How much can a landlord legally raise rent?

It depends on your state and city. In rent-controlled areas (NYC, SF, LA), increases are capped at 3-10% per year. In uncontrolled areas, there's often no legal limit. Our calculator checks rent control rules for your state and tells you if your increase is within legal limits.

What is a normal rent increase percentage?

The national average rent increase is 3-5% per year. Anything above inflation (currently ~3%) means your landlord is increasing real cost. Our calculator compares your increase to both the national average and current inflation rate.

How do I negotiate a rent increase?

Use data: compare your increase to market rates, inflation, and comparable units. Mention your history as a good tenant, offer to sign a longer lease for a smaller increase, and point out any maintenance issues. Our calculator generates specific negotiation points for your situation.

Should I accept a rent increase or move?

Calculate the total cost of moving (first/last month, deposit, movers, time off work) vs. the annual impact of the increase. If a $200/month increase costs $2,400/year but moving costs $5,000+, staying may be cheaper. Our calculator helps you compare.

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Rent Increase Calculator

Got a rent increase notice? This calculator analyzes the percentage increase, compares it to inflation and local averages, checks rent control limits for your state, and gives you data-backed negotiation points. See the annual impact on you and your roommates.

By Baljeet AulakhUpdated February 2026Reviewed for accuracy

Got a rent increase notice? Find out if your increase is fair by comparing it to inflation, local rent control limits, and market averages. Enter your current rent, proposed new rent, state, and years at your address to get a complete analysis with the exact dollar impact per year, a legality check for rent-controlled areas, and data-backed negotiation talking points you can use with your landlord.

Rent Details

Current Monthly Rent

Proposed New Rent

Location & Rent Control

State

Is your unit rent controlled or rent stabilized?

Not sure? Check your lease or contact your local housing authority.

Tenant Details

Years at This Address

Number of Roommates

How many people share the unit (besides you)

How This Calculator Works

Enter Your Details

Fill in amounts, people, and preferences. Takes under 30 seconds.

Get Fair Results

See an instant breakdown with data-driven calculations and Fairness Scores.

Share & Settle

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