Eviction in Washoe County (Reno, Sparks), Nevada

Where eviction cases are filed in Washoe County (Reno, Sparks), what it costs, local rent levels and where to get help — with the official court, county and HUD sources.

Quick facts: eviction in Washoe County (Reno, Sparks)

Eviction court: Washoe County Justice Courts (Reno Justice Court, Sparks Justice Court and others by township) — Justice Court Court page
Filing fee: $71 for Notice of Eviction / Affidavit of Landlord / Affidavit of Tenant (includes $21 NRS Ch. 4 fee); Eviction Order $25; Civil Action Involving Unlawful Detainer $246 Reno Justice Court fee schedule (Civil Fees as of 04-2026)
Notice before filing (state law): Written notice to pay rent or surrender by the close of business on the 7th judicial day after service (summary eviction). For rent reserved weekly or less where the tenancy has lasted 45 days or less: by noon on the 4th full day after service. Nevada rules
HUD Fair Market Rent, 2-bedroom (FY2026): $1,870/month HUD
Renter households: 79,984 (40% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024

Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-22

Where eviction cases are filed in Washoe County (Reno, Sparks)

Eviction cases in Washoe County (Reno, Sparks) are heard by the Washoe County Justice Courts (Reno Justice Court, Sparks Justice Court and others by township) (Justice Court).

Reno Justice Court (Civil Division) — 1001 E. Ninth Street, Reno, NV 89512 · website

Court eviction page · E-filing · Search court records · Self-help center

File in the justice court for the township where the rental is located; Sparks Justice Court is separate. Jurisdiction questions: 311 or 775.328.2003.

How much it costs to file an eviction in Washoe County (Reno, Sparks)

$71 for Notice of Eviction / Affidavit of Landlord / Affidavit of Tenant (includes $21 NRS Ch. 4 fee); Eviction Order $25; Civil Action Involving Unlawful Detainer $246

Reno Justice Court fees; other Washoe justice courts not individually checked.

Source: Reno Justice Court fee schedule (Civil Fees as of 04-2026)

The Nevada eviction process

Nevada state law sets the notice periods and court steps everywhere in the state, including Washoe County (Reno, Sparks):

Serve the proper notice: 7-judicial-day notice to pay rent or quit (NRS 40.253), or terminate the tenancy (30-day no-cause notice under NRS 40.251 or 5-day cure-or-quit under NRS 40.2516) followed by a 5-judicial-day unlawful detainer notice (NRS 40.254).
Tenant may contest by filing a tenant's affidavit with the justice court before the notice deadline; if filed, the landlord may not lock the tenant out.
If the tenant does not comply, the landlord files an affidavit of complaint for eviction with the justice court.
If the tenant filed an affidavit, the court holds a hearing; if a genuine factual dispute exists the court may refuse summary eviction (formal unlawful detainer action under NRS 40.290 et seq. is the alternative).
Court may issue an order directing the sheriff or constable to post the order within 24 hours after receipt.
Removal by sheriff/constable not earlier than 24 hours and not later than 36 hours after posting the order (NRS 40.253(5)).

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Rent in Washoe County (Reno, Sparks)

HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents for the Reno, NV HUD Metro FMR Area (the rent levels used for Section 8 vouchers):

Studio	$1,289
1 bedroom	$1,489
2 bedrooms	$1,870
3 bedrooms	$2,539
4 bedrooms	$2,949

Source: HUD Fair Market Rent documentation

Median gross rent in Washoe County (Reno, Sparks): $1,608/month (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates).

County tenant ordinance

No Washoe County residential landlord-tenant ordinance found; Nevada eviction law is statewide.

Eviction help in Washoe County (Reno, Sparks)

Free legal help

Northern Nevada Legal Aid (formerly Washoe Legal Services) — Housing/consumer protection program; (775) 329-2727, Mon-Fri 9-5; for people who cannot afford an attorney.

Other Nevada counties

Eviction in Clark County (Las Vegas)

Frequently asked questions

Where do I file an eviction in Washoe County (Reno, Sparks)?

Eviction cases in Washoe County (Reno, Sparks) are filed with the Washoe County Justice Courts (Reno Justice Court, Sparks Justice Court and others by township).

How much does it cost to file an eviction in Washoe County (Reno, Sparks)?

$71 for Notice of Eviction / Affidavit of Landlord / Affidavit of Tenant (includes $21 NRS Ch. 4 fee); Eviction Order $25; Civil Action Involving Unlawful Detainer $246.

Where can I get help with an eviction in Washoe County (Reno, Sparks)?

Northern Nevada Legal Aid (formerly Washoe Legal Services).

What is the fair market rent in Washoe County (Reno, Sparks)?

HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom unit is $1,870 per month (1-bedroom: $1,489).

General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.