Dear Billy T and Somerville/Medford News Weekly Speakup Line,
Just toured a 3 bedroom house in Cambridge and the agent said there might be a $200-250 rent increase since there’s 4 of us moving in.
We are one couple, plus two friends (hence the three bedrooms). This seems unreasonable to me considering the house is 3 floors and could easily house a family of 4+. Is this allowed or can I argue it?

You’ll use more water won’t you, more wear and tear.
There are several answers to your question. Cambridge doesn’t have rent control. As your question is asked the short answer is yes. It’s allowed.