Myrtlewood, AL Rent Control 2026
Myrtlewood has no local rent control. Know the rules before your next rent increase.
Myrtlewood does not have rent control. Alabama 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 — Myrtlewood Rent Control
- Key rule: Local Rules Apply
- Violation risk: owe back-rent to tenants
Rent Control in Myrtlewood
Myrtlewood landlords must follow Alabama state law on rent control. Understanding the specific rules, deadlines, and penalties can prevent costly violations.
$783
median 2BR rent
Local Rules Apply
key requirement
Penalty Warning
Violate Alabama rent control rules in Myrtlewood and you could owe back-rent to tenants. At Myrtlewood's median rent of $783/month, even a single violation adds up fast.
Myrtlewood Rental Market Context
Myrtlewood is the 450th-largest city in Alabama (population 69). With a median 2-bedroom rent of $783/month, it falls in the moderate range for Alabama rental costs — 11% below the state median of $879/month.
How Myrtlewood Compares in Marengo County
Myrtlewood ranks #6 of 6 cities in Marengo County by population. Because rent control rules are often tied to rent amounts, costs vary across the county.
| City | Population | Median Rent | Rent Cap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Demopolis | 6,833 | $783/mo | No local cap |
| Linden | 1,848 | $783/mo | No local cap |
| Thomaston | 318 | $783/mo | No local cap |
| Sweet Water | 219 | $783/mo | No local cap |
| Faunsdale | 84 | $783/mo | No local cap |
| Myrtlewood | 69 | $783/mo | No local cap |
Rents based on HUD Fair Market Rents (FY2026) for Marengo County, Alabama. All cities follow Alabama state law unless a local ordinance applies.
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Rents based on HUD Fair Market Rents (FY2026) for Marengo County.
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