Tigard OR rent increase 2026 Oregon’s statewide 9.5% rent cap (ORS §90.323 / SB 611 2023) applies to covered Tigard buildings (certificate of occupancy 2010 or earlier). No local rent control. Washington County. All Tigard evictions file at Washington County Circuit Court, 150 N First Ave, Hillsboro OR 97124 — same court as Beaverton and Hillsboro. Tigard’s I-5/I-217 interchange provides direct access to Nike HQ (8 miles), Intel Hillsboro campus (15 miles), and downtown Portland (15–20 min). 90-day advance notice required; just-cause after 12 months; 31-day deposit return. 2026 rents: 1BR $1,300–$2,000; 2BR $1,700–$2,500.

Oregon statewide rent stabilization in Tigard — ORS §90.323 / SB 611

Tigard landlords with covered buildings (CO issued 2010 or earlier) are subject to Oregon’s 2026 rent cap of 9.5%. The formula under ORS §90.323 is 7% (statutory base) plus Oregon CPI-U (approximately 2.5% for 2026), with a hard ceiling of 10%. Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) announces the exact annual cap — confirm at OHCS.oregon.gov before serving any notice.

Coverage analysis for Tigard

Tigard’s rental stock is a mix of:

• Older apartments (1970s–2000s): The majority of Tigard’s multifamily rental inventory was built pre-2011 and is covered by the 9.5% cap. Especially prevalent near Washington Square Mall and along Scholls Ferry Road.
• Newer Tigard Triangle development: The Tigard Triangle (I-217/I-5/99W area) has seen significant new apartment construction since 2015 under the city’s Triangle Urban Planning Framework. Buildings with CO issued 2011+ are exempt from the cap but still require 90-day notice.
• Bull Mountain SFR: Suburban single-family homes on Bull Mountain (SW Scholls Ferry Rd corridor) were largely built in the 1990s–2000s. Most are covered by the cap if rented.

Practical example: Tigard rent increase calculation

Comparison to other Oregon cities at same income tier

Tigard, Beaverton, and Hillsboro are all in Washington County and share the same statewide 9.5% cap and the same courthouse (Washington County Circuit Court in Hillsboro). The legal framework is identical — the differentiating factors for Tigard landlords are market-specific (rents average 5–15% below Beaverton) and access-specific (I-5/I-217 access vs. Beaverton’s MAX Blue Line).

Oregon just-cause eviction in Tigard — ORS §90.427

After 12 months of tenancy, Oregon’s just-cause law applies:

• For-cause: Non-payment (72-hour cure / 6-day no-cure); material breach (30-day/14-day cure); substantial damage/nuisance (10-day no cure); drug/criminal (24-hour).
• No-fault: Qualifying reasons (owner move-in, demolition, remodel, sale, government order) + 90-day notice + one month’s rent relocation paid simultaneously with the notice. Void without payment.

Portland’s 3-month relocation rule does NOT apply in Tigard. Tigard landlords owe only the statewide one month’s rent for qualifying no-fault terminations.

Security deposit rules — ORS §90.300

No deposit cap in Oregon. Tigard practice: typically 1–1.5 months’ rent.

• Return within 31 calendar days of surrender + forwarding address.
• Include itemized accounting of all deductions.
• Wrongful withholding: 2× withheld + attorney fees.
• Non-refundable fees: must be separately labeled and separately agreed to in writing — ORS §90.302.

Major employers driving Tigard OR rental demand

Nike World Headquarters (commute hub)

Nike’s World Headquarters (1 Bowerman Drive, Beaverton) is approximately 8 miles north of central Tigard via I-217 North (15–25 min in moderate traffic). Tigard’s more affordable rents vs. Beaverton — typically 5–15% lower — make it a value alternative for Nike employees, particularly those in individual-contributor roles (compensation $80,000–$160,000) who cannot afford or choose not to pay Beaverton’s premium pricing. Estimated 500–1,000 Nike employees commute from Tigard.

Intel Corporation (Hillsboro campus access)

Intel’s Oregon campus (Hillsboro, ~15 miles northwest via I-217/OR-8) employs approximately 20,000–25,000 workers. Tigard serves as a bedroom community for Intel employees seeking lower rents than Hillsboro or Beaverton while maintaining reasonable commute access via I-217 North and Tualatin Valley Hwy. Manufacturing technicians and junior engineers ($65,000–$110,000) are particularly likely to choose Tigard for its value proposition.

Washington Square Mall and retail corridor

Washington Square (9585 SW Washington Square Rd, Tigard OR 97223) is one of the Portland metro’s largest regional malls, employing approximately 2,000–3,000 workers across Nordstrom, Macy’s, Target, and approximately 100+ specialty retailers and dining establishments. Mall retail workers ($15–$22/hour), food service staff, and management-level retail employees (GM compensation $60,000–$120,000) drive consistent demand for Tigard’s most affordable 1BR inventory.

