Washington Rent Stabilization Guide
Last updated: January 2026
Washington's statewide rent increase cap (HB 1217) protects tenants across the state with rent increase limits and notice requirements.
Check your address to see if your building is covered by Washington's rent increase cap.
Washington HB 1217 at a Glance
- Rent Cap: 7% + CPI annually, maximum 10% (9.683% for 2026)
- Coverage: All residential rentals subject to RCW 59.18 after 12 months of tenancy
- No Age Exemption: Unlike some states, Washington applies the cap to properties of all ages
- 12-Month Waiting Period: No rent increases during the first year of tenancy
- Notice: 90 days required statewide (180 days in Seattle)
📖 Read our complete guide to Washington's HB 1217 law →
Washington Cities with Rent Stabilization Guides
Select a city to learn how Washington's rent increase cap applies in your area, including local resources and tenant assistance:
Puget Sound Region
Eastern Washington
Tri-Cities Region
Southwest Washington
Northwest Washington
Central Washington
South Sound Region
Olympic Peninsula
Washington Coast
Island Communities
Statewide Resources