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Arkansas Security deposit limit

Last reviewed 2026-10-23

How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Arkansas?

No more than 2 months' periodic rent. The deposit subchapter does not apply to individual owners (with family and their entities) who own 5 or fewer units, unless a third party manages the units for a fee.

Verified Source: Ark. Code Ann. §§ 18-16-304, 18-16-303 · last checked 2026-10-23

Related Arkansas rules

Deposit return deadline

Within 60 days after the tenancy ends, the deposit must be returned, less unpaid rent and damages itemized in a written notice; mailing by first class mail to the last known address complies. Does not apply to individual owners of 5 or fewer units unless a third party manages them for a fee.

Verified Source: Ark. Code Ann. §§ 18-16-305, 18-16-303 · last checked 2026-10-23 · Full Arkansas deposit return deadline page

Interest on deposits

No interest requirement. Neither the deposit subchapter (Ark. Code Ann. §§ 18-16-301 et seq.) sections reviewed nor ch. 18-17 require interest on security deposits.

Verified Source: Ark. Code Ann. §§ 18-16-303, 18-16-304, 18-16-305; ch. 18-17 · last checked 2026-10-23 · Full Arkansas interest on deposits page

Move-in/move-out checklist

The landlord is deemed compliant with the implied quality standards if, at move-in, it gives the tenant a written form to list defects and the tenant signs it without noting a defect or does not return it within 2 business days. The chapter does not otherwise require a move-in inspection.

Verified Source: A.C.A. § 18-17-502(c)(1) · last checked 2026-10-15 · Full Arkansas move-in/move-out checklist page

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