Security deposit rules in Ohio
Ohio law sets no limit on the amount of a security deposit. In Ohio, the deposit and the itemized list of deductions are due within 30 days of move-out.
Checked against Ohio law on Oct 28, 2026.
What Ohio law says
What is the most a landlord can charge for a security deposit in Ohio?
Ohio law sets no limit on the amount of a security deposit.
We read the state's landlord-tenant law on Oct 28, 2026 and found no statute on this.
How long does a landlord in Ohio have to return a security deposit?
In Ohio, the deposit and the itemized list of deductions are due within 30 days of move-out.
Source: Ohio Rev. Code § 5321.16(B), 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.