Can my landlord raise rent after my lease ends in Washington?
Yes. When your lease ends in Washington, your landlord can offer a renewal at a new rent, generally not more than 10% higher for covered units, as long as they give you 60 days' written notice.
Step-by-step answer
- Step 1
What a valid renewal offer looks like
A renewal offer in Washington should arrive in writing at least 60 days before your current lease ends and clearly state the new monthly rent (which for covered units cannot exceed roughly a 10% increase). If nothing is delivered, the tenancy usually rolls into month-to-month at the current rent.
- Step 2
How to negotiate
Renewal is the best time to negotiate. Ask for a smaller increase in exchange for a longer lease, or offer to sign early. Bring recent local rent comps and any repair requests that haven't been addressed.
Yes. When your lease ends in Washington, your landlord can offer a renewal at a new rent, generally not more than 10% higher for covered units, as long as they give you 60 days' written notice.
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