Guide by an independent Vivint Authorized Dealer
Vivint for Renters: Apartments, Leases and Moving
Yes, renters can get Vivint: the Smart Hub, door and window sensors, motion sensors, and Indoor Camera Pro install without permanent changes, while doorbell cameras, outdoor cameras, and smart locks need landlord permission because they are wired or replace fixtures. This guide covers the 4 devices that need no permission, the 3 that do, how the 36-month agreement interacts with a 12-month lease, and moving mid-lease.
Prices and terms verified October 7, 2026. Vivint sets all prices; dealer promotions are listed separately.
Which Vivint Devices Can Renters Install Without Permission?
Renters can install 4 Vivint devices without landlord permission: the Smart Hub (plugs into an outlet and mounts with adhesive or 2 small screws), door and window sensors (adhesive), motion sensors (adhesive or 1 screw), and the Indoor Camera Pro (sits on a shelf).
Which Vivint Devices Need Landlord Permission?
3 Vivint devices need landlord permission: the Doorbell Camera Pro (replaces the wired doorbell), the Outdoor Camera Pro (mounted and wired on the exterior), and the smart lock (replaces the deadbolt); most leases allow them with written consent and restoration at move-out.
| Device | Permission needed | Restoration at move-out |
|---|---|---|
| Smart Hub, sensors, Indoor Camera Pro | No | Remove adhesive; fill 2 small holes |
| Doorbell Camera Pro | Yes (wiring) | Refit original doorbell button |
| Outdoor Camera Pro | Yes (exterior mount) | Fill mounting holes |
| Smart lock | Yes (deadbolt) | Refit original deadbolt; return keys |
How Does a 36-Month Vivint Agreement Work With a 12-Month Lease?
A 36-month Vivint agreement follows the renter, not the apartment, so a renter who moves after a 12-month lease moves the system for $149 (Basic Move) and keeps paying the same monthly rate; renters who expect to leave the Vivint service area pay equipment upfront and take the month-to-month plan at $29.99 instead.
The Vivint moving guide lists the move options and fees.
Which Vivint Package Fits a Rental?
HomeProtect fits most rentals: hub, 2 to 3 entry sensors, 1 motion sensor, and optionally an Indoor Camera Pro, at $24.99 per month with an agreement; the HomeProtect package page lists what is included.
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