30 days
to return a deposit
Security deposit
South Carolina landlords have 30 days to return a security deposit after you move out and give a forwarding address.
State rules · SC
South Carolina landlord-tenant rules
The six rules landlords and renters ask about most in South Carolina, each with the statute it comes from.
30 days
landlord notice, month-to-month
Notice to vacate
In South Carolina, landlords and tenants must each give 30 days’ notice to end a month-to-month tenancy.
No cap
on late fees
Late fees
South Carolina law sets no dollar or percentage cap on late fees and no required grace period, so your lease sets the terms.
30 days
notice before an increase
Rent increase notice
South Carolina landlords must give at least 30 days’ notice before raising the rent on a month-to-month tenancy.
24 hours
notice before entry
Landlord entry
South Carolina landlords must give at least 24 hours’ notice before entering your home, except in an emergency.
$7,500
small claims limit
Not legal advice. Statutes change; check the linked section. The law behind each rule: South Carolina Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, S.C. Code Title 27, Chapter 40.
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