Rhode Island Landlord-Tenant Laws
Complete 2026 guide to Rhode Island landlord laws — security deposits, eviction process, entry notice, and rent control status.
Landlord Score
3
out of 10
Tenant Leaning
Key Law Summary — Rhode Island
🏦
Security Deposit Max
1 month
📋
Eviction Notice
5 days (pay or quit)
⚡
Avg Eviction Timeline
65 days
🚪
Entry Notice Required
24 hours
💰
Late Fee Cap
None
⚖
Eviction Filing Fee
$80–$120
🏘️
Rent Control
None
❄️
Winter Eviction Ban
No
✅ Landlord Rights in Rhode Island
→Can evict holdover tenants
→No rent control
⚖ Tenant Rights in Rhode Island
→Repair & deduct
→Lead inspection rights
📋 Required Disclosures
✓ Lead paint
✓ Landlord identity
✓ Statement of condition
⚡ Eviction Timeline — Rhode Island
1
Serve Notice
5-day notice to pay or quit
2
Wait Period
Allow 5 days for tenant to comply
3
File Complaint
File at court — fee: $80–$120
4
Court Hearing
Attend hearing with documentation
5
Judgment & Writ
Total avg: 65 days start to finish
Local Court Resources
At a Glance
Landlord Score3/10
Eviction Avg65 days
Notice Period5 days
Entry Notice24hr