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Virginia Landlord-Tenant Laws

This overview summarizes common Virginia landlord-tenant topics using published statute references (Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act 55.1-1200). Laws change — confirm details with official sources.

Virginia at a glance: Security deposit limit: 2 months rent. Return deadline: 45 days after move-out. Month-to-month notice: 30 days. Source: Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act 55.1-1200.
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Security Deposit Laws

Maximum Deposit:

2 months rent

Return Deadline:

45 days after move-out

Interest Required:

No statutory requirement

Landlords should provide an itemized deduction list when withholding any portion of the deposit.

Eviction Notice Requirements

Nonpayment of Rent:

5 days notice

Lease Violation:

21 days notice

Court filing and service rules vary by county. Use our eviction timeline calculator for planning.

Notice to Vacate

Month-to-Month Lease:

30 days notice

Fixed-Term Lease:

No notice required if lease ends

Late Rent Fees

Grace Period:

5

Maximum Late Fee:

10% of rent or 10% of balance

Additional Regulations

Rent Control:

No statewide rent control

Landlord Entry Notice:

24 hours

Primary statute reference: Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act 55.1-1200

When to use Virginia document templates

Use LeaseCraft templates when you need editable PDF or DOCX lease and notice forms built for Virginia landlords and tenants. Start with the residential lease generator, then add notices from the sidebar.

Common mistakes in Virginia

  • Relying on verbal agreements instead of a written lease with required disclosures
  • Missing the 45-day security deposit return window
  • Serving eviction or termination notices with incorrect day counts

Frequently asked questions

In Virginia, the commonly cited limit is 2 months rent. Return timing is typically 45 days after move-out. Confirm current rules in Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act 55.1-1200.

Virginia month-to-month tenancies typically require 30 days written notice unless the lease specifies otherwise.

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