Rental Property Rules in Middlesex County, MA (2026)

3 county-level rules, plus city-specific rules for 5 cities in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.

Verified from official government sources

Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of Middlesex County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply — see the city list below.

Rent Control

Rent control is prohibited statewide under MGL c.40P. Cambridge and Brookline lost rent control in 1995 and no Middlesex County city may impose rent limits today.

Rent Control in Middlesex County

Few Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Just Cause Eviction

Massachusetts has no statewide just cause eviction law. Landlords may terminate tenancies at-will with 30 days notice under MGL c.186 s.12 for any non-discriminatory reason.

Just Cause Eviction in Middlesex County

Few Restrictions

Full ordinance details →Official source ↗

Rental Registration

Several Middlesex County cities require rental unit registration and inspection. Cambridge, Somerville, Everett, Malden, and Lowell operate active rental inspection programs.