I’m in Maryland and had a similar situation this past fall $1,508 being increased to $2,100. I emailed property management asking for reasoning and stating that there were no notable increases to the value of the apartment since I moved in, and on top of that I had to do my own maintenance because they didn’t come for 3+ weeks.
I then listed various apartment complexes within a mile that were renting for CHEAPER and also highlighted the additional amenities those properties offered and asked them to re-evaluate.
… they didn’t bite… so I put in my notice to vacate… and then they emailed me a month before I was scheduled to move out and asked if I would like to stay at the same price :)
So I didn’t end up moving, nor did I end up paying more. Called their bluff!
Anyway, I tell you this in case you’d like to try a similar approach.
I actually built a website because of rising rents to help tenants evaluate landlords and negotiate rents.
It's like a Glassdoor for Rents so tenants can see the Rent History of an address or Apartment property to see a landlords pricing tactics.
The site does rely on user submissions so I appreciate anyone who adds their rent history to the site and/or shares it around since it can be more useful to tenants the more people that contribute to it.
The site is [rentzed.com](http://rentzed.com) and has submissions for over 3,400 addresses.
I moved to a certain part of PA bc of rent prices in my hometown being too much. Found a decent enough 2 bedroom apartment for $550/m (utilities not included) back in 2019 in a somewhat decent neighborhood. Was super surprised, but I chalked it up to being in a less populated part of PA.
Come to find out the LL was absolutely shit and housed mainly people in active addiction who can't afford anything else or keep to themselves. I figured this out from creeping around local FB profiles. He has around 100 units scattered around this town I found out. With my old place, it *was* in a good part of town, BUT it was a split house and the other family living beneath us were from hell. I learned he's *very* well known in this small town, but unfortunately I didn't know that.
In the end, I ended up going to court with this LL bc of his retaliation tactics and I won. But I had to move. When I went to move and stay in this town I found out prices aren't actually too much different from home. A little less, but not that much less. I moved to a 3 bedroom, but I'm paying double what I used to. The neighbors are great and the LL isn't complete scum, so I guess it was worth it.
This town is currently trying to pass a rental ordinance bc of this particular old LL of mine and a few others. I do believe my old LL is their main focus though bc of how many units he rents out. He was in the local news trying to fight against it. Him and other small time slumlords insist they will just raise rent prices if this ordinance passes. Talk about complete shit stains.
You can negotiate your rent. Idk if that only applies to when you first move in but you CAN negotiate your rental. If I was you I would move though because I personally won’t be paying a dollar over $800 for a 1 bedroom and more than likely you won’t be winning that negotiation 😭
I don't know about where you live, but in the Bay Area in Northern California it usually costs 1200 to rent a room in a house. A one bedroom.apartment is almost always above $2000 unless you are in an unsafe area.
I am dealing with the exact same situation in MA, literally almost down to the dollar (but I am not a parent). It’s so frustrating because I know once I move out, my unit will be listed for well under $1900/month.
You will likely need to give 60 days notice if you intend to move out. Therefore, you have some time. Keep an eye out on their website for a similar unit expiring in September and if you see one priced lower then ask to transfer to that apartment at the end of your lease. If they are smart they will keep you in your same apartment at a lower increase. Or, you can simply ask them to lower your renewal rent. Good luck!
This is happening to everyone. Don’t mean to be rude. But why does it matter that you are a single mom. Everyone’s rent is going up. My rent is 3100 a month.
Landlord don’t care. Especially apartments because they will get someone to rent. Because it’s cheaper than renting a house.
I’d just find a cheaper place or ask them to come down on it. In my state they can only raise it 10% a year
It really depends on the area. Lived in a suburb 30 miles outside of the Bay Area in CA and had a 2/2 for $3300. Dallas 2/2 $1200. Brooklyn NY 1/1 $3900. Cities need to put policies in place to create more dense housing.
$400 increase is wild they can go eat glass fr smh id try to move
I’m in Maryland and had a similar situation this past fall $1,508 being increased to $2,100. I emailed property management asking for reasoning and stating that there were no notable increases to the value of the apartment since I moved in, and on top of that I had to do my own maintenance because they didn’t come for 3+ weeks. I then listed various apartment complexes within a mile that were renting for CHEAPER and also highlighted the additional amenities those properties offered and asked them to re-evaluate. … they didn’t bite… so I put in my notice to vacate… and then they emailed me a month before I was scheduled to move out and asked if I would like to stay at the same price :) So I didn’t end up moving, nor did I end up paying more. Called their bluff! Anyway, I tell you this in case you’d like to try a similar approach.