Portland Community College — Tigard Center

PCC’s Tigard Center (at Washington Square; 9600 SW Washington Square Rd) serves thousands of credit and non-credit students in the Washington County corridor. Student-driven rental demand complements the broader Tigard workforce market, creating year-round demand for affordable 1BR and studio units near the I-217 corridor.

Providence Tigard Medical

The Providence Tigard Medical Center area (part of Providence Health’s Oregon network) provides outpatient and specialty healthcare for Washington County residents. Healthcare workers — nurses, techs, administrative staff — represent a consistent source of rental demand in Tigard’s mid-market segment ($1,400–$2,000/month 1BR).

Eviction process in Tigard / Washington County OR

All Tigard evictions file at the Washington County Circuit Court, 150 N First Ave, Hillsboro OR 97124, (503) 846-8888. Oregon eviction actions are Forcible Entry and Detainer (FED). This is the same court used for all of Washington County (Beaverton, Hillsboro, Tualatin, Sherwood).

Step 1: 72-hour notice to pay or vacate

Serve a written 72-hour notice under ORS §90.394. First offense: cure right (tenant may pay full balance within 72 hours). Second offense within 12 months: 6-day no-cure notice. Serve by personal delivery to an adult household member or conspicuous door posting.

Steps 2–4: FED filing, hearing, and lockout

File FED at Washington County Circuit Court after notice expires unpaid. Hearing within 6 calendar days (ORS §105.135). 10-day appeal period after judgment. Washington County Sheriff executes writ within 3–7 business days. Total uncontested: 3–4 weeks.

Self-help eviction prohibited — ORS §90.375; up to 2 months’ rent + attorney fees.

2026 rent ranges by Tigard neighborhood

Tigard rents average approximately 5–15% below Beaverton and 20–30% below Lake Oswego for equivalent unit types, reflecting Tigard’s lower walkability scores and fewer MAX stations compared to Beaverton’s Cedar Hills/Downtown corridor.

10 costliest Tigard OR landlord compliance mistakes

1. Exceeding the 9.5% cap on covered buildings: Increase voids entirely. Re-serve at or below cap.
2. Less than 90 days' notice: Void under ORS §90.600(11). Must completely re-serve.
3. Raising rent twice in 12 months: Both increases void — ORS §90.600(2).
4. Missing 31-day deposit return: Forfeits all deductions + 2× wrongful withholding penalty + attorney fees.
5. No-fault eviction without relocation payment: 1 month's rent required simultaneously with 90-day notice — ORS §90.427(8). Unpaid = void notice.
6. Applying Portland local rules in Tigard: Portland's 3-month relocation requirement, Portland-specific just-cause categories, and Portland's rental housing registry do NOT apply in Tigard. Follow Oregon state law only.
7. Metzger area confusion: Some properties near the Metzger unincorporated area may warrant county verification, though most Tigard-adjacent Metzger is Washington County (same courthouse: Hillsboro).
8. Bull Mountain CC&R violations: HOAs in Bull Mountain and Murrayhill areas may restrict rentals, subletting, or STR listings. Review CC&Rs before leasing.
9. 72-hour vs. 6-day notice confusion: First non-payment in 12 months = 72-hour cure notice. Second non-payment within 12 months = 6-day no-cure. Using the 6-day notice on a first offense deprives the tenant of their cure right and may void the notice.
10. Self-help eviction: Lock changes or utility shutoffs without a court writ violate ORS §90.375. Washington County enforces this penalty; up to 2 months' rent in actual damages plus attorney fees.

Tigard landlord compliance checklist (2026)

1. Verify building CO date: if 2010 or earlier, 9.5% cap applies. Confirm at OHCS.oregon.gov before any notice.
2. Serve rent increase notice at least 90 days before effective date in writing — ORS §90.600(11).
3. Track 12-month period since last increase per tenant — ORS §90.600(2).
4. Collect and document deposit with receipt, move-in inspection (photos), and forwarding address form.
5. Return deposit within 31 calendar days after surrender and forwarding address received — with itemized accounting.
6. For 12+ month tenants: qualifying reason + 90-day notice + one month's rent relocation simultaneously — ORS §90.427(8).
7. Non-payment (1st): 72-hour cure notice; file FED at Washington County Circuit Court (Hillsboro) after 72 hours unpaid.
8. Non-payment (2nd within 12 months): 6-day no-cure notice; file FED after 6 days.
9. Review HOA/CC&R for Bull Mountain, Murrayhill, or other planned unit developments before leasing — check for rental restrictions or STR prohibitions.
10. Honor SCRA for military tenants presenting activation orders.

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