Rent increase rules in Virginia
Verified against Va. Code § 55.1-1253 and agency sources on 2026-07-04. Not legal advice.
Virginia has no statewide cap on rent increases.
- Notice: 30 days for month-to-month tenancies; 7 days for week-to-week; 60 days in some written-lease renewal situations (Va. Residential Landlord and Tenant Act)
- Statute: Va. Code § 55.1-1253 · source
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Frequently asked questions
How much can a landlord raise rent in Virginia?
There is no statewide limit — any amount, with proper notice.
How much notice is required for a rent increase in Virginia?
30 days for month-to-month tenancies; 7 days for week-to-week; 60 days in some written-lease renewal situations (Va. Residential Landlord and Tenant Act). (Va. Code § 55.1-1253)
Can rent be raised during a lease in Virginia?
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.
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