Security deposit rules in Arizona
In Arizona, the deposit and prepaid rent together are at most 1.5 months of rent. In Arizona, the deposit and the itemized list are due within 14 business days after move-out and the tenant's request for the deposit.
Checked against Arizona law on Oct 30, 2026.
What Arizona law says
What is the most a landlord can charge for a security deposit in Arizona?
In Arizona, the deposit and prepaid rent together are at most 1.5 months of rent.
Source: Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 33-1321(A), read Oct 28, 2026.
How long does a landlord in Arizona have to return a security deposit?
In Arizona, the deposit and the itemized list are due within 14 business days after move-out and the tenant's request for the deposit.
Source: Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 33-1321(D), read Oct 30, 2026.
Check your city's rules too: a city or county can set stricter limits. This is general information, not legal advice.