State FRBO Guide
Rent Your Property in Indiana
Without a Property Manager
Indiana-specific lease requirements, security deposit rules, rent control status, and the tools you need to rent it yourself.
Indiana Rental Laws at a Glance
Indiana does not require a written lease. Oral leases are valid for terms up to 3 years.
Any lease term is valid. Indiana prohibits lease clauses that waive protections under the Indiana Residential Landlord-Tenant Act.
- ›Move-in checklist
- ›Owner/agent name and address
- ›Lead paint disclosure (pre-1978)
Must be returned within 45 days of move-out with an itemized statement.
Indiana law (IC 32-31-1-20) prohibits local rent control.
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Get Moving Quotes →Frequently Asked Questions — Indiana Landlords
Is a written lease required in Indiana?
Indiana does not require a written lease. Oral leases are valid for terms up to 3 years.
What is the security deposit limit in Indiana?
The limit is No statutory limit. Must be returned within 45 days of move-out with an itemized statement.
Is there rent control in Indiana?
None (banned statewide). Indiana law (IC 32-31-1-20) prohibits local rent control.
What disclosures are required in Indiana lease agreements?
Required disclosures and clauses include: Move-in checklist; Owner/agent name and address; Lead paint disclosure (pre-1978).
What is the lease term limit in Indiana?
No statutory term limits. Any lease term is valid. Indiana prohibits lease clauses that waive protections under the Indiana Residential Landlord-Tenant Act.
This information is for general guidance only and may not reflect recent legislative changes. Not legal advice.
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