State Landlord-Tenant Laws

Landlord-Tenant Statutes, State-by-State

This is the chart you need if you're trying to find your state's landlord-tenant laws.

Chart: Deadline for Returning Security Deposits, State-by-State

State deadlines for itemizing and returning tenants' security deposits.

Chart: Security Deposit Limits, State-by-State

Learn how much security deposit a landlord can charge in your state.

State Laws on Landlord's Access to Rental Property

State rules on when and how landlords may enter tenant rental units.

50-State Chart of Small Claims Court Dollar Limits

Find the small claims court dollar limits for any state.

State Laws on Unconditional Quit Terminations

State rules on when a landlord can order a tenant to move out on short notice.

State Laws on Handling Abandoned Property

Where to find your state landlord-tenant law on abandoned property.

State Laws on Termination for Violation of Lease

Learn the time limits required before a landlord may evict a tenant for violating a lease.

State Laws on Landlord's Duty to Rerent When a Tenant Breaks a Lease

If you break a lease early, you might need to pay rent through the end of the lease term. Find out if your state requires landlords to try to find a new tenant.

Security Deposit Limits and Deadlines in Your State

Learn about your state's laws.