Furniture value threshold$5,000+
Replacement value at the time the lease is executed.
Separate furniture depositUp to 1 month’s rent
In addition to the ordinary deposit when the statutory condition is met.
Return / itemization20 days
Uses the same latest-of-three trigger structure.
Document the furniture layer separately
- Furniture inventory and replacement value.
- Separate furniture-deposit receipt.
- Move-in condition of furniture.
- Move-out furniture condition.
- Cleaning/repair deductions tied specifically to furniture.
Use the latest of the statutory trigger dates. Rhode Island’s 20-day period is not always measured from physical move-out alone. Educational information only.