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Tennessee Landlord-Tenant Laws

A summary of Tennessee rules for security deposits, entry notice, late fees, rent increases, and required disclosures.

This is a general summary for informational purposes, not legal advice. Laws change and local ordinances can add requirements beyond state law — verify current rules with your state's official statutes or an attorney before relying on this for an actual tenancy.

Security deposit limitNo statewide statutory limit
Interest on deposit requiredNo tenant interest requirement; separate account required
Deposit return deadline30 Days days
Entry notice required24 in URLTA counties; otherwise lease/common law
Late fee limitUp to 10% of past-due rent
Late fee grace period5
Rent increase notice30
Eviction notice period14

Required disclosures in Tennessee

  • • Federal lead-based paint
  • • owner/agent disclosures
  • • showings within final 30 days if in lease

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