Charleston Renters
Get Your Security Deposit Back in Charleston
Your Charleston landlord has 60 days to return your security deposit after you move out. Know your rights and hold them accountable.
60
Days to return
$800
Avg. rent
48K
Population
Charleston Local Info
West Virginia has no specific statutory deadline for deposit return, but courts expect a reasonable timeframe. Charleston tenants should ensure return terms are in their lease.
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West Virginia Security Deposit Law
Return Deadline
60 days after move-out
Penalty for Late Return
Landlord forfeits the right to retain; you can recover the unreturned deposit plus damages equal to 1.5x the amount wrongfully withheld