How much a landlord can charge for a security deposit in Idaho, the deadline to return it after move-out, and the statute that controls — verified June 7, 2026.
No statutory limit (Idaho Code § 6-321 governs deposits/return but sets no cap). Refunds within 21 days absent agreement, never to exceed 30 days after surrender; deductions must be accompanied by a signed itemized statement.
21 days if no time fixed by agreement; up to 30 days max even if a longer period is agreed; itemized signed statement required for any deduction. Read Idaho Code § 6-321 for the exact triggers, itemization requirements, and penalties for late or bad-faith withholding.
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No statutory limit (Idaho Code § 6-321 governs deposits/return but sets no cap). Refunds within 21 days absent agreement, never to exceed 30 days after surrender; deductions must be accompanied by a signed itemized statement. This is a best-effort summary verified against the official statute (Idaho Code § 6-321) on June 7, 2026 — always confirm with the current law or an attorney.
21 days if no time fixed by agreement; up to 30 days max even if a longer period is agreed; itemized signed statement required for any deduction. See Idaho Code § 6-321 for the exact conditions and any itemization requirements.
Idaho Code § 6-321. The official text is published by the state at https://legislature.idaho.gov/statutesrules/idstat/title6/t6ch3/sect6-321/.
No. This page is a best-effort summary compiled from primary legal authority and verified on June 7, 2026. Statutes change, and many states use tiers or exceptions a summary can't capture. Confirm with the current statute or a licensed attorney before relying on it.
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