Oregon Rent Control Laws: 2025 Renter Update

If you’re an Oregon renter in 2025, understanding your rights around rent increases is essential to maintaining safe and secure housing. Oregon has unique statewide rent control laws that limit how much most landlords can raise the rent each year. This guide explains how these rules work, who they apply to, what exceptions exist, and the steps you can take if you face an excessive rent increase.

Understanding Rent Control in Oregon

Oregon was the first state in the nation to enact statewide rent control laws in 2019, and these laws remain in effect for 2025. Rent control in Oregon is governed by the Oregon Residential Landlord and Tenant Act and includes strict limits on annual rent increases for most rental properties.^[1]

How Much Can My Landlord Increase My Rent in 2025?

• For 2025, Oregon law limits annual rent increases to 10% or less. The exact limit is either 7% plus the annual change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI), or 10%—whichever is less.^[2]
• This cap applies to most rental units built before 15 years ago.

Each year, the Oregon Department of Administrative Services publishes the allowed maximum rent increase for the following year. You can check the official maximum for 2025 here.

Which Rentals Are Covered?

• Most private market rental homes and apartments (except those built within the past 15 years).
• Exemptions include new construction (less than 15 years old), public housing, and certain affordable/subsidized housing.

If you’re unsure whether your rental is covered, check your lease terms and the property’s age, or contact the Oregon landlord–tenant information line (details below).

Required Notice for Rent Increases

• Your landlord must give you written notice at least 90 days before any rent increase goes into effect.^[3]
• The notice should state the amount of the increase, the new rent, and its effective date.

An improper or excessive notice may not be legally enforceable. If you receive one, keep a copy and consider seeking support.

Official Forms for Oregon Renters

• 90-Day Rent Increase Notice (ORS 90.323 & 90.600)
  • Purpose: Landlords must use this notice to lawfully raise rent on covered units. Tenants receive it 90 days in advance.
  • When Used: You’ll receive this document if your landlord increases your rent.
  • See an official sample from Oregon’s Housing & Community Services tenant rights page.
• Notice of Termination With Cause (Form OR-SC-120)
  • Purpose: Landlords may serve this form if ending your tenancy for lease violations. Rent increases do not require this unless used to force a move-out, which may be illegal under some circumstances.
  • Access the official termination notice form.

What If My Rent Increase Violates the Law?

• Contact your landlord in writing and cite the 2025 rent cap.
• Keep all written communication and copies of notices.
• If not resolved, you may file a complaint or seek dispute resolution.

Complaints are usually handled through the Oregon courts' Landlord-Tenant section or by consulting with Oregon Housing and Community Services.

If you receive a rent increase above the allowed amount—or an improperly short notice—act quickly. You may be protected, and resources are available.

Relevant Official Body and Legislation

• The Oregon Judicial Department oversees landlord–tenant disputes through state courts.
• Laws are based on the Oregon Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (ORS Chapter 90).

Frequently Asked Questions about Oregon Rent Control

1. Can my landlord raise my rent by any amount in Oregon?
   No. In 2025, most rent increases cannot exceed the annual cap (the lower of 10% or 7% plus the inflation rate).
2. Do new apartment buildings have rent control?
   No. Buildings constructed within the last 15 years are exempt from state rent cap laws.
3. How much notice must I get before a rent increase?
   Your landlord must give you at least 90 days’ written notice before raising your rent.
4. What should I do if I get an illegal rent increase?
   Keep documentation, let your landlord know in writing, and contact Oregon Housing and Community Services or legal aid for help.
5. Can my landlord evict me just for challenging a rent hike?
   No. Oregon law generally prohibits retaliatory eviction for asserting your legal rights.^[4]

Conclusion & Key Takeaways

• Oregon limits most rent increases for 2025 to no more than 10% per year for older housing.
• You must receive at least 90 days’ written advance notice of any rent increase.
• If your landlord violates these rules, you have rights and resources to seek help.

Staying informed and keeping records will help protect your home and your budget.

Need Help? Resources for Renters

• Oregon Housing and Community Services – Tenant Rights: Official guide to Oregon tenant protections
• Oregon Judicial Department: Find your local courthouse for landlord–tenant disputes
• Oregon Law Help: Free legal information and assistance
• Department of Administrative Services: Annual rent increase cap updates

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1. Oregon Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (ORS Chapter 90): See current Oregon tenancy legislation.
2. ORS 90.323; Oregon Department of Administrative Services: Annual maximum rent increase announcements.
3. ORS 90.600 – Notice Requirement: Read the notice law.
4. ORS 90.385 – Retaliatory Conduct: Learn about retaliatory evictions.

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