Which US cities have rent control?
Rent control exists in select cities in states that allow it. Major rent-controlled jurisdictions include: New York City (rent stabilization, ~1 million units), Los Angeles, San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, and other California cities; Washington DC; Newark and Jersey City in New Jersey; and several Massachusetts cities. Many states including Texas, Florida, Arizona, and Illinois prohibit local rent control by state law.
How much notice must a landlord give for a rent increase in the US?
Notice requirements vary by state and local law. Common rules: California requires 30 days notice for increases under 10% and 90 days for 10%+. New York requires 30–90 days depending on lease term. Washington state requires 60 days notice. Texas and Florida require 30 days for month-to-month tenancies. Fixed-term leases cannot be increased during the lease term — only at renewal.
What is rent stabilization vs rent control?
Rent control typically freezes rent at a fixed amount and requires government approval for any increase. Rent stabilization (the more common modern approach) allows annual increases tied to an index such as CPI, set by a local rent board. NYC, for example, uses rent stabilization — not strict rent control — with a board setting annual percentages each year. Both systems restrict how much landlords can raise rents and typically require just cause for evictions.