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Indiana
Landlord Laws
2026 Complete Guide

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

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

Indiana Rental Market

Current rents by bedroom · top metro breakdowns · YoY trend

Mar 29, 2026
1 Bedroom
$822
2 Bedrooms
$1,010
3 Bedrooms
$1,393
YoY Trend
+12.6%
Days on Market
35d
Indianapolis
46219
1BR$799
2BR$1,025
3BR$1,390
YoY
+10.8%
DOM
36.58d
Listings
165
Fort Wayne
46805
1BR$845
2BR$995
3BR$1,395
YoY
+14.4%
DOM
34.01d
Listings
103

Indiana Eviction Process

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

01
Serve Notice
10-day written notice for non-payment of rent. No special delivery method required by statute.
02
File Complaint
If tenant fails to pay or vacate after 10 days, file an eviction complaint at your local court. Filing fee: $86–$120.
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
Notice (10d)
Filing + Hearing (14d)
Judgment (7d)
3d
Average total: 30 days from notice to possession. US average is ~50 days.

Security Deposit Rules

Indiana 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 Indiana law

✅ Landlord Rights
No deposit cap
No entry notice required
No rent control
⚖️ Tenant Rights
Habitability
Security deposit return in 45 days

Required Disclosures

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

📄 Lead paint
📄 Move-in inspection

Rent Control Status

Indiana rent increase and rent control laws

No Rent Control in Indiana
Indiana 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).

Indiana Landlord FAQs

Common questions answered — also powers Google rich results

How long does eviction take in Indiana?+
The average eviction timeline in Indiana is 30 days from notice to possession. The pay-or-quit notice period is 10 days. Filing fee is $86–$120.
What is the security deposit limit in Indiana?+
In Indiana, the security deposit maximum is None. Landlords must return the deposit with an itemized statement of deductions.
Does Indiana have rent control?+
No. Indiana 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 Indiana?+
Indiana does not require advance notice before entering a rental unit by statute, though best practice is always to notify tenants.

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