Washington Abandoned property

What can a landlord do with property a tenant leaves behind in Washington?

If a tenant abandons the unit while behind on rent, the landlord may store the property and must mail notice of the planned sale or disposal. The property may be sold or disposed of 45 days after the notice; it must be returned if the tenant asks in writing and pays storage costs.

Verified Source: RCW 59.18.310(2) · last checked 2026-10-15