👉 Rent fumes refer to the widespread dissatisfaction and frustration among tenants in urban areas, particularly in cities with rapidly increasing property values and limited housing supply. As rents rise, many renters find themselves paying more for smaller, often outdated apartments than they could afford elsewhere, leading to financial strain and a sense of being priced out of their own communities. This has sparked protests, calls for policy reforms, and increased political activism, as tenants demand better protections, more affordable housing options, and greater transparency from landlords and local governments.
