30 days
to return a deposit
State rules · WA
Washington landlord-tenant rules
The six rules landlords and renters ask about most in Washington, each with the statute it comes from.
60 days
landlord notice, month-to-month
Notice to vacate
In Washington, a landlord must give 60 days’ notice to end a month-to-month tenancy, and a tenant must give 20 days’ notice.
No cap
on late fees
90 days
notice before an increase
Rent increase notice
Washington landlords must give at least 90 days’ notice before raising the rent on a month-to-month tenancy.
48 hours
notice before entry
Landlord entry
Washington landlords must give at least 48 hours’ notice before entering your home, except in an emergency.
$10,000
small claims limit
Not legal advice. Statutes change; check the linked section. The law behind each rule: Residential Landlord-Tenant Act, RCW Chapter 59.18; Unlawful Detainer, RCW Chapter 59.12.
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