June 2026 Rent Increase Rate Announced: Inflation Figures and Maximum Cap

According to the released data, consumer inflation (CPI) in May was 1.71% on a monthly basis and 32.61% on an annual basis. In line with these figures, the 12-month average CPI, which is accepted as the legal upper limit for rent increases, became 32.24%.

📌 Highlights

• Legal Cap is 32.24%: Landlords will not be able to increase rent above this rate for residential and commercial tenants whose contracts are up for renewal in June.

• Slight Decrease Compared to Last Month: The maximum increase rate, which stood at 32.43% in May, decreased slightly this month to 32.24%.

• Binding Nature: This rate, determined under the Code of Obligations, represents the highest limit that property owners can apply. However, the parties can mutually agree on a lower increase rate.

📊 How to Calculate the June 2026 Rent Increase?

According to the official data, the maximum increase rate applicable to lease agreements renewed in June is 32.24%. A sample calculation based on this rate is as follows:

• Current Monthly Rent: 20,000.00 TL

• Legal Increase Rate: 32.24%

• Maximum Allowed Increase Amount: 6,448.00 TL

• New Monthly Rent: 26,448.00 TL

• New Total Annual Rent: 317,376.00 TL

Note: This announced rate represents the legal upper limit that property owners can implement. The parties may agree on a lower amount through mutual consent, but going above this rate is legally forbidden.