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Rent Clarified
Free rent increase calculator

Is your rent increase fair, high, or not allowed?

Get a clear Clarity Score in about 10 seconds. We compare your increase to your state's published rules — no signup, no legal jargon.

A Clarity Score is just a plain-English rating of your increase — three questions, one answer:

  • Fair — In line with your state's published limits
  • High — Allowed, but well above typical increases
  • Not allowed — Appears to exceed your state's published rules

You'll also see the exact rule we compared it to, so you can check the source yourself.

  • Compares your increase to your state's published benchmark
  • Explains your notice rights in plain English
  • Works in all 50 states + D.C.
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Educational tool. Not legal advice. For your situation, consult a licensed attorney or tenant rights organization.

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Where do you rent?

State-by-state guides

Select your state to see its current rules on rent increases, notice periods, and tenant protections.

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Tenant guides

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Rent Stabilized vs Rent Controlled — What's the Actual Difference?
The two terms get used interchangeably, but they protect tenants in very different ways. Here's a plain-English breakdown.
What to Do If You Think Your Rent Increase May Be Unlawful
A step-by-step playbook for tenants facing a rent hike that may exceed their state's rules — without lawyering up on day one.
How Much Notice Does a Landlord Have to Give Before Raising Rent?
Notice rules vary wildly by state — from 7 days in North Carolina to 180 days in Seattle. Here's the full picture.
How to Write a Rent Increase Dispute Letter (Free Template)
The exact wording to use when pushing back on a rent hike — including a copy-paste template.

Frequently asked questions

Almost never. A fixed-term lease locks the rent until the end of the term. The only exception is if your lease has a specific clause allowing mid-term increases (rare). Otherwise, increases can only take effect at lease renewal or, on a month-to-month tenancy, with proper written notice.