State FRBO Guide
Rent Your Property in Oregon
Without a Property Manager
Oregon-specific lease requirements, security deposit rules, rent control status, and the tools you need to rent it yourself.
Oregon Rental Laws at a Glance
Oregon law (ORS § 90.220) requires that landlords provide a written rental agreement upon request. Practically, a written lease is essential given Oregon's complex just-cause eviction and rent control rules.
Under SB 608 (2019), just cause is required for most evictions and non-renewals. Fixed-term leases provide more certainty for landlords than month-to-month.
- ›Move-in checklist (ORS § 90.300)
- ›Landlord name and address (ORS § 90.305)
- ›Flood hazard zone disclosure
- ›Lead paint disclosure (pre-1978)
Must be returned within 31 days with itemized deductions.
Oregon was the first state to enact statewide rent control. Annual increases capped at 7% + CPI (max 10%) for buildings over 15 years old. New construction is exempt for 15 years.
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Get Moving Quotes →Frequently Asked Questions — Oregon Landlords
Is a written lease required in Oregon?
Oregon law (ORS § 90.220) requires that landlords provide a written rental agreement upon request. Practically, a written lease is essential given Oregon's complex just-cause eviction and rent control rules.
What is the security deposit limit in Oregon?
The limit is No statutory limit. Must be returned within 31 days with itemized deductions.
Is there rent control in Oregon?
Statewide (SB 608, 2019). Oregon was the first state to enact statewide rent control. Annual increases capped at 7% + CPI (max 10%) for buildings over 15 years old. New construction is exempt for 15 years.
What disclosures are required in Oregon lease agreements?
Required disclosures and clauses include: Move-in checklist (ORS § 90.300); Landlord name and address (ORS § 90.305); Flood hazard zone disclosure; Lead paint disclosure (pre-1978).
What is the lease term limit in Oregon?
No term limits, but fixed-term leases have special rules. Under SB 608 (2019), just cause is required for most evictions and non-renewals. Fixed-term leases provide more certainty for landlords than month-to-month.
This information is for general guidance only and may not reflect recent legislative changes. Not legal advice.
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