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Mississippi
Landlord Laws
2026 Complete Guide

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

9
out of 10 · Landlord Friendly
📋
Notice Period
3 days
⏱️
Full Eviction
~20 days
💰
Deposit Max
None
🔑
Entry Notice
None req.
💳
Late Fee Cap
None
Rent Control
No
Live Market Data · RentCast

Mississippi Rental Market

Current rents by bedroom · top metro breakdowns · YoY trend

Mar 29, 2026
1 Bedroom
$767
2 Bedrooms
$1,024
3 Bedrooms
$1,323
YoY Trend
-1.3%
Days on Market
58d
Jackson W
39209
1BR$700
2BR$847
3BR$995
YoY
-2.6%
DOM
64d
Listings
38
Gulfport N
39503
1BR$834
2BR$1,200
3BR$1,650
YoY
0%
DOM
51.83d
Listings
125

Mississippi Eviction Process

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

01
Serve Notice
3-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 3 days, file an eviction complaint at your local court. Filing fee: $60–$140.
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)
3d
Average total: 20 days from notice to possession. US average is ~50 days.

Security Deposit Rules

Mississippi 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 Mississippi law

✅ Landlord Rights
No deposit cap
No entry notice required
No rent control
Fastest eviction timeline
⚖️ Tenant Rights
Basic habitability

Required Disclosures

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

📄 Lead paint

Rent Control Status

Mississippi rent increase and rent control laws

No Rent Control in Mississippi
Mississippi 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).

Mississippi Landlord FAQs

Common questions answered — also powers Google rich results

How long does eviction take in Mississippi?+
The average eviction timeline in Mississippi is 20 days from notice to possession. The pay-or-quit notice period is 3 days. Filing fee is $60–$140.
What is the security deposit limit in Mississippi?+
In Mississippi, the security deposit maximum is None. Landlords must return the deposit with an itemized statement of deductions.
Does Mississippi have rent control?+
No. Mississippi 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 Mississippi?+
Mississippi does not require advance notice before entering a rental unit by statute, though best practice is always to notify tenants.

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