Security deposit rules in West Virginia
West Virginia law sets no limit on the amount of a security deposit. In West Virginia, the deposit and an itemized list are due 60 days after the tenancy ends, or 45 days after a new tenant moves in if sooner.
Checked against West Virginia law on Oct 28, 2026.
What West Virginia law says
What is the most a landlord can charge for a security deposit in West Virginia?
West Virginia 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 West Virginia have to return a security deposit?
In West Virginia, the deposit and an itemized list are due 60 days after the tenancy ends, or 45 days after a new tenant moves in if sooner.
Source: W. Va. Code § 37-6A-2(a), 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.