Iowa · Rent increase notice

Iowa rent increase notice

Iowa landlords must give at least 30 days’ notice before raising the rent on a month-to-month tenancy. There’s no statewide rent control.

The rule

Notice, month-to-month
30 days
Statewide rent control
No
Notice
Written notice at least 30 days before the effective date, which cannot fall before the lease (or any renewal) expires.
Rent control
Cities and counties may not limit the amount of rent charged for private property (Iowa Code § 364.3(9), § 331.304(10)).

Law: Iowa Code § 562A.13(5); § 364.3(9); § 331.304(10)

Last reviewed September 30, 2026

Not legal advice. Statutes change; check the linked section.