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Arizona Deposit Interest Rules

no interest required

Arizona has no statewide requirement that landlords pay interest on security deposits (14 of 51 US jurisdictions do). Your lease may still promise interest — if it does, that promise is enforceable.

Educational information: generated from our Arizona law database (last updated 2024-01-01). Not legal advice.

How Arizona compares

14 of 51 US jurisdictions require landlords to pay interest on security deposits. Here is how Arizona compares with other states in our database.

StateDeposit Interest Rules
Arizonano interest required
Arkansasno interest required
Californiano interest required
Coloradono interest required
Connecticutinterest required

Frequently asked questions

Do landlords have to pay interest on security deposits in Arizona?
No statewide statute requires it in Arizona, though local ordinances or your lease can add the obligation. Maximum 1.5 months rent. Must be returned within 14 business days. Nonrefundable fees must be designated as such in writing. Landlord must provide move-in form for documenting existing damages.
How large can the deposit itself be in Arizona?
Arizona generally allows at most 1.5 months' rent as a security deposit.
When do I get my security deposit back in Arizona?
Generally within 14 business days after move-out.

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