Knoxville Renters
Get Your Security Deposit Back in Knoxville
Your Knoxville 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
190K
Population
Knoxville Local Info
Tennessee has no state-mandated deadline for deposit return, but landlords must act within a reasonable time. Knoxville tenants should ensure deposit return terms are clearly in their lease.
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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