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California rental fee cheat sheet

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Last reviewed November 1, 2026 against California Civil Code 1950.5 and 1950.6 and the sources below · How we check facts

California rental fee cheat sheet: security limited to one month's rent and fully refundable, application fee at actual cost up to about $65.86 in 2026, no fees for notices or paying by check, returned check fee $25 then $35

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Sources: California Civil Code 1950.5 (security deposits) · California Civil Code 1950.6 (application screening fees) · SB 611 (2024): notice fees, check fees, service member deposits
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