Does Removing Rent Control Actually Lower Rent? The Buenos Aires Housing Paradox

In this episode, we dive deep into the surprising economic effects of removing rent control in Buenos Aires. Here are the top 5 key discussion points: How Buenos Aires’ unique rent control policies, including three-year lease mandates and peso payments, created a housing shortage. The unexpected increase in available rental properties and lower prices after the removal of rent control. What accessory dwelling units (ADUs) are and how they played a role in the housing market transformation. The “filtering effect” and how luxury apartments can indirectly lower rents in older units. How the Buenos Aires case compares to other cities like Ontario and Boston, which experienced different outcomes after changing rent control policies. Want to learn more? Check out our detailed blog post here: Does Removing Rent Control Actually Lower Rent? The Buenos Aires Housing Paradox