Chattanooga Renters
Get Your Security Deposit Back in Chattanooga
Your Chattanooga landlord has 30 days to return your security deposit after you move out. Know your rights and hold them accountable.
30
Days to return
$1,200
Avg. rent
180K
Population
Chattanooga Local Info
Tennessee does not set a specific deadline for deposit return. Chattanooga tenants should negotiate clear return terms in their lease and document the unit's condition at move-out.
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Tennessee Security Deposit Law
Return Deadline
30 days after move-out
Penalty for Late Return
You can recover actual damages plus reasonable attorney's fees; landlord forfeits right to retain if deposit was not held in a dedicated account or no itemized list provided