Can a landlord raise rent on a month-to-month tenant in Oregon?
Yes, with at least 90 days written notice for periodic tenancies and within the statewide cap, subject to first-year and exemption rules under ORS 90.323.
Oregon Rent Increase Rules
Research Oregon rent increase rules, notice requirements, the statewide rent cap, and exceptions for month-to-month and other rental situations under ORS 90.323 and ORS 90.324.
Statewide rent cap
Oregon has a statewide rent increase cap that is recalculated annually by the Department of Administrative Services and published before each calendar year.
Notice timing
Oregon rent increases generally require 90 days written notice for periodic tenancies, and there is a first-year prohibition on increases for new tenancies.
Exemptions
Some exemptions apply, including for newer construction. Always verify the current cap and exemption rules under ORS 90.323 and ORS 90.324.
Common Oregon questions
What is the Oregon rent increase cap this year?
Oregon publishes the cap annually. Always verify the current published rate before serving a rent increase notice.
When can an Oregon landlord first raise rent on a new tenant?
Oregon generally prohibits rent increases during the first year of a tenancy under ORS 90.323.
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