Security Deposit Rules
Security deposit limits, return deadlines, and landlord entry notice rules are set by state and sometimes local law, and they change. Confirm the current rule in the statute itself or with a local tenant resource before relying on it. Our Texas security deposit interest page covers whether interest is owed.
Notice Requirements
Landlord entry, month-to-month termination, and rent increase notice periods are set by state and sometimes local law, and they change. Check the lease for its notice terms, and confirm the current legal minimums in the statute or with a local tenant resource before relying on them.
Rent Control
Rent control rules depend on state and local law, and they change. Check the current rules with your state or local housing agency, or a local tenant resource, before relying on them.
Habitability & Repair Requirements
Texas landlords are required to maintain rental units in habitable condition.
Market Conditions & Lease-Risk Notes for Texas
Austin's tech-driven market has seen extraordinary rent appreciation — 1BR averages $1,700–2,500/month — followed by some softening from 2022 highs. Dallas-Fort Worth is the fastest-growing major metro in the country. Houston is an energy and healthcare hub. San Antonio is more affordable and tenant-favorable in practice.
Texas deposit rules and statutory protections are worth reviewing. Major metros have tight residential markets and booming commercial markets. Texas commercial leases often turn largely on contract terms.
Commercial eviction timelines in Texas depend on the lease and court procedures. Austin commercial leases where landlords have moved to aggressive personal guaranty requirements following market tightening. NNN commercial leases in Texas with no CAM caps — extremely common and potentially very expensive.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the security deposit limit in Texas?
- Security deposit limits, return deadlines, and landlord entry notice rules are set by state and sometimes local law, and they change. Confirm the current rule in the statute itself or with a local tenant resource before relying on it.
- What is the entry notice requirement in Texas?
- Security deposit limits, return deadlines, and landlord entry notice rules are set by state and sometimes local law, and they change. Confirm the current rule in the statute itself or with a local tenant resource before relying on it.
- Does Texas have rent control?
- Rent control rules depend on state and local law, and they change. Check the current rules with your state or local housing agency, or a local tenant resource, before relying on them.
- How long does a Texas landlord have to return a security deposit?
- Security deposit limits, return deadlines, and landlord entry notice rules are set by state and sometimes local law, and they change. Confirm the current rule in the statute itself or with a local tenant resource before relying on it.
- What makes Texas commercial leases particularly challenging for tenants?
- Texas is generally considered one of the most landlord-favorable commercial real estate markets. Strong lease review and negotiation is essential.
Cities in Texas
Find city-specific lease guides for major markets in Texas: