How much notice does a tenant have to give to move out?

A tenant must give at least 21 days' written notice to end the tenancy, unless the landlord agrees to a shorter time (it's best for this agreement to be in writing). A landlord must give at least 90 days' written notice to end the tenancy, but can give less time (at least 42 days' notice) in certain circumstances. read more

If the tenant remains living at the property for more than 90 days after the tenancy has ended, it’s deemed that the landlord has granted the tenant a new periodic tenancy. This means that the landlord would have to give the tenant a new notice to end the tenancy if they still want the tenant to move out. read more

Notice Requirements for California Tenants. Unless your rental agreement provides a shorter notice period, you must give your landlord 30 days’ notice to end a month-to-month tenancy. Be sure to check your rental agreement which may require that you give notice on the first of the month or on another specific date. read more

For example, if you have a month-to-month lease, the landlord would have to give you thirty days written notice. In any event, whatever type of lease you have, one day's notice is not sufficient. You may be able to sue the landlord for breach of the lease for failing to give you proper notice. The lease is a contract between landlord and tenant. read more