State Tenant Law Guides
Quick references on security deposits, rent increases, and eviction rules for renters and landlords.
Tennessee follows the Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act in counties with populations over 75,000. Smaller counties operate under common-law landlord-tenant rules.
Texas is one of the most landlord-friendly states. Texas Property Code Chapter 92 governs residential leases.
Georgia gives landlords substantial discretion at lease signing but does require deposits to be held in escrow for landlords with more than 10 units.
Colorado has tightened tenant protections since 2021, including caps on move-in fees, restrictions on rent increases for mobile homes, and a 60-day deposit return requirement.
New York has some of the strongest tenant protections in the United States, especially for rent-stabilized buildings.
Massachusetts is one of the most tenant-friendly states. Security deposit handling is strictly regulated.
California's AB 1482 (2019) created statewide rent and eviction protections for many tenants.