Oregon Month-to-Month Lease Overview
Oregon month-to-month leases are governed by the Oregon Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (ORS Chapter 90) and SB 608 (statewide rent stabilization).
Oregon enacted groundbreaking tenant protections with SB 608 in 2019, becoming the first state with statewide rent control. Rent increases are capped at 7% plus CPI annually, 90 days notice is required for increases, and just cause is needed for evictions after the first year.
30/60/90 days
Notice to terminate
90 days
Rent increase notice
1 month
Security deposit limit
5% of monthly rent
Late fee rules
Oregon Month-to-Month Termination Notice Requirements
Oregon requires tenants to give 30 days notice. Landlords must give 60 days (90 days in Portland metro for tenancies over 1 year). Just cause is required for tenancies over 1 year.
Important: Written Notice Required
Oregon requires that termination notice be in writing. Verbal notice is generally not sufficient and may not be enforceable in court. Keep a copy of any notice you send or receive, and consider using certified mail or hand-delivery with a witness to prove delivery.
Oregon Rent Increase Notice Periods
Oregon requires 90 days notice for any rent increase under SB 608. Annual increases are capped at 7% plus CPI.
How to Create a Oregon Month-to-Month Lease
Follow these steps to create a legally compliant month-to-month lease agreement for Oregon.
Identify the Parties and Property
Include the full legal names of the landlord and all tenants, the complete rental property address (including unit number), and the date the lease begins. Specify that this is a month-to-month tenancy that automatically renews.
Set the Rent and Payment Terms
State the monthly rent amount, the due date, acceptable payment methods, any grace period, and late fee terms. Under Oregon law, be sure to comply with any state requirements for grace periods and late fee limits.
Document the Security Deposit
Record the security deposit amount, how it will be held, conditions for deductions, and the return timeline. Oregon limits security deposits to 1 month and has specific requirements for how and when the deposit must be returned.
Include Notice Requirements
Clearly state the required notice period for termination (30/60/90 days in Oregon) and rent increases (90 days). Include how notice must be delivered (certified mail, hand delivery, etc.) and when the notice period begins.
Add House Rules and Sign
Include provisions for pets, guests, noise, parking, maintenance responsibilities, and any other rules. Both landlord and tenant should sign and date the agreement. Provide copies to all parties.
Official Oregon Resources
Use these official resources to verify Oregon landlord-tenant requirements and access state government information.
Other Oregon Lease Agreement Types
Need a different type of lease agreement for Oregon? We offer state-specific templates for every type of rental arrangement.
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Oregon Month-to-Month Lease FAQ
Answers to common questions about Oregon month-to-month lease agreements, notice requirements, and tenant rights.
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