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New Hampshire
Landlord Laws
2026 Complete Guide

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

6
out of 10 · Balanced
📋
Notice Period
7 days
⏱️
Full Eviction
~45 days
💰
Deposit Max
1 month or $100
🔑
Entry Notice
None req.
💳
Late Fee Cap
None
Rent Control
No
Live Market Data · RentCast

New Hampshire Rental Market

Current rents by bedroom · top metro breakdowns · YoY trend

Mar 29, 2026
1 Bedroom
$1,633
2 Bedrooms
$2,000
3 Bedrooms
$2,398
YoY Trend
+4.6%
Days on Market
40d
Manchester
03103
1BR$1,616
2BR$1,900
3BR$2,200
YoY
+0.2%
DOM
40.26d
Listings
160
Concord
03301
1BR$1,650
2BR$2,100
3BR$2,595
YoY
+9.1%
DOM
39.2d
Listings
114

New Hampshire Eviction Process

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

01
Serve Notice
7-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 7 days, file an eviction complaint at your local court. Filing fee: $90–$155.
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
7d
Filing + Hearing (14d)
7d
Writ (17d)
Average total: 45 days from notice to possession. US average is ~50 days.

Security Deposit Rules

New Hampshire security deposit laws, limits, and return requirements

💰
Maximum Deposit
1 month or $100
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 New Hampshire law

✅ Landlord Rights
No rent control
Low filing fees
⚖️ Tenant Rights
Habitability
Deposit return in 30 days

Required Disclosures

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

📄 Lead paint
📄 Sprinkler systems

Rent Control Status

New Hampshire rent increase and rent control laws

No Rent Control in New Hampshire
New Hampshire 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).

New Hampshire Landlord FAQs

Common questions answered — also powers Google rich results

How long does eviction take in New Hampshire?+
The average eviction timeline in New Hampshire is 45 days from notice to possession. The pay-or-quit notice period is 7 days. Filing fee is $90–$155.
What is the security deposit limit in New Hampshire?+
In New Hampshire, the security deposit maximum is 1 month or $100. Landlords must return the deposit with an itemized statement of deductions.
Does New Hampshire have rent control?+
No. New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire?+
New Hampshire does not require advance notice before entering a rental unit by statute, though best practice is always to notify tenants.

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