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University Place, WA Rent Control 2026

University Place has no local rent control, but state rent control applies (7% cap). Know the rules before your next rent increase.

University Place does not have its own rent control ordinance, but Washington state rent control applies. The statewide cap is 7% + CPI (max 10%). Exceeding the state cap voids the increase.

Key Takeaways — University Place Rent Control

  • Local rent control: No local ordinance
  • State rent cap: 7%
  • Violation risk: Excess increases are void and tenants can recover overpayments

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Rent Control in University Place

University Place landlords must follow Washington state law on rent control. Understanding the specific rules, deadlines, and penalties can prevent costly violations.

7%

annual rent cap

$1,971

median 2BR rent

Penalty Warning

Violate Washington rent control rules in University Place and you could owe back-rent to tenants. At University Place's median rent of $1,971/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:

Steilacoom, WA
Pop. 6,610
Lakewood, WA
Pop. 62,303
DuPont, WA
Pop. 9,784
Puyallup, WA
Pop. 42,179
Milton, WA
Pop. 8,693

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How we researched this page: Rent control rules are based on Washington state statutes. Rent data comes from HUD Fair Market Rents (FY2026) for Pierce 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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