State FRBO Guide
Rent Your Property in Pennsylvania
Without a Property Manager
Pennsylvania-specific lease requirements, security deposit rules, rent control status, and the tools you need to rent it yourself.
Pennsylvania Rental Laws at a Glance
Pennsylvania does not require a written lease for residential tenancies under 3 years. Written leases are required for terms of 3 years or more.
Any term is valid. Philadelphia's Good Cause Eviction law adds additional protections in the city.
- ›Move-in checklist
- ›Landlord name and address (68 Pa.C.S. § 250.512)
- ›Bed bug disclosure
- ›Lead paint disclosure (pre-1978)
Limit drops to 1 month after year two. Returned within 30 days with itemized deductions.
Pennsylvania has no rent control. Philadelphia passed Good Cause Eviction protections in 2024 but not a rent cap.
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Run a Check →Legal & Lease Forms
Get a legally compliant lease agreement specific to your state. Also includes move-in inspection checklists, eviction notices, rent increase letters, and more.
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Get Moving Quotes →Frequently Asked Questions — Pennsylvania Landlords
Is a written lease required in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania does not require a written lease for residential tenancies under 3 years. Written leases are required for terms of 3 years or more.
What is the security deposit limit in Pennsylvania?
The limit is 2 months (years 1–2) / 1 month (year 3+). Limit drops to 1 month after year two. Returned within 30 days with itemized deductions.
Is there rent control in Pennsylvania?
None (Philadelphia has eviction protections but not rent control). Pennsylvania has no rent control. Philadelphia passed Good Cause Eviction protections in 2024 but not a rent cap.
What disclosures are required in Pennsylvania lease agreements?
Required disclosures and clauses include: Move-in checklist; Landlord name and address (68 Pa.C.S. § 250.512); Bed bug disclosure; Lead paint disclosure (pre-1978).
What is the lease term limit in Pennsylvania?
No statutory term limits. Any term is valid. Philadelphia's Good Cause Eviction law adds additional protections in the city.
This information is for general guidance only and may not reflect recent legislative changes. Not legal advice.
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