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Virginia Rental Market
Current rents by bedroom · top metro breakdowns · YoY trend
Mar 29, 2026
1 Bedroom
$1,539
2 Bedrooms
$1,793
3 Bedrooms
$2,650
YoY Trend
-2.7%
Days on Market
52d
Richmond S
23224
1BR$1,208
2BR$1,300
3BR$1,800
YoY
-1.7%
DOM
64.08d
Listings
184
Alexandria
22304
1BR$1,869
2BR$2,285
3BR$3,500
YoY
-3.8%
DOM
39.77d
Listings
280
Virginia Eviction Process
Complete timeline for removing a non-paying or violating tenant in Virginia
ESTIMATED TOTAL TIMELINE
Average total: 55 days from notice to possession. US average is ~50 days.
Security Deposit Rules
Virginia security deposit laws, limits, and return requirements
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Maximum Deposit
2 months
Per current statutes
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Return Deadline
14–45 days
After tenant vacates
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Itemization Required
Yes
Written itemization of deductions
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Interest Required
No
Required in some high-reg states
Rights & Responsibilities
What both parties are entitled to under Virginia law
✅ Landlord Rights
→No rent control
→Can require renters insurance
⚖️ Tenant Rights
→Habitability
→Repair & deduct
→Right to cure (VRLTA)
Required Disclosures
Items you must disclose to tenants in Virginia before or at lease signing
📄 Lead paint
📄 Move-in inspection
📄 Mold (visible)
Rent Control Status
Virginia rent increase and rent control laws
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No Rent Control in Virginia
Virginia 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%.
Virginia Landlord FAQs
Common questions answered — also powers Google rich results
How long does eviction take in Virginia?+
The average eviction timeline in Virginia is 55 days from notice to possession. The pay-or-quit notice period is 5 days. Filing fee is $25–$75.
What is the security deposit limit in Virginia?+
In Virginia, the security deposit maximum is 2 months. Landlords must return the deposit with an itemized statement of deductions.
Does Virginia have rent control?+
No. Virginia 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 Virginia?+
Landlords in Virginia must provide at least 24 hours written notice before entering a rental unit.
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