Landlord tools · Tennessee
Everything a Tennessee lease must get right in 2026 — deposit limits, late fees, notice periods, and required disclosures — plus a free builder that applies each rule for you and outputs a signable PDF.
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Tennessee doesn't cap security deposits by statute — most landlords charge one to two months' rent. No statutory limit After the tenancy ends, the deposit must be returned within 30 days. Itemized list; deposit must sit in a dedicated account, tenant told its location Returning one now? Use the free Tennessee deposit return letter generator — it computes the deadline and itemizes deductions for you.
Tennessee limits late fees: 10% of the past-due amount. Rent must be at least 5 day(s) late before a fee can be charged. 5-day grace including due date; extended past Sunday/legal holiday.
Tennessee has no fixed entry-notice statute — reasonable notice is the standard, and the lease should spell it out. No general advance notice; 24-hour notice required to show unit in final 30 days. Ending a month-to-month tenancy takes 30 days' written notice (30 days' written notice). No statute; effectively 30 days via month-to-month term change. Planning an increase? The free Tennessee rent increase notice generator applies the notice period automatically.
Utilities: No specific statute; lease should assign utilities. URLTA applies only in counties over 75,000 population. Pets: No statute on pet deposits or fees; lease governs. Assistance animals exempt from pet charges.
How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Tennessee?
Tennessee has no statutory limit on security deposits — one to two months' rent is customary. No statutory limit
How long does a Tennessee landlord have to return the deposit?
30 days after the tenancy ends. Itemized list; deposit must sit in a dedicated account, tenant told its location
Are late fees limited in Tennessee?
Yes — 10% of the past-due amount. 5-day grace including due date; extended past Sunday/legal holiday A 5-day grace period is required before charging a fee.
How much notice before a landlord can enter the unit in Tennessee?
Tennessee has no fixed statutory period — reasonable notice applies. No general advance notice; 24-hour notice required to show unit in final 30 days
Does Tennessee have rent control?
No statewide rent control. State preemption
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Key statutes: Tenn. Code § 66-28-201(d) · § 66-28-301 · § 66-28-403 · § 66-28-512. Last reviewed 2026-07. This guide summarizes state law for convenience and is not legal advice; cities and counties may add their own rules.