20 days
to return a deposit
State rules · DE
Delaware landlord-tenant rules
The six rules landlords and renters ask about most in Delaware, each with the statute it comes from.
60 days
landlord notice, month-to-month
Notice to vacate
In Delaware, landlords and tenants must each give 60 days’ notice to end a month-to-month tenancy.
5% of rent
late-fee cap
Late fees
Delaware landlords must wait 5 days after rent is due before charging a late fee, and the fee can’t be more than 5% of monthly rent.
60 days
notice before an increase
Rent increase notice
Delaware landlords must give at least 60 days’ notice before raising the rent on a month-to-month tenancy.
48 hours
notice before entry
Landlord entry
Delaware landlords must give at least 48 hours’ notice before entering your home, except in an emergency.
$25,000
small claims limit
Not legal advice. Statutes change; check the linked section. The law behind each rule: Delaware Residential Landlord-Tenant Code, Delaware Code Title 25, Part III (Chapters 51–59).
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