United States / Massachusetts
Highly regulated rental market with strong tenant protections, Boston-specific ordinances, and university-driven demand cycles.
Regulatory Framework
Massachusetts landlord-tenant law is governed by MGL Chapter 186 and related statutes. Massachusetts is one of the most tenant-protective states with strict security deposit handling rules, a habitability standard enforced by the State Sanitary Code, and a right of first refusal for tenants in condominium conversions. Security deposits are capped at one month's rent and must be held in a separate, interest-bearing escrow account at a Massachusetts bank. Landlords must provide a detailed receipt and annual interest statements. Boston has additional requirements including the Jim Brooks Stabilization Act for certain developments.
Key Rules at a Glance
Built for Massachusetts
Massachusetts has the strictest deposit handling rules in the US. Revun generates deposit receipts with all required information, tracks interest-bearing escrow accounts, and produces annual interest statements.
Massachusetts enforces habitability through the State Sanitary Code (105 CMR 410). Revun tracks code requirements, inspection schedules, and violation remediation timelines for all managed properties.
Boston's September 1 lease turnover cycle is unique nationally. Revun manages the compressed September turnover window with bulk move-in/move-out scheduling, inspection workflows, and deposit processing.
Massachusetts gives tenants a right of first refusal in condo conversions. Revun tracks conversion notifications, response deadlines, and relocation assistance requirements when they apply.
Coverage
Revun handles Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 186 (Estates for Years and at Will) compliance so you can focus on your portfolio.
