New Mexico rent increase rules

30 days rent-increase notice.

New Mexico has no rent control (preempted statewide). Month-to-month increases require 30 days' notice.

What this means for you: Rent can rise by any amount at renewal.

Your next step: Confirm 30 days' notice for a month-to-month change.

Source: N.M. Stat. § 47-8-15. Reviewed 2026-06-16 (needs local verification).

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Rent increase in nearby states: Arizona (30 days rent-increase notice) · Texas (30 days rent-increase notice) · Colorado (60 days rent-increase notice) · Oklahoma (30 days rent-increase notice) · Utah (15 days rent-increase notice).

General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and vary by locality; consult a licensed attorney or your local housing authority.

Updated July 2026