days.
No-fault termination (AB 1482 covered unit) — 90-Day Notice to Quit: Must state the just-cause ground, include the relocation assistance offer, and comply with the AB 1482 §1946.2 requirements.
Month-to-month termination (non-covered unit) — 30-Day or 60-Day Notice: 30 days if tenant has occupied less than 1 year; 60 days if 1 year or more (Civil Code §1946).

Service of the notice may be by: (1) personal delivery to the tenant; (2) leaving with someone of suitable age at the premises and mailing a copy; or (3) posting on the main door and mailing a copy if the premises is unoccupied. Constructive service (post-and-mail) requires 5 additional days before the notice period begins.

Step 2: File the UD Complaint

After the notice period expires without compliance, file a Unlawful Detainer Complaint (UD-100) at the San Bernardino Justice Center, 303 W 3rd St. You may also file at the Historic Courthouse (351 N Arrowhead Ave) for certain matters; verify with the clerk which location handles your specific UD filing. Filing fee: approximately $240 (limited civil, amount claimed under $25,000) to $435 (unlimited civil, $25,000+). Most residential UD cases are filed as limited civil.

Step 3: Serve the Summons

After filing, the court issues a summons. The tenant must be personally served (not substituted service) within 60 days. After service, the tenant has 5 business days to file a written answer with the court. A tenant who fails to answer within 5 business days is in default.

Step 4: Trial or Default Judgment

If the tenant files a timely answer, the case is set for a bench trial, typically 10–20 days after the answer is filed. Trials are brief (30–60 minutes for most residential cases). If no answer is filed, the landlord may request a clerk’s default and then a default judgment for possession. The court typically processes default judgment requests within 2–5 business days after the motion is filed.

Step 5: Writ of Possession and Sheriff Lockout

After a judgment for possession, the landlord applies for a Writ of Possession. The writ is issued by the clerk and delivered to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department, which executes the lockout. The Sheriff posts a 5-day notice to vacate at the property; if the tenant does not vacate within 5 days, the Sheriff returns to supervise the physical lockout and change of locks. Total timeline from writ issuance to lockout: typically 7–14 calendar days.

Uncontested total timeline: approximately 4–6 weeks from service of the initial notice to Sheriff lockout. Contested cases that go to trial can take 8–16 weeks or longer.

AB 1482 Affirmative Defense

Any tenant in a covered unit who receives a termination notice without a proper AB 1482 just-cause ground may raise AB 1482 as an affirmative defense in the UD proceeding. Judges in San Bernardino regularly scrutinize UD complaints for AB 1482 compliance. Landlords who fail to state a valid just-cause ground face dismissal of the UD action. RentCeiling generates compliant AB 1482 termination notices with all required elements to reduce this risk.

San Bernardino CA Rental Market 2026: Major Employers and Demand Drivers

County of San Bernardino: The Institutional Anchor

The County of San Bernardino is one of the largest county employers in California, with approximately 18,000 total employees spread across more than 40 departments, many headquartered or concentrated in San Bernardino city. Key county facilities in the city include:

County Government Center (385 N Arrowhead Ave, San Bernardino CA 92415): County administrative offices, Board of Supervisors, most large departments
San Bernardino Justice Center / San Bernardino Superior Court (303 W 3rd St): Judiciary, clerk’s offices, DA/Public Defender staff
DHHS (Department of Behavioral Health, Department of Public Health, DPSS): major service departments with hundreds of employees each

County employees — including social workers, nurses, administrative staff, and court personnel — represent a stable, moderate-income rental demographic, typically seeking 1BR and 2BR apartments in the $1,400–$2,100 range near the downtown government campus and Del Rosa/Highland areas.

California State University San Bernardino (CSUSB)

California State University San Bernardino (5500 University Pkwy, San Bernardino CA 92407) is one of the Inland Empire’s most significant higher-education institutions, with approximately 19,000–20,000 enrolled students and roughly 3,000 faculty and staff. Key facts for landlords:

CSUSB offers limited on-campus housing (Student Housing communities), leaving a substantial portion of the student population seeking off-campus rentals in the University District, Devore, and Cajon areas
Strong programs in business, nursing, social work, kinesiology, and social sciences create demand from both undergraduate and graduate renters
The CSUSB Palm Desert Campus (near Palm Desert, ~90 min away) brings additional enrollment but minimal impact on San Bernardino city rentals
Faculty and professional staff typically seek Del Rosa, Highland, or Redlands-adjacent units in the $1,700–$2,500 range

Amazon San Bernardino: Logistics Employment Hub

Amazon has built major fulfillment and distribution operations in San Bernardino’s South Side industrial corridor, taking advantage of the city’s rail and freeway access (I-10, I-215, Tippecanoe Ave). Facilities in the San Bernardino area employ thousands of fulfillment associates, drivers, and operations staff. Amazon warehouse workers in the Inland Empire typically earn $19–$23/hour, supporting demand for 1BR units in the $1,200–$1,700 range.

The growth of Amazon’s logistics infrastructure in the Inland Empire has contributed to broader population and employment growth in San Bernardino, partially reversing the economic decline the city experienced in the 2000s and early 2010s.

BNSF Railway San Bernardino Intermodal Hub

BNSF Railway operates the San Bernardino Intermodal Container Transfer Facility (ICTF), a major inland port facility near the historic downtown rail corridor. San Bernardino has been a rail junction since the transcontinental railroad era, and the BNSF operations continue to employ hundreds of locomotive engineers, carmen, dispatchers, and maintenance staff. BNSF wages are among the highest in the Inland Empire’s blue-collar sector, often exceeding $80,000–$120,000 for experienced railroad employees, supporting demand for larger SFH rentals in the $2,200–$3,000 range.

