In 2025, most Oregon tenants in older multi-unit buildings are protected from rent hikes above 10%, must receive proper notice, and cannot face more than one increase per year. Newer buildings and subsidized housing are exempt from these limits
Maximum Rent Increase Cap (2025)
For 2025, the maximum allowable annual rent increase in Oregon is 10.0% for most residential rental units that are 15 years or older.
This cap is calculated as 7% plus the annual Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the West Region, or 10%, whichever is lower. For 2025, inflation would have allowed a higher increase, but state law now limits it to 10%.
Only one rent increase may be issued to a tenant in any 12-month period.
Which Properties Are Covered?
The rent cap applies to multi-unit properties built more than 15 years ago that are not government-subsidized.
Newer buildings (less than 15 years old) and government-subsidized housing are exempt from the statewide rent increase limits.
Notice Requirements
90-day written notice is required before any rent increase for month-to-month and fixed-term leases.
For week-to-week leases, landlords must provide at least 7 days’ written notice before the increase takes effect.
The notice must state the amount of the increase, the new rent, and the effective date.
Timing of Rent Increases
No rent increase is allowed during the first year of tenancy for month-to-month or fixed-term leases.
After the first year, landlords may increase rent, but only once every 12 months.
Eviction Protections
After 12 months of tenancy, landlords must provide “just cause” for eviction, further protecting tenants from retaliatory rent increases or evictions.
For “no-fault” evictions, a 90-day notice and relocation assistance (often equal to one month’s rent) may be required.
Penalties for Violations
If a landlord raises rent above the legal cap, tenants may be entitled to three months’ rent plus actual damages.
Table
| Provision | 2025 Rule/Limit |
|---|---|
| Maximum annual rent increase | 10.0% (for units 15+ years old) |
| Frequency of rent increases | Once every 12 months |
| Notice required (month-to-month) | 90 days written notice |
| Notice required (week-to-week) | 7 days written notice |
| First-year rent increase | Not allowed |
| Exemptions | Units <15 years old, government-subsidized housing |
| Penalty for violation | 3 months’ rent + actual damages |
Key Points for Tenants
Check your lease and building age to determine if the cap applies.
Demand proper notice: If you receive less than 90 days’ notice (or 7 days for week-to-week), the increase is not valid.
No increase in first year: If your landlord tries to raise rent before your first year ends, it’s illegal.
Seek help if needed: If you believe your landlord has violated these rules, you may be entitled to damages and should consider contacting a tenant advocacy group or attorney.
Sources
[1] https://www.oregon.gov/das/oea/pages/rent-stabilization.aspx
[2] https://apps.oregon.gov/oregon-newsroom/OR/DAS/Posts/Post/das-publishes-annual-maximum-rent-increase-for-2025
[3] https://rentpost.com/resources/article/raise-rent-laws-in-oregon/
[4] https://www.doorloop.com/laws/oregon-rent-control-laws
[5] https://www.oregonlegislature.gov/bills_laws/archivebills/1997_hb2025.int.html
