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Newark has a rent control ordinance that limits annual rent increases to the lower of 4% or the CPI increase for the New York–Newark–Jersey City area. It applies to buildings with 3 or more units, and is administered by the city's Division of Rent Control.
Newark's rent control rules
- Annual cap: the lower of 4% or CPI (NY–Newark–Jersey City) for covered units.
- Coverage: buildings with 3 or more units; single-family homes and 1–2 unit properties are typically exempt.
- Administration: the Newark Division of Rent Control registers buildings and hears tenant complaints and hardship applications.
Vacancies and hardship
As with most New Jersey ordinances, certain new construction may be exempt for a period, and landlords can apply for hardship increases through the Division of Rent Control. Confirm your building's status and the current CPI figure with the city.
Check your Newark unit
Use the RentCheckMe address checker for an initial read, then confirm coverage and the current cap with Newark's Division of Rent Control below.
Official sources
Full guide: Rent Control in Newark, NJ →
Frequently Asked Questions
How much can rent go up in Newark, NJ in 2026?
Newark's ordinance caps annual increases at the lower of 4% or the CPI increase for the New York–Newark–Jersey City area, for buildings with 3 or more units.
Does Newark rent control apply to single-family homes?
No. Newark's rent control generally applies to buildings with 3 or more units; single-family homes and 1–2 unit properties are typically exempt.
Who enforces rent control in Newark?
The City of Newark's Division of Rent Control registers covered buildings and handles tenant complaints and landlord hardship applications.
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