Rent increase of 20% - is this legal or a red flag?

Posted by sarah4_866016 • July 9, 2026 • 10 comments

My landlord just notified me of a 20% rent increase starting next month. I've only been here for a year, and it feels extreme. Is this normal for the area? Should I be concerned about this sudden jump, or is it common practice? Am I being naive?