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Kansas Security deposit limit

Last reviewed 2026-10-15

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

No more than 1 month's rent (unfurnished); up to 1.5 months if furnished; plus up to half a month's rent extra for pets.

Verified Source: K.S.A. 58-2550(a) · last checked 2026-10-15

Related Kansas rules

Deposit return deadline

Within 14 days after the amount of deductions is determined, and no later than 30 days after the tenancy ends, possession is delivered and the tenant demands it.

Verified Source: K.S.A. 58-2550(b) · last checked 2026-10-15 · Full Kansas deposit return deadline page

Interest on deposits

Kansas's landlord-tenant law (K.S.A. 58-2540 to 58-2573, reviewed by full-text search on 2026-10-15) sets no requirement to pay interest on security deposits; the lease terms control.

Verified Source: K.S.A. 58-2540 to 58-2573 · last checked 2026-10-15 · Full Kansas interest on deposits page

Move-in/move-out checklist

Required. Within 5 days of move-in, the landlord and tenant must jointly inventory the premises in a written record of the condition of the unit, furnishings and appliances, signed by both. The tenant gets a copy.

Verified Source: K.S.A. 58-2548 · last checked 2026-10-15 · Full Kansas move-in/move-out checklist page

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All Kansas landlord-tenant law · Kansas landlord FAQ · Deposit return deadline · Notice to enter · Required lease disclosures · Required disclosures (mold, lead, radon, bedbug, asbestos, flood zone) · Move-in checklist

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