Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in California
Hi,
My lease is over, I gave my landlord 30 days notice, and moving out in a few days to a less expensive property that belongs to the same landlord.
I asked for a rent decrease first, but was told that it is not possible.
Now, I see my current apartment on craigslist for $ 75 less a month than I was paying for the last 12 months!
I still owe the landlord rent for 10 days of September, is it legal for me to ask for a discount based on the current rent decrease?
Asked on 9/08/09, 2:50 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Roy Hoffman
Law Offices of Roy A. Hoffman
It is "legal," but your landlord is under no obligation to give you a discount.
Answered on 9/08/09, 6:43 pm