📜 State Law Guide • Updated January 2025
South Carolina Landlord Tenant Laws 2025
South Carolina's Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (RLTA) provides a clear framework for rental agreements, including a specific 5-day notice rule for non-payment.
Banned
Rent Control
None
Deposit Limit
30 days
Deposit Return
5-14 days
Eviction Notice
Security Deposit Rules
- No Maximum: Landlords can charge any amount.
- Unequal Deposits: If charging different amounts for similar units, landlord must disclose rules for calculating deposit.
- Return Deadline: 30 days after lease end and demand for delivery.
- Itemization: Written itemized list of deductions required.
Eviction Process
South Carolina requires specific language in the lease or a 5-day notice for non-payment.
| Reason | Notice Required | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Non-payment of rent | 5 days | Can be waived if stated in lease |
| Lease Violation | 14 days | To cure or quit |
| Month-to-month End | 30 days | No cause needed |
| Illegal Activity | Immediate | Filing for eviction |
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