Russellville, IN Rent Control 2026
Russellville has no local rent control. Know the rules before your next rent increase.
Russellville does not have rent control. Indiana 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 — Russellville Rent Control
- Key rule: Local Rules Apply
- Violation risk: owe back-rent to tenants
Rent Control in Russellville
Russellville landlords must follow Indiana state law on rent control. Understanding the specific rules, deadlines, and penalties can prevent costly violations.
$1,030
median 2BR rent
Local Rules Apply
key requirement
Penalty Warning
Violate Indiana rent control rules in Russellville and you could owe back-rent to tenants. At Russellville's median rent of $1,030/month, even a single violation adds up fast.
Russellville Rental Market Context
Russellville is the 462nd-largest city in Indiana (population 312). With a median 2-bedroom rent of $1,030/month, it falls in the above-average range for Indiana rental costs — 2% above the state median of $1,008/month.
How Russellville Compares in Putnam County
Russellville ranks #7 of 7 cities in Putnam County by population. Because rent control rules are often tied to rent amounts, costs vary across the county.
| City | Population | Median Rent | Rent Cap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greencastle | 9,882 | $1,030/mo | No local cap |
| Cloverdale | 2,152 | $1,030/mo | No local cap |
| Roachdale | 861 | $1,030/mo | No local cap |
| Bainbridge | 706 | $1,030/mo | No local cap |
| Coatesville | 568 | $1,030/mo | No local cap |
| Fillmore | 549 | $1,030/mo | No local cap |
| Russellville | 312 | $1,030/mo | No local cap |
Rents based on HUD Fair Market Rents (FY2026) for Putnam County, Indiana. All cities follow Indiana state law unless a local ordinance applies.
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Rents based on HUD Fair Market Rents (FY2026) for Putnam County.
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