Indiana Landlord-Tenant Law (2026)
Notice periods, deposit caps, entry rules, and required disclosures for residential rentals in Indiana. Every rule links to the official state statute.
Reference only, not legal advice. State laws change. Confirm with the official Indiana statute or a licensed attorney before you serve notice or file a case.
Quick summary
Notice periods
- Nonpayment of rent
- 10 days
- Cure lease violation
- No notice required
- Notice to quit (month-to-month)
- 30 days
Security deposit
- Statutory cap
- No statutory limit
- Return deadline after move-out
- 45 days
Landlord entry notice
Reasonable notice (not defined by statute)
Required disclosures
- Lead paint (pre-1978)
- Flood disclosure
- Smoke detectors
Market rules
- Rent control
- Preempted
- Small claims limit
- $10,000
Official state statute
Always confirm current law with the source before serving notice.
https://iga.in.gov/laws/2022/ic/titles/32Indiana landlord FAQ
How many days notice do I give a tenant for unpaid rent in Indiana?
Indiana requires a 10-day notice to the tenant before you can file for eviction for unpaid rent. The notice must comply with the form and delivery rules in the state statute.
What is the maximum security deposit in Indiana?
Indiana has no statutory cap on security deposits. You can charge what the market allows, but the deposit must still be reasonable and refundable under state rules.
How many days do I have to return a security deposit in Indiana?
Indiana requires landlords to return the security deposit within 45 days after the tenant vacates. An itemized list of any deductions must accompany the refund.
How much notice must I give before entering a rental unit in Indiana?
Indiana does not define a specific advance notice period. The statute requires "reasonable notice" — most courts read this as 24 hours, but it is safer to give more.
Does Indiana have rent control?
Indiana law preempts local rent control. No city or county in the state can cap rent.
Is Indiana landlord-friendly or tenant-friendly?
Indiana is classified Landlord-Friendly. This is based on notice periods, deposit caps, eviction timelines, and tenant protection rules relative to other states. Use it as a general read, not a ranking.
What disclosures am I required to give tenants in Indiana?
Indiana requires: Lead paint (pre-1978), Flood disclosure, Smoke detectors. Some states add local disclosures by city. Always check the state statute for the current list.
What is the small claims court limit in Indiana?
Indiana small claims court hears cases up to $10,000. Most landlord-tenant disputes over deposits, damages, or unpaid rent fit within this limit.
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