Rent increase rules in Indiana
Verified against Ind. Code § 32-31-1-1 and agency sources on 2026-07-04. Not legal advice.
Indiana has no statewide cap on rent increases.
- Notice: 30 days (one month) for month-to-month tenancies unless the lease sets a different period (Ind. Code § 32-31-1-1)
- Statute: Ind. Code § 32-31-1-1 · source
Local rent control preempted (Ind. Code § 32-31-1-20).
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Frequently asked questions
How much can a landlord raise rent in Indiana?
There is no statewide limit — any amount, with proper notice. Local rent control preempted (Ind. Code § 32-31-1-20).
How much notice is required for a rent increase in Indiana?
30 days (one month) for month-to-month tenancies unless the lease sets a different period (Ind. Code § 32-31-1-1). (Ind. Code § 32-31-1-1)
Can rent be raised during a lease in Indiana?
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 Indiana?
Local rent control preempted (Ind. Code § 32-31-1-20).
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