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Mülheim an der Ruhr · Nordrhein-Westfalen

Mietpreisbremse Mülheim an der Ruhr

Check for free whether your rent in Mülheim an der Ruhr is too high — based on the Mietspiegel Mülheim an der Ruhr 2026.

Mietspiegel 2026
Regulation in force since 01.07.2022
§ 556d BGB

Does the Mietpreisbremse apply in Mülheim an der Ruhr?

Yes — Mülheim an der Ruhr (Nordrhein-Westfalen) has been classified as an area with a tense housing market since 01.07.2022. This means the Mietpreisbremse applies under § 556d BGB: rent at the start of a new tenancy may not exceed the local reference rent by more than 10 %.

The calculation is based on the Mietspiegel Mülheim an der Ruhr 2026 (https://cms.muelheim-ruhr.de/sites/default/files/2026-01/Mietspiegel-2026_.pdf).

Frequently asked questions about the Mietpreisbremse in Mülheim an der Ruhr

How high is the reference rent (Vergleichsmiete) in Mülheim an der Ruhr?

The reference rent in Mülheim an der Ruhr depends on the year of construction, size, and location of the apartment. The Mietspiegel Mülheim an der Ruhr 2026 provides a benchmark for each combination. Our calculator shows you your personal estimated value.

When did the Mietpreisbremse come into force in Mülheim an der Ruhr?

In Mülheim an der Ruhr, the Mietpreisbremse has been in force since 01.07.2022. It applies to all tenancy agreements concluded after that date.

What can I do if my rent may be too high?

Under § 556g BGB, sending a written notice (Rüge) to your landlord is the recommended first step. A potential repayment could be possible from the date the landlord receives that notice. Our tool helps you create a template letter.

Does the Mietpreisbremse apply to newly built apartments in Mülheim an der Ruhr?

No — apartments first occupied and rented out after 1 October 2014 are exempt from the Mietpreisbremse under § 556f BGB.

Is the Mietpreisbremse in Mülheim an der Ruhr constitutional?

Yes — the Federal Court of Justice (BGH) confirmed in its judgment VIII ZR 45/19 (2020) that the Mietpreisbremse is constitutional. The regulation in Mülheim an der Ruhr has also been upheld by the courts.

Last updated: April 2025