Rent control
Rent control in L'Île-Saint-Denis 2025
L'Île-Saint-Denis, a town within the Plaine Commune territorial authority, has been subject to rent control since June 1, 2021. The base rent of a listed dwelling is capped at the increased reference rent set by prefectural decree.
- Status
- Town subject to rent control
- Territory (EPT)
- Plaine Commune
- Rate sectors
- 1 (L'Île-Saint-Denis)
- Barème validity
- From June 1, 2025 to May 31, 2026
L'Île-Saint-Denis: profile and rental market
An island town set on the Seine, L'Île-Saint-Denis is the smallest in the EPCI; it hosts the 2024 Olympic Village converted into an eco-district.
Its limited supply is being renewed by new riverside housing; rental pressure is real despite the town's small size.
Check your rent ceiling
Enter the number of rooms, construction period and furnished status of your dwelling in L'Île-Saint-Denis to get the maximum authorized rent.
Open the rent-control checkerHow does rent control work?
In territories subject to rent control (article 140 of the ELAN law of 23 November 2018), the base rent of a listed dwelling cannot exceed the increased reference rent set each year by prefectural decree. This ceiling, expressed in €/m², depends on the town, the number of rooms, the construction period and whether the dwelling is furnished.
A rent supplement may be added to the ceiling only if the dwelling has exceptional location or comfort features; it must be justified in the lease and remains prohibited for dwellings rated F or G on the EPC. The reference rent and increased reference rent are mandatory mentions in the lease.
If the ceiling is exceeded, the tenant may refer the matter to the departmental conciliation commission, and the prefect may, after formal notice, impose an administrative fine of up to €5,000 for an individual landlord and €15,000 for a legal entity, in addition to refunding the overcharge.
FAQ
What is the maximum authorized rent in L'Île-Saint-Denis?
The base rent cannot exceed the increased reference rent (+20% of the reference rent) applicable in L'Île-Saint-Denis depending on the dwelling's characteristics, multiplied by the living area. Check this page's schedule, then use the checker for the exact amount.
Is L'Île-Saint-Denis subject to rent control?
Yes: L'Île-Saint-Denis is part of the Plaine Commune territorial authority, subject to rent control since June 1, 2021. The base rent is capped at the increased reference rent set by prefectural decree.
What does a landlord risk for exceeding the ceiling in L'Île-Saint-Denis?
The tenant can demand a rent reduction and a refund of the overcharge. After an unheeded formal notice, the prefect may impose an administrative fine of up to €5,000 for an individual and €15,000 for a legal entity.
Is a rent supplement possible?
A rent supplement may be added to the maximum base rent only if the dwelling has exceptional location or comfort features stated in the lease. It is prohibited for dwellings rated F or G on the EPC.