Hot Springs, MT Rent Control 2026
Hot Springs has no local rent control. Know the rules before your next rent increase.
Hot Springs does not have rent control. Montana does not impose a statewide rent cap. Landlords may raise rent by any amount with 30-day written notice. Retaliatory increases are prohibited.
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Key Takeaways — Hot Springs Rent Control
- Key rule: Local Rules Apply
- Violation risk: owe back-rent to tenants
Rent Control in Hot Springs
Hot Springs landlords must follow Montana state law on rent control. Understanding the specific rules, deadlines, and penalties can prevent costly violations.
$1,115
median 2BR rent
Local Rules Apply
key requirement
Penalty Warning
Violate Montana rent control rules in Hot Springs and you could owe back-rent to tenants. At Hot Springs's median rent of $1,115/month, even a single violation adds up fast.
Hot Springs Rental Market Context
Hot Springs is the 74th-largest city in Montana (population 617). With a median 2-bedroom rent of $1,115/month, it falls in the budget range for Montana rental costs — 15% below the state median of $1,307/month.
How Hot Springs Compares in Sanders County
Hot Springs ranks #3 of 3 cities in Sanders County by population. Because rent control rules are often tied to rent amounts, costs vary across the county.
| City | Population | Median Rent | Rent Cap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thompson Falls | 1,472 | $1,115/mo | No local cap |
| Plains | 1,222 | $1,115/mo | No local cap |
| Hot Springs | 617 | $1,115/mo | No local cap |
Rents based on HUD Fair Market Rents (FY2026) for Sanders County, Montana. All cities follow Montana state law unless a local ordinance applies.
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Rents based on HUD Fair Market Rents (FY2026) for Sanders County.
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