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

One and one-half months' rent, including prepaid rent (Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 33-1321).

How long does a landlord have to return a security deposit in Arizona?

14 days (not counting weekends and legal holidays) after the tenancy ends, possession is delivered, and the tenant demands it (Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 33-1321).

Arizona security deposit law

The state rules a landlord in Arizona has to follow for a residential security deposit, from Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 33-1321.

Maximum deposit: One and one-half months' rent, including prepaid rent.
Deadline to return it: 14 days (not counting weekends and legal holidays) after the tenancy ends, possession is delivered, and the tenant demands it.
Itemized deductions: An itemized list of all deductions with the amount due, sent by first-class mail to the tenant's last known address.
Interest on the deposit: Not required by state law
Penalty for wrongful withholding: Tenant may recover the money owed plus damages of twice the amount wrongfully withheld.

Before you keep any part of a deposit

Compare the unit with the move-in inspection and photos. Normal wear and tear is generally not chargeable.
Keep receipts or written estimates for every deduction.
Send the return or the itemized list within the deadline above, to the tenant's forwarding address, and keep proof of mailing.

Working out the last month's rent? The prorated rent calculator does the partial-month math.

Source

Verification status: verified summary. Research date: November 5, 2026. Statute: Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 33-1321. Source: www.azleg.gov.

General information, not legal advice. Cities and counties can add stricter rules, and laws change. Check the current statute or a local attorney before you act.

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Last updated November 5, 2026.