New Mexico Landlord-Tenant Laws
Complete 2026 guide to New Mexico landlord laws — security deposits, eviction process, entry notice, and rent control status.
Landlord Score
4
out of 10
Tenant Leaning
Key Law Summary — New Mexico
🏦
Security Deposit Max
1 month
📋
Eviction Notice
3 days (pay or quit)
⚡
Avg Eviction Timeline
55 days
🚪
Entry Notice Required
24 hours
💰
Late Fee Cap
10%
⚖
Eviction Filing Fee
$50–$100
🏘️
Rent Control
None
❄️
Winter Eviction Ban
No
✅ Landlord Rights in New Mexico
→Can charge 10% late fee
→No statewide rent control
⚖ Tenant Rights in New Mexico
→Repair & deduct
→Habitability
📋 Required Disclosures
✓ Lead paint
✓ Furnishings list
⚡ Eviction Timeline — New Mexico
1
Serve Notice
3-day notice to pay or quit
2
Wait Period
Allow 3 days for tenant to comply
3
File Complaint
File at court — fee: $50–$100
4
Court Hearing
Attend hearing with documentation
5
Judgment & Writ
Total avg: 55 days start to finish
Local Court Resources
At a Glance
Landlord Score4/10
Eviction Avg55 days
Notice Period3 days
Entry Notice24hr