Last updated: April 2026Researched by DepositHawk Research Team

Roommate Rights — State by State

Sharing a lease with someone creates real legal exposure that most renters don't think about until something goes wrong. If your roommate stops paying, most states hold every co-signer liable for the full rent — not just their share. Select your state to see the actual rules.

Roommate owes you money? Use our free calculator to total it up and generate a demand letter.

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See what your state’s law says your landlord owes you. Generate your roommate demand letter — $19.

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