Everything you need to know about landlord-tenant laws, security deposits, eviction procedures, and property management in New Hampshire.
New Hampshire's rental market benefits from proximity to Boston, with Manchester, Nashua, and the seacoast region seeing strong demand. The state has moderate tenant protections with a security deposit limit of 1 month rent (or $100, whichever is greater). New Hampshire has no income or sales tax, attracting residents from Massachusetts. The eviction process is moderately paced. No rent control exists statewide.
1 month rent or $100, whichever is greater
30 days after move-out
File possessory action in District Court. Hearing within 10-21 days. Standard eviction takes 4-6 weeks.
New Hampshire law requires landlords to provide the following disclosures to tenants:
No statutory limit. Must be stated in lease. Commonly 5% of rent. No required grace period.