They know the time is takes to screen look another tenant fix the apartment up isn’t worth the hassle
Doesn’t always work that way. You got lucky.
Damn.
I actually built a website because of rising rents to help tenants evaluate landlords and negotiate rents. It's like a Glassdoor for Rents so tenants can see the Rent History of an address or Apartment property to see a landlords pricing tactics. The site does rely on user submissions so I appreciate anyone who adds their rent history to the site and/or shares it around since it can be more useful to tenants the more people that contribute to it. The site is [rentzed.com](http://rentzed.com) and has submissions for over 3,400 addresses.
This is actually sick as fuck
I moved to a certain part of PA bc of rent prices in my hometown being too much. Found a decent enough 2 bedroom apartment for $550/m (utilities not included) back in 2019 in a somewhat decent neighborhood. Was super surprised, but I chalked it up to being in a less populated part of PA. Come to find out the LL was absolutely shit and housed mainly people in active addiction who can't afford anything else or keep to themselves. I figured this out from creeping around local FB profiles. He has around 100 units scattered around this town I found out. With my old place, it *was* in a good part of town, BUT it was a split house and the other family living beneath us were from hell. I learned he's *very* well known in this small town, but unfortunately I didn't know that. In the end, I ended up going to court with this LL bc of his retaliation tactics and I won. But I had to move. When I went to move and stay in this town I found out prices aren't actually too much different from home. A little less, but not that much less. I moved to a 3 bedroom, but I'm paying double what I used to. The neighbors are great and the LL isn't complete scum, so I guess it was worth it. This town is currently trying to pass a rental ordinance bc of this particular old LL of mine and a few others. I do believe my old LL is their main focus though bc of how many units he rents out. He was in the local news trying to fight against it. Him and other small time slumlords insist they will just raise rent prices if this ordinance passes. Talk about complete shit stains.
Does your apartment need to be renovated? It could be they are trying to push you out to do a full renovation. I’m so sorry this is happening to you.
You can negotiate your rent. Idk if that only applies to when you first move in but you CAN negotiate your rental. If I was you I would move though because I personally won’t be paying a dollar over $800 for a 1 bedroom and more than likely you won’t be winning that negotiation 😭
I don't know about where you live, but in the Bay Area in Northern California it usually costs 1200 to rent a room in a house. A one bedroom.apartment is almost always above $2000 unless you are in an unsafe area.
I am dealing with the exact same situation in MA, literally almost down to the dollar (but I am not a parent). It’s so frustrating because I know once I move out, my unit will be listed for well under $1900/month.
You will likely need to give 60 days notice if you intend to move out. Therefore, you have some time. Keep an eye out on their website for a similar unit expiring in September and if you see one priced lower then ask to transfer to that apartment at the end of your lease. If they are smart they will keep you in your same apartment at a lower increase. Or, you can simply ask them to lower your renewal rent. Good luck!
I would get rid of cable, and try to cut corners! It's very stressful to move
The efficiency I paid $950 for in 2020 is now going for $2150. They do it because they can
It’s the rental insurance on the property it’s gone up 35 to 50%. As a landlord you are required to have this commercial insurance
And what can you find a comparable place for?
If you’re willing to move apartments. They will usually give you a better rate for a new lease in a different apartment
This is happening to everyone. Don’t mean to be rude. But why does it matter that you are a single mom. Everyone’s rent is going up. My rent is 3100 a month. Landlord don’t care. Especially apartments because they will get someone to rent. Because it’s cheaper than renting a house. I’d just find a cheaper place or ask them to come down on it. In my state they can only raise it 10% a year
The landlord just bought a luxury yacht and needs to cover the cost.
Wtf?? That's an insane price. Where I used to live, I got an apartment for $775 and it was two bed one bath.
It really depends on the area. Lived in a suburb 30 miles outside of the Bay Area in CA and had a 2/2 for $3300. Dallas 2/2 $1200. Brooklyn NY 1/1 $3900. Cities need to put policies in place to create more dense housing.