Glossary Term
A month-to-month tenancy is a rental arrangement that continues for successive one-month periods without a fixed end date. Either party can typically end it by giving proper written notice (usually 30 days, sometimes more), and rent can often be changed with similar notice.
In short
A month-to-month tenancy is a rental arrangement that continues for successive one-month periods without a fixed end date. Either party can typically end it by giving proper written notice (usually 30 days, sometimes more), and rent can often be changed with similar notice.
Month-to-month tenancies offer flexibility but less stability. Landlords can raise rent or end the tenancy with proper notice (subject to law). Knowing notice periods and rent-increase rules helps you plan and protect your rights.
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Usually 30 days, but state and local law (and sometimes the lease) may require more—e.g., 60 days in some places. Notice is typically required to be in writing and given before the next rent period.
Generally yes, with proper notice as required by state law (often 30 days). Amount may be limited by rent control. The increase must not be retaliatory or discriminatory.
You often become a month-to-month tenant under the same terms except duration. Some leases state this explicitly. Rent increases and termination then follow month-to-month rules and notice requirements.
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