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Mississippi Landlord-Tenant Laws 2026
Security deposit limits, eviction notice requirements, rent increase rules, and every compliance deadline for Mississippi landlords. 299 cities covered.
Based on Mississippi state statutes. Updated August 2026.
Mississippi Landlord Law Summary
In Mississippi, landlords must return security deposits within 45 days, provide 3-day eviction notice for nonpayment, and do not cap rent increases. No just cause eviction requirement.
Mississippi Landlord Rules at a Glance
Key compliance requirements every Mississippi landlord must follow.
What Happens If You Violate Mississippi Landlord-Tenant Law
Security deposit violation: Tenant may recover the deposit plus up to $200 in damages.
- Late deposit return: Miss the 45-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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Mississippi Landlord-Tenant Statutes
The laws that govern residential rentals in Mississippi.
Mississippi Residential Landlord and Tenant Act
Miss. Code §89-8-1 et seq.
Governs residential tenancies including security deposits, habitability, and eviction procedures.
Mississippi Landlord Law Topics
Explore detailed rules by topic for any Mississippi 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 50 Mississippi Cities — Landlord Law Coverage
The largest Mississippi cities by population, with median rent and deposit cap data. Click any city for detailed landlord-tenant law coverage.
All 299 Mississippi Cities
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Free Mississippi 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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Deposit deadlines, notice requirements, required disclosures — everything in one page.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Mississippi Landlord Laws
Compliance tracking for your Mississippi 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.
