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Tennessee Rental Market
Current rents by bedroom · top metro breakdowns · YoY trend
Mar 29, 2026
1 Bedroom
$868
2 Bedrooms
$1,245
3 Bedrooms
$1,698
YoY Trend
-8.8%
Days on Market
38d
Nashville S
37211
1BR$1,085
2BR$1,595
3BR$2,300
YoY
-15%
DOM
59.3d
Listings
280
Memphis SW
38109
1BR$650
2BR$895
3BR$1,095
YoY
-2.7%
DOM
16.96d
Listings
239
Tennessee Eviction Process
Complete timeline for removing a non-paying or violating tenant in Tennessee
ESTIMATED TOTAL TIMELINE
Average total: 30 days from notice to possession. US average is ~50 days.
Security Deposit Rules
Tennessee security deposit laws, limits, and return requirements
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Maximum Deposit
None
Per current statutes
📅
Return Deadline
14–45 days
After tenant vacates
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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 Tennessee law
✅ Landlord Rights
→No deposit cap
→No rent control
→Landlord-favorable URLTA provisions
⚖️ Tenant Rights
→Habitability
→14-day cure period
Required Disclosures
Items you must disclose to tenants in Tennessee before or at lease signing
📄 Lead paint
Rent Control Status
Tennessee rent increase and rent control laws
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No Rent Control in Tennessee
Tennessee 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). Late fees are subject to a cap: 10%.
Tennessee Landlord FAQs
Common questions answered — also powers Google rich results
How long does eviction take in Tennessee?+
The average eviction timeline in Tennessee is 30 days from notice to possession. The pay-or-quit notice period is 14 days. Filing fee is $80–$180.
What is the security deposit limit in Tennessee?+
In Tennessee, the security deposit maximum is None. Landlords must return the deposit with an itemized statement of deductions.
Does Tennessee have rent control?+
No. Tennessee 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 Tennessee?+
Landlords in Tennessee must provide at least 24 hours written notice before entering a rental unit.
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