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Rent-stabilized
RENT stay-buh-lyzd
Local meaning
Covered by New York rent-stabilization rules that regulate leases, rent increases, and specific tenant protections.
Rent-stabilized is a legal housing status, not a synonym for inexpensive rent. Eligibility depends on the building, apartment history, law, and regulatory records, so tenants should verify status through official sources rather than relying only on a listing.
Example in context
- “They requested the rent history to confirm whether the unit was rent-stabilized.”
How it is used
New York housing and legal vocabulary; rules and eligibility can change over time.
neutral, legal and housing-specific
leases, apartment searches, tenant rights, rent histories
New York housing and legal vocabulary; rules and eligibility can change over time.
This dictionary entry is not legal advice. Rent stabilization and rent control are different systems, and official records should be checked for a particular apartment.
Spelling and scope
New York housing and legal vocabulary; rules and eligibility can change over time.
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Frequently asked questions
Does rent-stabilized mean the rent is cheap?
No. It describes a regulated legal status and set of protections, not a guaranteed low price.
Is rent stabilization the same as rent control?
No. They are separate forms of rent regulation with different eligibility rules and histories.
Read next
All words →Evidence and further reading
These sources support the regional association, dictionary sense, or broader spread. The entry remains open to correction from New York speakers and qualified reviewers.
- Rent StabilizedOffice of the New York City Public Advocate
Official overview of rent stabilization, tenant protections, rent histories, and the need to verify an apartment’s actual status.
- Rent Control FAQsNew York City Rent Guidelines Board
Official explanation distinguishing rent control, rent stabilization, and the broader category of rent-regulated apartments.