San Francisco Property Management Software

Navigate SF's strictest-in-nation rent control and tenant protections. Built for San Francisco landlords.

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230,000+
Rental Properties
$3,400/month
Average Rent
96%
Occupancy Rate
65,000+
Landlords

San Francisco has the nation's strongest tenant protections: local rent control ordinance (typically 2-3% annual cap), just cause eviction only, Ellis Act requirements, and mandatory relocation payments. Leasense automates all SF-specific compliance.

Built for San Francisco Landlords

SF Rent Ordinance compliance (2-3% annual cap)
Just cause eviction documentation (16 just causes)
Ellis Act withdrawal tracking
Relocation payment calculator (up to $7,500-$24,000)
Owner move-in (OMI) documentation
SF Rent Board integration

Local Compliance Made Simple

Navigate complex local regulations with automated compliance tracking and alerts

SF Rent Control Ordinance

CRITICAL

Buildings built before June 13, 1979 with 2+ units subject to rent control. Annual increases typically 2-3% set by SF Rent Board. Much stricter than state AB-1482.

Just Cause Eviction (16 Causes)

CRITICAL

Can only evict for one of 16 just causes (non-payment, lease violations, OMI, Ellis Act, etc.). Strict documentation required. Penalties: 3x actual damages + attorney fees.

Relocation Payments

CRITICAL

No-fault evictions require relocation payments: $7,500-$24,000+ depending on unit type, tenant age/disability. Leasense calculates required amounts based on current SF rates.

Ellis Act Withdrawals

IMPORTANT

Permanent removal from rental market requires Ellis Act filing, one-year notice, and substantial relocation payments. Leasense tracks all Ellis Act procedures.

Popular Resources

guide

California Rent Control Laws Guide

checklist

California Landlord Compliance Checklist

template

California Residential Lease Agreement

Local Features & Integrations

SF neighborhood tracking (Marina, Mission, SOMA, etc.)
Rent Board ordinance automatic updates
Relocation payment calculator
Ellis Act timeline tracking
OMI affidavit generation
Just cause documentation templates (all 16 causes)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my SF property rent-controlled?

Buildings built before June 13, 1979 with 2+ units are rent-controlled. Single-family homes and condos are exempt if not part of a multi-unit building. Leasense automatically classifies your properties.

How much can I increase rent in SF?

Rent-controlled units: typically 2-3% annually set by SF Rent Board (separate from state AB-1482). Non-controlled units: 5%+CPI (max 10%) under AB-1482. Leasense applies the correct cap.

What are relocation payments in San Francisco?

No-fault evictions require payments: $7,500 base, $10,000 for seniors/disabled, $24,000+ for families. Amounts increase annually. Leasense calculates current required payments automatically.

Can I evict a tenant to move in myself (OMI)?

Yes, owner move-in is one of 16 just causes. Requires: relocation payment, 60-day notice, affidavit of intent, and you must occupy for 36 months. Leasense generates all required documents.

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