Rental Housing
Read about the laws that protect Virginia renters and what to do when your landlord doesn't follow these laws.
Renting in Virginia: What You Need to Know
Read more about the basics of renting in Virginia, including things like signing a lease, your rights in your rental, and getting your security deposit back.
Before You Sign a Lease in Virginia
Read more about what to check before signing a lease in Virginia, including rent, fees, security deposits, inspections, and your landlord's legal obligations.
Fees, Deposits, and Rent: What Can My Landlord Charge?
Read more about what fees a landlord can charge you and the rules around each fee.
Your Rights and Duties in Your Rental
Read more about your rights and responsibilities as a tenant in Virginia, including when your landlord can enter your home, raise your rent, or shut off utilities. Learn how to protect yourself during your tenancy and what rules landlords must follow while you rent.
Breaking Your Lease Early
Read more about when you can break a lease early in Virginia. Learn what notice you must give, what your landlord can still charge, and what happens if you leave belongings behind.
Getting Your Security Deposit Back
Read more about when your landlord must return your security deposit in Virginia and what deductions they are allowed to make. Learn what steps to take if your landlord misses the deadline or does not return your deposit.
Domestic Violence and Your Housing in Virginia
Read more about housing protections for survivors of domestic violence in Virginia, including how to stay in your home, remove an abuser from the household, or break a lease early for safety reasons.