Nevada Rental Laws
Your Nevada Rental Laws Guide to helpful links and information for leases, rent, security deposits, tenant screening, real estate and government.
Official Website of the State of Nevada Secretary of State
The United States Census Bureau estimates that the population of Nevada was 2,839,099 on July 1, 2014, a 5.13% increase since the 2010 United States Census
The State of Nevada has 16 counties and 1 independent city totaling 17.
State Rules and Regulations
- Keys Laws Landlords and Tenants Need to Know
- Nevada Residential Landlord and Tenant Code
- Local Tenant Rights, Laws, and Protections
- FAQ
Important Lease Terms
Security Deposits
- Amount: 3 Months
- Return Deadline: 30 Days
Fees and Notice
- Applications Fees: No Restrictions
- Termination Notice: 3 days to cure, 2 additional days to vacate
- Tenant Rights to Withhold Rent: Yes or repair and deduct
Landlord Disclosures
- Nevada Required Landlord Disclosures
- The Lead Disclosure Rule: Federal law requires that before signing a lease for housing built before 1978, renters must receive The Lead Based Paint EPA Disclosure and Lead Based Paint EPA Pamphlet
Real Estate Links
- Nevada Real Estate Commission
- Nevada Verify Real Estate Agent License
- Verify RE Agent License Nationwide and Canada
- Nevada Landlord Associations
Federal Goverment
- Fair Credit Reporting Act: Federal Government legislation which promotes the accuracy, fairness, and privacy of consumer information contained in the files of consumer reporting agencies.
- Fair Housing Act: The Fair Housing Act protects people from discrimination when they are renting, buying, or securing financing for any housing. The prohibitions specifically cover discrimination because of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability and the presence of children
Credit Reports
Tenant Screening
- Counties covered: Carson City, Churchill, Clark, Douglas, Elko, Esmeralda, Eureka, Humboldt, Lander, Lincoln, Lyon, Mineral, Nye, Pershing, Storey, Washoe, White Pine
- Options for Tenant Screening Packages and Prices
Summary of Your Rights Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)
Last Updated: April 14, 2020