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Pennsylvania Move-Out Charges Guide

For a Pennsylvania move-out bill, separate damage claims from unpaid rent or other lease breaches, then compare the damage list, actual deductions, deposit balance, move-out trigger date and written forwarding address.

Last reviewed: August 30, 20261 official source cited

Damage accountingWritten list

Section 512 requires a written list within the statutory framework.

Burden in double-damages actionLandlord proves actual damage

Section 512(c) assigns the burden of proof of actual damages to the landlord in the described action.

Check each line separately

What damage is alleged?
What evidence shows tenant-caused damage?
How was the amount calculated?
Was rent or another lease breach also deducted?
Was the remaining escrow and unpaid interest returned?

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Statewide baseline only. Local rules and the exact tenancy facts can change the analysis. This page is educational information, not legal advice.

Official sources

Pennsylvania General AssemblySection 512 — recovery of improperly held escrow funds ↗

Primary law for the 30-day damage list/refund framework, written new-address rule and statutory remedies.

Related Pennsylvania guides

Security Deposit →Deposit Limits →30-Day Rule →Forwarding Address →