Cool down yours just $250. I lost almost $900( $800 rent deposit+$100 parking deposit). Our apartment was on fire so the carpet was damaged. The good thing is building manager was our pot buddy so he let us go on everything else!! (cleaning, painting etc)
And yes, your supposed to leave the carpet as it is. Did you read your rental agreement before you signed? Moreover do you have the agreement with you now? They an sue you on that basis Bro. Take a look & let us know.