Rent Control in Baldwin Park

Last updated: January 2026

Local rent control plus California's AB 1482 tenant protections.

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Key Takeaways

  • Coverage: Multi-family properties built before January 1995. Single-family and condos exempt.
  • Rent Increase Cap: 3% maximum per 12-month period (80% of CPI, max 3%).
  • Just Cause Protection: Required under Baldwin Park Rent Stabilization Ordinance.
  • Local Help: City of Baldwin Park.

1. Overview of Rent Control in Baldwin Park

The City of Baldwin Park has a Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO) that provides rent stabilization and tenant protection for many residential rental units. The ordinance is governed by Chapter 117 of the Baldwin Park Municipal Code.

Important Note: Baldwin Park is a separate city from Los Angeles, located in Los Angeles County. Each city has its own rent control ordinances that apply exclusively within their respective municipal boundaries. Properties in Baldwin Park are subject to Baldwin Park's RSO, not the City of Los Angeles's rent control laws.

Since January 1, 2020, California's statewide rent law (often called state rent control or AB 1482) also protects many units that are not covered by Baldwin Park's local ordinance. For those units, annual rent increases are generally capped at 5% + inflation (CPI), or 10%, whichever is lower, for tenants who have lived in the unit for at least 12 months.

This article is a high‑level guide based on public resources such as the City of Baldwin Park's Rent Stabilization Ordinance and the Baldwin Park Municipal Code. It is not legal advice.

2. Who Is Covered by Rent Control in Baldwin Park?

Baldwin Park's Rent Stabilization Ordinance applies to all residential rental units built before January 1, 1995. However, there are several important exceptions:

  • Single-family homes – Any home that can be sold independently from another property, including condominiums and townhomes, are exempt from the ordinance, though they may still be protected under California's statewide Tenant Protection Act (AB 1482).
  • Mobile homes – Mobile homes set up before 1990 are exempt, except those with leases of 12 months or more.
  • Owner-occupied duplexes – Buildings with two units where the owner lives in one unit are exempt.
  • Transient lodgings – Rentals in places like hotels or motels where guests stay for less than 30 days are exempt.
  • Special facility rentals – Units in hospitals, nursing homes, convents, monasteries, or college dorms are exempt.
  • Government-related housing – Units owned or run by the government, or those with government-subsidized tenants, including affordable and Section 8 housing, are exempt.
  • New constructions – Rentals in buildings constructed after October 21, 2020 (excluding those from conversions) are exempt, though they may still be protected under AB 1482.
  • Non-profit use – Units used by non-profits for childcare or residential social services are exempt.

Note: Since we only have year-level data, properties built in 1995 may be covered if built before January 1, 1995, but we cannot determine this without month-level information.

Tools like RentCheckMe can help you check whether your building is likely covered based on its construction year and property type.

3. Maximum Allowable Rent Increases

Effective January 17, 2026, the maximum allowable rent increase is restricted to 3.0%.

Generally, a landlord may increase rent at the rate of the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) for the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA area, as published and updated by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The maximum increase in rent based on the CPI-U is 5% per 12-month period. Thus, the rent for any controlled unit shall not be increased more than 5% during any 12-month period.

Minimum allowable rent increase: If the CPI-U is less than 1%, then a landlord may increase rent up to 1%.

Key rules for rent increases:

  • A landlord has a duty to post the maximum allowable rent prior to any increase. As soon as the landlord is aware of the maximum allowable rent, the landlord must post the notice for each unit in a prominent place in or about the affected controlled units.
  • Landlords must provide proper written notice before implementing a rent increase.

4. Just Cause Eviction Protections

Landlords must have a valid legal reason to evict tenants who have lived in the unit for 12 months or more.

5. Using RentCheckMe with Official Resources

By combining our automated check with trusted resources like the City of Baldwin Park's Rent Stabilization Ordinance and the Baldwin Park Municipal Code, you can get both a quick snapshot and deeper, individualized help for your situation.

After you run an address through RentCheckMe, consider saving the result and bringing it with you if you contact the City of Baldwin Park Community Development Department or consult with a tenant counselor or attorney—they can help you interpret how the Rent Stabilization Ordinance and state law apply to your specific tenancy.

6. Resources for Baldwin Park Tenants

7. Important Disclaimer

This article is intended as a readable, high‑level overview of rent control in Baldwin Park, drawn from public resources like the City of Baldwin Park's Rent Stabilization Ordinance and the Baldwin Park Municipal Code. It does not cover every exception or nuance and does not constitute legal advice.

Laws change, and how they apply can depend on the specific facts of your tenancy. For binding guidance about your rights or obligations, speak with the City of Baldwin Park Community Development Department (email: rso@baldwinparkca.gov, phone: (626) 960-4011, Ext. 462), a qualified attorney, or a tenant‑counseling organization.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Baldwin Park have its own rent control ordinance?

Yes, Baldwin Park has a local rent control ordinance that provides protections beyond California's statewide AB 1482. The local ordinance typically covers more properties and may have stricter rent increase limits.

How much can my landlord raise rent in Baldwin Park?

For units covered by Baldwin Park's local ordinance, rent increases are limited by the local rules (often based on CPI). For units only covered by AB 1482, the cap is 5% + CPI or 10%, whichever is lower.

What protections do I have as a tenant in Baldwin Park?

Tenants in Baldwin Park may have just cause eviction protections under both the local ordinance and AB 1482, meaning landlords must have a valid legal reason to evict you after you've lived in the unit for a certain period.

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