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Maine Landlord-Tenant Laws 2026
Security deposit limits, eviction notice requirements, rent increase rules, and every compliance deadline for Maine landlords. 23 cities covered.
Based on Maine state statutes. Updated August 2026.
Maine Landlord Law Summary
In Maine, landlords must return security deposits within 30 days, provide 7-day eviction notice for nonpayment, and do not cap rent increases. No just cause eviction requirement.
Maine Landlord Rules at a Glance
Key compliance requirements every Maine landlord must follow.
What Happens If You Violate Maine Landlord-Tenant Law
Security deposit violation: Tenant may recover up to 2x the wrongfully withheld amount plus attorney fees.
- Late deposit return: Miss the 30-day deadline and tenants can sue for up to 2x the withheld amount.
- Improper eviction notice: Wrong notice period or procedure = case dismissed. You restart from zero and owe additional court costs.
- Illegal entry: Entering without 24-hour notice = harassment claim. Tenants can terminate the lease and sue for damages.
- Fair housing violation: First offense: $16,000+ federal fine. Repeat: $65,000+. Plus actual damages, attorney fees, and potential criminal penalties.
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Maine Landlord-Tenant Statutes
The laws that govern residential rentals in Maine.
Maine Landlord-Tenant Law
Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 14, §6000 et seq.
Governs residential tenancies including security deposits, habitability, eviction, and tenant protections.
Maine Landlord Law Topics
Explore detailed rules by topic for any Maine city.
Security Deposit Laws
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Eviction Process & Notice Requirements
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Rent Increase Laws
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Landlord Entry & Access Rules
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Maintenance & Habitability Standards
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Late Fee Limits
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Lease Termination & Renewal
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Fair Housing Protections
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Tenant Screening Rules
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Required Landlord Disclosures
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Rent Control
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Property Registration Requirements
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Top 23 Maine Cities — Landlord Law Coverage
The largest Maine cities by population, with median rent and deposit cap data. Click any city for detailed landlord-tenant law coverage.
All 23 Maine Cities
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Free Maine Landlord Calculators
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Rent Increase Calculator
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Security Deposit Calculator
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Eviction Timeline Calculator
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Late Fee Calculator
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Frequently Asked Questions — Maine Landlord Laws
Compliance tracking for your Maine properties
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Reviewed by Rachid Abadli
Founder & CEO, LeaseBase · Sacramento landlord · Self-managing since 2019
LeaseBase is a property management platform — not a law firm. Consult an attorney for legal advice specific to your situation.
