In 2025, the increase in rent will be marked by the application of a new reference index that will directly influence rental contracts in Cambrils, Tarragona and the rest of Spain. Both tenants and owners must be informed about how this change may affect their contracts and rights.
What is the new rental benchmark?
The new benchmark is a mechanism approved by the Government to limit excessive increases in rental prices in the local market. Its aim is to provide a balance between tenant protection and fair returns for landlords .
This index, prepared by the National Statistics Institute (INE), will be updated monthly and will be mandatorily applicable to contracts signed from May 25, 2023 , the date of entry into force of the new Housing Law.
For contracts prior to this date, the reference to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) is maintained to update rents, although the parties may agree to apply the new index.
The IRAV ( the reference index for housing update) is calculated by taking the minimum value between the annual rate of change of the CPI, the annual rate of change of underlying inflation and the adjusted average rate of change.
How does it work and who does it affect?
From 2025, this index will be mandatory for all rental contracts for primary residences in areas declared as stressed, which could include municipalities such as Cambrils and Tarragona.
The index establishes a maximum percentage of annual rent increase and replaces the CPI as the main reference. Landlords will only be able to increase rent up to the limit allowed by this index, with very specific exceptions such as significant improvements to the home.
This change mainly affects:
Tenants : Guarantees greater stability and predictability in rent increases.
Landlords : Limit increases, but ensure a clear legal framework for rent adjustments.
How to know how much your rent can go up in 2025?
To help tenants and landlords calculate precisely how much the rent can increase, the Ministry of Housing has enabled an official calculator . This tool allows, by entering the contract data and the location of the property, to obtain the exact percentage of increase allowed according to the new index. You can access the calculator at the following link: Official calculator of the Ministry of Housing .
Why is it important to use the official calculator?
Reliability It is the official source of the Government.
Transparency : Offers results based on updated data and official criteria.
Ease of use : Only requires basic contract information.
Access the official calculator from the Ministry of Housing to ensure that any rent adjustment complies with current regulations.
The implementation of the new reference index in 2025 will change the way rent increases are calculated in Cambrils and throughout Spain. Whether you are a tenant or a landlord, it is essential to be informed and use official tools such as the Ministry of Housing calculator to avoid conflicts and ensure a fair and legal rent. Consult the calculator today and be informed about your rights and obligations!
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