Dignity Health St. Bernardine Medical Center

St. Bernardine Medical Center (2101 N Waterman Ave, San Bernardino CA 92404), part of the Dignity Health (CommonSpirit) network, is a 334-bed Level II Trauma Center with approximately 2,200 employees. The hospital serves as the Inland Empire’s trauma anchor on the eastern end of the San Bernardino Valley, employing registered nurses (RNs typically earning $70,000–$110,000 in California), physicians, technicians, and support staff. Healthcare workers frequently seek 1BR and 2BR units near the hospital in the Del Rosa and Highland Ave corridors.

San Bernardino Unified School District

San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) is one of California’s larger urban K-12 districts, employing more than 5,000 teachers and classified staff. District employees represent a significant middle-income rental demographic. California teachers earn union-negotiated salaries ranging from approximately $52,000 (starting) to $95,000+ (experienced with advanced degrees) in San Bernardino, making them consistent renters of mid-range 2BR apartments.

San Bernardino International Airport (SBIA)

San Bernardino International Airport (former Norton Air Force Base, 1601 E 3rd St) has grown as a cargo and charter hub since its reactivation. Amazon Air has been a key cargo tenant, alongside other regional cargo and charter operations. Airport-adjacent employment and spin-off logistics operations have added to South San Bernardino rental demand.

Neighborhood Rent Guide for San Bernardino CA 2026

Neighborhood / Area	Typical 2026 Rents	Character & Demand Driver
University District (near CSUSB; University Pkwy / 40th St)	1BR: $1,300–$1,700 2BR: $1,600–$2,100	High student demand fall–spring; older 1960s–1980s apt stock; some newer complexes near campus; summer vacancy spikes
Del Rosa / Highland Ave Corridor (northeast San Bernardino)	1BR: $1,400–$1,900 2BR: $1,700–$2,300	Most desirable residential corridor in SB proper; proximity to Redlands and Loma Linda; St. Bernardine Medical Center adjacent; single-family rentals common
Downtown / Government Center (4th St, Court St, E St)	1BR: $1,100–$1,600 2BR: $1,400–$1,900	Walking distance to County campus and courts; some redevelopment activity; affordable; higher vacancy than northeast SB
North SB / Cajon Pass Area (near I-215 north; Cajon Blvd)	1BR: $1,300–$1,700 2BR: $1,600–$2,200	Working-class residential; BNSF rail corridor employment; single-family homes dominant; I-215 commuter access to Rialto, Fontana
South SB / Industrial Corridor (S Tippecanoe Ave, Inland Center Mall area)	1BR: $1,200–$1,700 2BR: $1,500–$2,100	Amazon and logistics worker demand; mixed commercial-residential; lower-priced older apartment stock; near SBIA
SFH Citywide (single-family rentals across SB)	3BR: $2,000–$2,900 4BR: $2,400–$3,500	SFH rentals in Del Rosa, CSUSB periphery, and Cajon areas; SBCUSD family-focused demand; AB 1482 exemption notice critical for SFR landlords

San Bernardino CA Rent Increase 2026 FAQ

How much can a San Bernardino CA landlord raise rent in 2026?

For AB 1482-covered units (apartments 15+ years old): approximately 7.8% maximum (5% + Riverside-SB-Ontario CPI-U ~2.8%). Once per 12-month period. Advance notice: at least 30 days written (90 days if the increase exceeds 10%). San Bernardino has no local rent cap — AB 1482 is the only ceiling.

Does San Bernardino have local rent control?

No. San Bernardino has no local rent stabilization ordinance for apartments. Only AB 1482 applies. The city’s Mobile Home Rent Review Ordinance covers mobile home park spaces only.

When does AB 1482 just cause apply in San Bernardino?

After a tenant has continuously occupied a covered unit for 12 months. At-fault just causes include nonpayment, lease violation, nuisance, criminal activity. No-fault just causes (owner move-in, remodel, Ellis Act withdrawal) require 90 days’ written notice plus 1 month’s relocation assistance.

What is the SB 267 deposit rule in San Bernardino?

Effective July 1, 2024: maximum 1 month’s rent deposit for most landlords. Small landlords (owning ≤2 properties with ≤4 units) may collect 2 months. Return within 21 days after tenant surrenders possession, with itemized accounting. Bad-faith failure: up to 2× deposit + attorney fees.

Where do San Bernardino CA evictions get filed?

San Bernardino Justice Center, Civil Division — 303 W 3rd St, San Bernardino CA 92415. After the notice period, file the UD complaint here. The Sheriff executes the Writ of Possession lockout. Uncontested timeline: approximately 4–6 weeks.

Is my San Bernardino single-family rental exempt from AB 1482?

Possibly — but only if you serve the tenant with the written exemption notice required by Civil Code §1947.12(d)(5)(B)(ii). Without this notice, even SFR landlords may be bound by the 7.8% cap and just-cause requirements. Condos require the same notice. RentCeiling generates compliant AB 1482 exemption and rent increase notices.

What are typical rents in San Bernardino CA in 2026?

San Bernardino is among California’s most affordable markets: 1BR $1,200–$1,900; 2BR $1,500–$2,400; SFH 3BR $2,000–$2,900. Del Rosa and Highland Ave command the highest rents; downtown and South SB the most affordable.

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