Rent Clarified
Connecticut · Updated April 2026

How much can rent increase in Connecticut?

Connecticut has no statewide cap on rent increases — landlords can raise rent by any amount with proper notice. Local rules and notice requirements still apply.

Statewide cap
No statewide cap
Notice required
30 days
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How much can rent increase in Connecticut?

Connecticut does not currently impose a statewide cap on rent increases. That means landlords can generally raise rent by any amount when a lease ends, as long as they provide proper notice. However, individual cities may have local rent control ordinances — check your municipality's rules.

Notice requirements

Connecticut requires landlords to give at least 30 days written notice before raising rent on a month-to-month tenant. For fixed-term leases, increases generally only take effect at renewal.

Source

Reviewed against Conn. Gen. Stat. §7-148b as of April 2026.

This page is educational and does not constitute legal advice. For your specific situation, consult a licensed attorney or local tenant rights organization.