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Arizona Deposit return deadline

Last reviewed 2026-10-18

How long does a landlord have to return a security deposit in Arizona?

Within 14 days (excluding weekends and legal holidays) after the tenancy ends, possession is returned, and the tenant demands it: an itemized list of deductions plus any amount due.

Verified Source: A.R.S. § 33-1321(D) · last checked 2026-10-18

How this works in Arizona

Arizona requires you to give the tenant an itemized list of all deductions, together with any amount due, within 14 days (excluding weekends and legal holidays) after the tenancy ends, possession is returned, and the tenant demands the deposit.

Worked example for Arizona

Example: A tenant's tenancy ends and the tenant returns possession on March 31, 2026, and the tenant then demands the deposit. Within 14 days, excluding weekends and legal holidays (Saturdays, Sundays or other legal holidays), after the tenancy ended, possession was returned, and that demand, you must provide an itemized list of all deductions together with any amount due and payable to the tenant, if any. If you keep $250 of a $1,000 deposit, the itemized list goes with the $750 that is due.

Arizona timelines and limits

DeadlineWithin 14 days, excluding weekends and legal holidays, after the tenancy ends, possession is returned, and the tenant demands the deposit
What is dueAn itemized list of all deductions together with any amount due

Arizona FAQ

How long does an Arizona landlord have to return a deposit?

Within 14 days, excluding weekends and legal holidays, after the tenancy ends, possession is returned, and the tenant demands it, under A.R.S. § 33-1321(D).

When does the 14-day clock start?

After the tenancy ends, possession is returned, and the tenant demands the deposit.

What do I have to send with any amount due?

An itemized list of all deductions together with the amount due and payable to the tenant, if any.

Sources for this section: A.R.S. § 33-1321(D) (checked 2026-10-18)

This is general information, not legal advice. The verified rule and official sources above control. Check the source or a local attorney for your situation.

Related Arizona rules

Security deposit limit

Security, including prepaid rent, may not exceed 1.5 months' rent (a tenant may voluntarily prepay more).

Verified Source: A.R.S. § 33-1321(A) · last checked 2026-10-18 · Full Arizona security deposit limit page

Interest on deposits

The state landlord-tenant statute sets no requirement for landlords to pay interest on security deposits (full-text search of A.R.S. § 33-1321; §§ 33-1301 to 33-1381).

Verified Source: A.R.S. § 33-1321; §§ 33-1301 to 33-1381 · last checked 2026-10-23 · Full Arizona interest on deposits page

Move-in/move-out checklist

At move-in, the landlord must give the tenant a signed copy of the lease, a move-in form for noting existing damage, and written notice that the tenant may attend the move-out inspection. On request, the landlord must say when the move-out inspection will happen.

Verified Source: A.R.S. § 33-1321(C) · last checked 2026-10-18 · Full Arizona move-in/move-out checklist page

Abandoned property

Abandonment means 7 days' absence with rent unpaid for 10 days, or 5 days' absence with rent unpaid for 5 days and no belongings left. The landlord must mail and post a notice for 5 days, then may retake the unit. Belongings must be inventoried and held for 14 days, then may be donated or sold, with proceeds applied to amounts owed.

Verified Source: A.R.S. § 33-1370(A)–(F), (J) · last checked 2026-10-18 · Full Arizona abandoned property page

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