Rising Rents Seep Into Affordable Cities
The rising rents that are making apartments less affordable in the largest U.S. cities are headed toward smaller, less expensive markets.
How does rent control affect multifamily property values?
With rent control now in place for 2019, rent increases can no longer exceed 7%. How does this affect property values?
Landlords Say New Tenant-Screening Ordinance Unnecessary
Landlords testifying on new Portland city regulations on tenant screening and deposits were opposed to the new rules for various reasons.
Rent Growth Hits 10-Month High
A new report from Zillow says that rent growth has hit a 10-month high as appreciation in home values is dropping sharply.
Oregon House Passes First-In-Nation Rent Control Bill
A landmark first-in-the-nation rent-control bill, SB 608, has passed the Oregon House of Representatives and now heads to the desk of Gov. Kate Brown, who has said she will sign it.
Salem Oregon Rents
Average rents for a 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in the Salem area rose 54 percent in the last 10 years. Under a rent control bill in the Oregon legislature, those rents could have risen even higher.