Rent Increase Notice — Rhode Island
Rhode Island landlords must give at least 30 days' written notice to raise rent on a month-to-month tenancy. Generate a compliant letter below.
Optional — some states (e.g. NY) require more notice for longer tenancies.
Letter details (optional)
Required written notice
30 days
- Increase
- $150.00 (7.50%)
- Earliest effective date
- July 12, 2026
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Rhode Island rent increase rules
In Rhode Island, a landlord must generally give at least 30 days' written notice before raising rent on a month-to-month tenancy. There is no statewide rent-control cap on how much you can raise the rent. Rhode Island requires 30 days, or 60 days if the tenant is 62 or older.
Worked example
Example: to raise a Rhode Island tenant's rent from $1,500 to $1,600, send written notice at least 30 days before the new rent takes effect, and keep proof of delivery.Last verified June 1, 2026.
Rhode Island rent increase FAQ
How much notice must a landlord give before raising rent in Rhode Island?+
At least 30 days' written notice for a month-to-month tenancy. (R.I. Gen. Laws § 34-18-16.1).
Can a landlord raise rent during a fixed-term lease in Rhode Island?+
Generally no — rent is locked for the fixed term unless the lease itself allows an increase. A rent increase typically takes effect when the lease renews or during a month-to-month tenancy.
Is there a limit on how much rent can be raised in Rhode Island?+
Rhode Island has no statewide rent-control cap, so there is no fixed percentage limit — but local ordinances or the lease may impose one.
Does this rent increase notice generator cost anything?+
No. It's free and requires no signup. You enter the details and download a ready-to-send PDF letter.