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Florida
Landlord Laws
2026 Complete Guide

Everything a landlord needs to know about Florida law — eviction process, security deposits, entry rights, rent control status, and local court resources.

8
out of 10 · Landlord Friendly
📋
Notice Period
3 days
⏱️
Full Eviction
~30 days
💰
Deposit Max
None
🔑
Entry Notice
12 hrs
💳
Late Fee Cap
None
Rent Control
No
Live Market Data · RentCast

Florida Rental Market

Current rents by bedroom · top metro breakdowns · YoY trend

Mar 29, 2026
1 Bedroom
$1,248
2 Bedrooms
$1,598
3 Bedrooms
$2,195
YoY Trend
-13.5%
Days on Market
63d
Orlando East
32822
1BR$1,295
2BR$1,595
3BR$1,990
YoY
-5.9%
DOM
60.7d
Listings
402
Tampa
33614
1BR$1,200
2BR$1,600
3BR$2,400
YoY
-21.1%
DOM
66.03d
Listings
162

Florida Eviction Process

Complete timeline for removing a non-paying or violating tenant in Florida

01
Serve Notice
3-day written notice for non-payment of rent. Must be delivered personally or posted on door.
02
File Complaint
If tenant fails to pay or vacate after 3 days, file an eviction complaint at your local court. Filing fee: $185–$400.
03
Court Hearing
Hearing typically scheduled 7–14 days after filing. Bring your lease, all notices, rent ledger, and any communications with the tenant.
04
Judgment & Possession
If you win, the court issues a judgment for possession. Tenant typically has 24–72 hours to vacate. If not, obtain a writ of possession.
ESTIMATED TOTAL TIMELINE
3d
Filing + Hearing (14d)
Judgment (7d)
Writ (6d)
Average total: 30 days from notice to possession. US average is ~50 days.

Security Deposit Rules

Florida security deposit laws, limits, and return requirements

💰
Maximum Deposit
None
Per current statutes
📅
Return Deadline
14–45 days
After tenant vacates
📋
Itemization Required
Yes
Written itemization of deductions
📈
Interest Required
No
Required in some high-reg states

Rights & Responsibilities

What both parties are entitled to under Florida law

✅ Landlord Rights
Fast eviction
No deposit cap
Preempts local rent control
⚖️ Tenant Rights
7-day cure for non-monetary breach
Deposit return in 15–60 days

Required Disclosures

Items you must disclose to tenants in Florida before or at lease signing

📄 Lead paint
📄 Radon
📄 Sinkholes

Rent Control Status

Florida rent increase and rent control laws

No Rent Control in Florida
Florida has no statewide rent control law. You can raise rents by any amount with proper notice (typically 30 days for month-to-month, or at lease end for fixed terms).

Florida Landlord FAQs

Common questions answered — also powers Google rich results

How long does eviction take in Florida?+
The average eviction timeline in Florida is 30 days from notice to possession. The pay-or-quit notice period is 3 days. Filing fee is $185–$400.
What is the security deposit limit in Florida?+
In Florida, the security deposit maximum is None. Landlords must return the deposit with an itemized statement of deductions.
Does Florida have rent control?+
No. Florida has no statewide rent control. You can raise rents by any amount with proper notice — typically 30 days for month-to-month tenancies.
How much entry notice is required in Florida?+
Landlords in Florida must provide at least 12 hours written notice before entering a rental unit.

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