State FRBO Guide
Rent Your Property in Georgia
Without a Property Manager
Georgia-specific lease requirements, security deposit rules, rent control status, and the tools you need to rent it yourself.
Georgia Rental Laws at a Glance
Georgia does not require a written lease for residential tenancies. However, the Georgia Landlord-Tenant Act provides stronger protections when a written lease is used.
Any lease term is valid. Georgia has no restrictions on lease duration.
- ›Landlord name and address (OCGA § 44-7-3)
- ›Move-in inspection checklist
- ›Flooding disclosure (if flooded in last 5 years)
- ›Lead paint disclosure (pre-1978)
Must be returned within 30 days with an itemized deduction statement.
Georgia law (OCGA § 44-7-19) prohibits rent control. No city may enact it.
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Get Moving Quotes →Frequently Asked Questions — Georgia Landlords
Is a written lease required in Georgia?
Georgia does not require a written lease for residential tenancies. However, the Georgia Landlord-Tenant Act provides stronger protections when a written lease is used.
What is the security deposit limit in Georgia?
The limit is No statutory limit. Must be returned within 30 days with an itemized deduction statement.
Is there rent control in Georgia?
None (banned statewide). Georgia law (OCGA § 44-7-19) prohibits rent control. No city may enact it.
What disclosures are required in Georgia lease agreements?
Required disclosures and clauses include: Landlord name and address (OCGA § 44-7-3); Move-in inspection checklist; Flooding disclosure (if flooded in last 5 years); Lead paint disclosure (pre-1978).
What is the lease term limit in Georgia?
No statutory term limits. Any lease term is valid. Georgia has no restrictions on lease duration.
This information is for general guidance only and may not reflect recent legislative changes. Not legal advice.
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