Boston rental law
As of Oct 6, 2026. Not legal advice.
Raise rent in Boston
Any amount, from Dec 1, 2026
No law caps the raise in Boston. Give written notice at least 30 days or one rent period ahead, by Nov 1, 2026.
Rules for every lease in Boston
The next 12 months
Nothing scheduled to change here before Oct 6, 2027.
Massachusetts state law
State law applies here too. Where both cover a rental, the stricter city rule usually wins; each rule's page says so.
Help with your situation
They can look at your situation. We only explain the law.
- Boston Office of Housing StabilityCity rent office
- MassLegalHelp: housingFree legal help
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