Nevada (NV) law guide
Quick answer
Nevada landlord-tenant law is governed by NRS Chapter 118A. Landlords may collect up to 3 months' rent as a security deposit and must return it within 30 days of move-out. Nevada has no statewide rent control, and landlords must give 60 days' written notice before raising rent on month-to-month tenants. For nonpayment of rent, the eviction process starts with a 7-day pay-or-quit notice.
Security deposit limit
3 months' rent (NRS 118A.242)
Deposit return deadline
30 days after move-out (NRS 118A.242)
Statewide rent control
None, Nevada prohibits local rent control
Nonpayment eviction notice
7-day pay-or-quit notice (NRS 40.253)
Nevada rental market snapshot
Population
3.3 million
Renter households
41%
Median rent
~$1,350/mo (2BR, Las Vegas)
Largest rental markets
Las Vegas, Henderson, Reno, North Las Vegas, Sparks
Las Vegas dominates Nevada's rental market with 45% renter-occupied households, while Reno runs even higher at 52%, making both cities highly competitive for landlords and tenants alike.
Nevada caps the total security deposit at 3 months' rent (NRS 118A.242). This limit includes all prepaid rent and deposits combined.
Landlords must return the deposit within 30 days of the tenancy ending, along with a written itemized list of any deductions. Failing to meet the deadline can cost the landlord up to twice the deposit amount in damages.
Nevada has no statewide rent control and landlords may raise rent freely, but they must give 60 days' written notice for month-to-month tenants or 30 days' notice for tenancies under one month (NRS 118A.300). There is no statutory grace period for late rent unless the lease specifies one.
Nevada law does not cap late fees, but courts may reduce fees that are deemed unreasonable. Landlords may also withhold rent legally only after following the formal repair-and-deduct procedure outlined in NRS 118A.355.
For unpaid rent, landlords must serve a 7-day notice to pay or quit (NRS 40.253). If the tenant does not pay or leave within 7 days, the landlord may file for a summary eviction in Justice Court.
For lease violations other than nonpayment, landlords serve a 5-day notice to cure or quit. Illegal activity requires only a 3-day unconditional quit notice. Nevada does not allow self-help evictions such as lockouts or utility shutoffs.
Landlords must give at least 24 hours' notice before entering a rental unit and may only enter during normal business hours except in emergencies (NRS 118A.330). Tenants may deny entry if proper notice is not given.
For routine habitability issues, landlords have 14 days to make repairs after written notice from the tenant (NRS 118A.355). For essential services such as heat, water, or electricity, the timeframe shortens to 48 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) under NRS 118A.380.
Nevada landlords must keep rental units in a habitable condition at all times (NRS 118A.290). This means working plumbing, heat, electrical systems, and structurally safe premises. If the landlord fails to maintain habitability, tenants may terminate the lease, repair and deduct costs, or withhold rent after proper notice.
Landlords may not retaliate against a tenant for reporting code violations, joining a tenant organization, or exercising any legal right (NRS 118A.510). Retaliation includes raising rent, reducing services, or attempting eviction within 60 days of a protected action.
Nevada follows all federal Fair Housing Act protections and adds sexual orientation and gender identity as protected classes under state law (NRS 118.100). Landlords cannot discriminate in advertising, screening, or lease terms on any protected basis.
Tenants may break a lease early without penalty for documented domestic violence (NRS 118A.345), active military duty (SCRA), or landlord failure to maintain habitability. Month-to-month tenants must give 30 days' written notice to terminate. Small claims court in Nevada handles disputes up to $10,000.
This guide is general information, not legal advice. Governing statute: NRS Chapter 118A. Laws change; confirm the current statute or consult an attorney before acting. Last reviewed 2026-06-05.
Nevada FAQ
Nevada caps security deposits at **3 months' rent** total under NRS 118A.242. This limit applies to all prepaid amounts combined, including last month's rent.
Landlords have **30 days** after the tenancy ends to return the deposit and a written itemized statement of deductions. Missing this deadline exposes the landlord to damages of up to twice the deposit amount.
No. Nevada has **no statewide rent control** and state law preempts local governments from enacting their own rent control ordinances. Landlords must give **60 days' written notice** before raising rent on month-to-month tenants.
Landlords must give at least **24 hours' advance notice** and enter only during normal business hours (NRS 118A.330). Emergency entry without notice is allowed when there is immediate risk to safety or property.
The landlord must serve a **7-day notice to pay rent or quit** under NRS 40.253. If the tenant neither pays nor vacates within 7 days, the landlord can file for a summary eviction in Justice Court.
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