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Paw Paw, WV Rent Control 2026

Paw Paw has no local rent control. Know the rules before your next rent increase.

Paw Paw does not have rent control. West Virginia does not impose a statewide rent cap. Landlords may raise rent by any amount with 30-day written notice. Retaliatory increases are prohibited.

Key Takeaways — Paw Paw Rent Control

  • Key rule: Local Rules Apply
  • Violation risk: owe back-rent to tenants

Rent Control in Paw Paw

Paw Paw landlords must follow West Virginia state law on rent control. Understanding the specific rules, deadlines, and penalties can prevent costly violations.

$961

median 2BR rent

Local Rules Apply

key requirement

Penalty Warning

Violate West Virginia rent control rules in Paw Paw and you could owe back-rent to tenants. At Paw Paw's median rent of $961/month, even a single violation adds up fast.

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Rent Control in Nearby Cities

Own properties in multiple cities? Rules may differ locally:

Capon Bridge, WV
Pop. 422
Romney, WV
Pop. 1,753
Ridgeley, WV
Pop. 577
Hedgesville, WV
Pop. 301
Martinsburg, WV
Pop. 18,935

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How we researched this page: Rent control rules are based on West Virginia state statutes. Rent data comes from HUD Fair Market Rents (FY2026) for Morgan County. Last updated: August 2026.
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Reviewed by Rachid Abadli

Founder & CEO, LeaseBase · Sacramento landlord · Self-managing since 2019

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