30 days rent-increase notice.
Pennsylvania has no rent control. Month-to-month increases require notice equal to the rent period (commonly 30 days, or per the lease).
What this means for you: Rent can rise by any amount at renewal.
Your next step: Confirm proper notice for a month-to-month change.
Source: 68 Pa. Stat. § 250.501. Reviewed 2026-06-16 (needs local verification).
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Rent increase in nearby states: New York (30 days rent-increase notice) · New Jersey (30 days rent-increase notice) · Ohio (30 days rent-increase notice) · West Virginia (30 days rent-increase notice) · Maryland (60 days rent-increase notice) · Delaware (60 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