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Santa Fe, NM Rent Control 2026

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

Santa Fe does not have rent control. New Mexico does not impose a statewide rent cap. Landlords may raise rent by any amount with 30-day written notice. Retaliatory increases are prohibited.

This applies to properties in Santa Fe, NM. Check all requirements for your property →

Key Takeaways — Santa Fe Rent Control

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

Rent Control in Santa Fe

Santa Fe landlords must follow New Mexico state law on rent control. Understanding the specific rules, deadlines, and penalties can prevent costly violations.

$1,685

median 2BR rent

Local Rules Apply

key requirement

Penalty Warning

Violate New Mexico rent control rules in Santa Fe and you could owe back-rent to tenants. At Santa Fe's median rent of $1,685/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:

Pecos, NM
Pop. 1,380
Bernalillo, NM
Pop. 9,114
Las Vegas, NM
Pop. 12,905
San Ysidro, NM
Pop. 168
Edgewood, NM
Pop. 6,130

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

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

LeaseBase is a property management platform — not a law firm. Consult an attorney for legal advice specific to your situation.