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Texas Landlord-Tenant Laws 2026
Security deposit limits, eviction notice requirements, rent increase rules, and every compliance deadline for Texas landlords. 1,224 cities covered.
Based on Texas state statutes. Updated August 2026.
Texas Landlord Law Summary
In Texas, landlords must return security deposits within 30 days, provide 3-day eviction notice for nonpayment, and do not cap rent increases. No just cause eviction requirement.
Texas Landlord Rules at a Glance
Key compliance requirements every Texas landlord must follow.
What Happens If You Violate Texas Landlord-Tenant Law
Security deposit violation: Tenant may recover 3x the wrongfully withheld amount plus $100 and attorney fees for bad faith.
- Late deposit return: Miss the 30-day deadline and tenants can sue for up to 3x 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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Texas Landlord-Tenant Statutes
The laws that govern residential rentals in Texas.
Texas Property Code — Landlord-Tenant
Tex. Prop. Code §92.001 et seq.
Comprehensive landlord-tenant law covering security deposits, habitability, lease terms, entry, and eviction procedures.
Texas Landlord Law Topics
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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 Texas Cities — Landlord Law Coverage
The largest Texas cities by population, with median rent and deposit cap data. Click any city for detailed landlord-tenant law coverage.
All 1,224 Texas Cities
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Free Texas Landlord Calculators
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Rent Increase Calculator
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Deposit deadlines, notice requirements, required disclosures — everything in one page.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Texas Landlord Laws
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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.