Westport, WA Rent Control 2026
Westport has no local rent control. Know the rules before your next rent increase.
Westport does not have rent control. Washington 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 Westport, WA. Check all requirements for your property →
Key Takeaways — Westport Rent Control
- Key rule: Local Rules Apply
- Violation risk: owe back-rent to tenants
Rent Control in Westport
Westport landlords must follow Washington state law on rent control. Understanding the specific rules, deadlines, and penalties can prevent costly violations.
$1,216
median 2BR rent
Local Rules Apply
key requirement
Penalty Warning
Violate Washington rent control rules in Westport and you could owe back-rent to tenants. At Westport's median rent of $1,216/month, even a single violation adds up fast.
Westport Rental Market Context
Westport is the 158th-largest city in Washington (population 2,286). With a median 2-bedroom rent of $1,216/month, it falls in the moderate range for Washington rental costs — 11% below the state median of $1,374/month.
How Westport Compares in Grays Harbor County
Westport ranks #6 of 9 cities in Grays Harbor County by population. Because rent control rules are often tied to rent amounts, costs vary across the county.
| City | Population | Median Rent | Rent Cap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdeen | 17,014 | $1,216/mo | No local cap |
| Hoquiam | 8,789 | $1,216/mo | No local cap |
| Ocean Shores | 7,549 | $1,216/mo | No local cap |
| Montesano | 4,179 | $1,216/mo | No local cap |
| Elma | 3,460 | $1,216/mo | No local cap |
| Westport | 2,286 | $1,216/mo | No local cap |
| McCleary | 2,037 | $1,216/mo | No local cap |
| Cosmopolis | 1,666 | $1,216/mo | No local cap |
| Oakville | 728 | $1,216/mo | No local cap |
Rents based on HUD Fair Market Rents (FY2026) for Grays Harbor County, Washington. All cities follow Washington state law unless a local ordinance applies.
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Rents based on HUD Fair Market Rents (FY2026) for Grays Harbor County.
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