Can a landlord raise the price of rent without notice? Here’s what Georgia law says
Have you seen your rent rise lately?
The overall average price of rent in Georgia is $1,222, which is just below the national average at $1,274.
On a national level, the Peach State has the 20th lowest rent among all 50 states.
Atlanta, Savannah and Columbus areas have the highest rent in the state, while Murray County, Stewart County and Lincoln County have the lowest rent in the state.
Macon-Bibb County averages around $719 for a studio apartment and $838 for a one bedroom apartment.
How much is too much?
Well, in Georgia there is unfortunately no cap on the amount that landlords can request for a rental. So, your landlord can basically ask for as much money as they want.
Can your landlord raise rent without giving you notice?
If you are renting on a month-to-month basis, your landlord is typically required to give you a 60-day written notice with any rent increases.
The same goes for a fixed-term lease. If you are on a fixed-term lease, like a one-year agreement, your landlord can’t increase your rent until the term has expired. And in this case, if they want to raise rent after the fact, they should give you a 60-day notice.
However, it is important to read the terms of your lease and the entire contract thoroughly before making any assumptions.
Have more questions? Let me know at cmadden@mcclatchy.com
This story was originally published April 3, 2024 at 1:50 PM.
