Rent increase rules in Michigan
Verified against MCL 554.134 and agency sources on 2026-07-04. Not legal advice.
Michigan has no statewide cap on rent increases.
- Notice: No increase-specific statute; one-month notice applicable to terminate/modify month-to-month tenancies (MCL 554.134) is the practical floor
- Statute: MCL 554.134 · source
Local rent control preempted (MCL 123.411).
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Frequently asked questions
How much can a landlord raise rent in Michigan?
There is no statewide limit — any amount, with proper notice. Local rent control preempted (MCL 123.411).
How much notice is required for a rent increase in Michigan?
No increase-specific statute; one-month notice applicable to terminate/modify month-to-month tenancies (MCL 554.134) is the practical floor. (MCL 554.134)
Can rent be raised during a lease in Michigan?
No — as everywhere in the US, a fixed-term lease locks the rent unless the lease itself contains an escalation clause. Increases take effect at renewal or on periodic (month-to-month) tenancies with the notice above.
What changed recently in Michigan?
Local rent control preempted (MCL 123.411).
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