30 days
to return a deposit
Security deposit
Massachusetts landlords have 30 days to return a security deposit after you move out.
State rules · MA
Massachusetts landlord-tenant rules
The six rules landlords and renters ask about most in Massachusetts, each with the statute it comes from.
30 days
landlord notice, month-to-month
Notice to vacate
In Massachusetts, landlords and tenants must each give 30 days’ notice to end a month-to-month tenancy.
No cap
on late fees
30 days
notice before an increase
Rent increase notice
Massachusetts landlords must give at least 30 days’ notice before raising the rent on a month-to-month tenancy.
No fixed period
notice before entry
$7,000
small claims limit
Not legal advice. Statutes change; check the linked section. The law behind each rule: Massachusetts General Laws ch. 186 (Estates for Years and at Will) and ch. 239 (Summary Process).
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