Security deposit rules in Iowa
In Iowa, the deposit is at most 2 months of rent. In Iowa, the deposit, or a written statement of the specific reasons for keeping any, is due within 30 days after the tenancy ends.
Checked against Iowa law on Oct 28, 2026.
What Iowa law says
What is the most a landlord can charge for a security deposit in Iowa?
In Iowa, the deposit is at most 2 months of rent.
Source: Iowa Code § 562A.12(1), read Oct 28, 2026.
How long does a landlord in Iowa have to return a security deposit?
In Iowa, the deposit, or a written statement of the specific reasons for keeping any, is due within 30 days after the tenancy ends.
Source: Iowa Code § 562A.12(3), read Oct 28, 2026.
Check your city's rules too: a city or county can set stricter limits. This is general information, not legal advice.