Eviction notice · San Diego, CA
Eviction notice in San Diego, CA
In San Diego, California, a landlord must serve a written notice — typically a 3-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit (CCP § 1161(2)) — before filing an unlawful detainer lawsuit in San Diego Superior Court. San Diego's Tenant Protection Ordinance adds additional just-cause requirements for evictions.
Governing statutes
3
business days to cure unpaid rent (SB 385)
30–45
days, typical uncontested timeline
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The process in San Diego
- 1
Serve Written Notice
Deliver a 3-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit per CCP § 1161(2). In San Diego, also check if the Tenant Protection Ordinance requires additional just-cause documentation.
- 2
Wait for Compliance
The tenant has 3 business days to pay or vacate. San Diego's Tenant Protection Ordinance may require additional notice periods for certain tenants.
- 3
File Unlawful Detainer
If the tenant doesn't comply, file at San Diego Superior Court (330 W Broadway). Filing fee: $225.
San Diego filing details
Processing time: 2-3 weeks for case assignment Confirm the current fee on the court's published schedule before you file — amounts change.
Where it is filed
San Diego Superior Court — Central Courthouse
330 W Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101
Documents on this track
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- 3-Day Notice to Pay Rent or QuitCCP § 1161(2) · SB 385
- 30-Day Notice to Terminate TenancyCiv. § 1946.1 · AB 1482
- Notice to Cure or QuitCCP § 1161(3)
Questions people ask about San Diego
Does San Diego have rent control?+
Yes. San Diego's Tenant Protection Ordinance (effective 2023) applies to most residential properties and requires just-cause for evictions, limits annual rent increases to 4% + CPI, and provides relocation assistance in certain cases.
How long does eviction take in San Diego?+
The eviction process in San Diego typically takes 30-45 days from serving notice to court judgment. The tenant has 3 business days to respond to a 3-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit.
Also in this jurisdiction: Eviction notice (Los Angeles) · Mechanic's lien (Los Angeles)
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