Oregon Tenant Rights
Oregon was the first state to enact statewide rent control (2019). Portland has additional local protections.
Security Deposit
- Maximum allowed
- No statutory limit
- Return deadline
- 31 days
- Itemized deductions required
- Yes
Landlord Entry
- Notice required
- 24 hours
- Emergency exception
- Yes — landlord may enter without notice in genuine emergencies
Notice to Vacate
- Month-to-month
- 30 days (tenant) / 90 days with cause (landlord, SB 608)
- Fixed-term lease
- Landlord must provide 90-day notice with qualifying reason for non-renewal (if 1+ year tenancy)
Rent Control
- Statewide rent control
- Yes
- Local ordinances allowed
- Yes
- Details
- SB 608 (2019): rent increases capped at 7% + CPI per year. Just-cause eviction required after first year. First state to pass statewide rent control.
Late Fees & Grace Period
- Grace period
- 4 days
- Late fee limit
- 5% of monthly rent or a reasonable flat amount
Early Lease Termination
Strong protections. Early termination for military deployment, domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, uninhabitable conditions. Landlord must mitigate.
Key Statutes & Laws
- Oregon Revised Statutes Ch. 90
- SB 608 (2019, rent control + just cause eviction)
Frequently Asked Questions — Oregon Tenant Rights
What is the security deposit limit in Oregon?
In Oregon, the security deposit limit is No statutory limit. Landlords must return the deposit within 31 days.
How much notice must a Oregon landlord give before entering?
Oregon requires 24 hours before landlord entry. Emergencies are exempt from notice requirements.
Does Oregon have rent control?
SB 608 (2019): rent increases capped at 7% + CPI per year. Just-cause eviction required after first year. First state to pass statewide rent control.
Can I break my lease early in Oregon?
Strong protections. Early termination for military deployment, domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, uninhabitable conditions. Landlord must mitigate.
What is the late fee grace period in Oregon?
4 days. Late fee limit: 5% of monthly rent or a reasonable flat amount.
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This guide provides general information about Oregon tenant rights and is not legal advice. Laws change — always verify current statutes with your local tenant rights organization or a licensed attorney. Last updated March 2026.