San Francisco Rent Increase Rates for 2025: What Tenants & Landlords Need to Know

The San Francisco Rent Board has announced the allowable rent increase for the upcoming year, impacting both tenants and landlords under the city's rent stabilization rules.

2025 Rent Increase Rate

From March 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026, landlords can increase rents by 1.4% for rent-controlled units. This marks a slight decrease from the 1.7% increase allowed in 2024 and continues the trend of relatively modest rent hikes in recent years.

How This Compares to Previous Years

For context, here’s a look at San Francisco’s past allowable rent increases:

• 2024–2025: 1.7%
• 2023–2024: 3.6%
• 2022–2023: 2.3%
• 2021–2022: 0.7%

Compared to historical trends, the 2025 increase remains on the lower end, reflecting a period of rent stabilization after fluctuating changes in previous years.

Security Deposit Interest for 2025

Landlords are also required to pay 5.0% interest on tenant security deposits for the same period. This is slightly lower than the 5.2% required for 2024 but significantly higher than rates seen in earlier years.

What This Means for Tenants and Landlords

• For Tenants: If your unit is rent-controlled, your landlord cannot raise your rent by more than 1.4% starting in March 2025. If you receive a notice of a higher increase, you may want to verify that it complies with rent control laws.
• For Landlords: While the rent increase is limited, ensuring compliance with security deposit interest payments and staying updated on local regulations remains essential.

Stay Informed

San Francisco's rent control laws can be complex, and it's crucial for both landlords and tenants to stay up to date. If you have questions about your rights and responsibilities, consulting with a legal expert can help ensure compliance and avoid potential disputes.

For official information, visit the San Francisco Rent Board at www.sf.gov/rentboard.