West Virginia Landlord-Tenant Laws

West Virginia sets no statutory cap on security deposits, and a landlord must return the deposit within 60 days of the tenancy ending (or 45 days after a new tenant moves in, whichever is shorter). There is no statewide entry-notice statute, and a month-to-month tenancy ends on at least one month's written notice.

Informational summary, not legal advice. Landlord-tenant law changes and local ordinances may add requirements. Verify the current statute (W. Va. Code 37-6A (Security Deposits); 37-6-5 (month-to-month termination)) or consult a licensed West Virginia attorney before acting. All rentals must also comply with the federal Fair Housing Act — you may not select tenants or write listings based on a protected class.

Key West Virginia rental rules at a glance

Security deposit limit	No statutory limit
Deposit return deadline	60 days after tenancy ends, or 45 days after a new tenant occupies, whichever is shorter
Landlord entry notice	No statewide statute (24 hours commonly treated as reasonable)
Month-to-month termination notice	1 month (one full rental period) written notice
Governing statute	W. Va. Code 37-6A (Security Deposits); 37-6-5 (month-to-month termination)

West Virginia rental law — common questions

How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in West Virginia?

No statutory limit. This is a general summary of W. Va. Code 37-6A (Security Deposits); 37-6-5 (month-to-month termination); verify the current statute or consult a West Virginia attorney, as rules change and local ordinances may add requirements.

How long does a landlord have to return a security deposit in West Virginia?

60 days after tenancy ends, or 45 days after a new tenant occupies, whichever is shorter after the tenant moves out, per W. Va. Code 37-6A (Security Deposits); 37-6-5 (month-to-month termination) (general summary — confirm the current deadline).

How much notice must a West Virginia landlord give before entering?

No statewide statute (24 hours commonly treated as reasonable). Always check the lease and the current statute; this is informational only, not legal advice.

How much notice ends a month-to-month tenancy in West Virginia?

1 month (one full rental period) written notice. Notice rules vary by situation — verify the current West Virginia statute or consult an attorney.

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