Arkansas Rental Lease Laws: What Your Lease Can and Can't Say

Arkansas lease law FAQ

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

Arkansas generally limits security deposits to 2 months' rent (unfurnished units, landlords with 6+ properties; 3 months furnished). Conditions can apply — see the Arkansas security deposit limit guide for details.

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

Generally 60 days after move-out. Conditions can apply — see the Arkansas deposit return deadline guide for details.

Do landlords have to pay interest on security deposits in Arkansas?

No statewide statute requires it in Arkansas, though local ordinances or your lease can add the obligation. Conditions can apply — see the Arkansas deposit interest rules guide for details.

How much notice does a landlord need to enter my apartment in Arkansas?

There is no specific statutory minimum in Arkansas — 24 hours is considered good practice rather than a legal requirement. Conditions can apply — see the Arkansas landlord entry notice guide for details.

Is there a limit on late fees in Arkansas?

Arkansas sets no fixed percentage cap, but late fees must be reasonable and can be challenged if punitive. Conditions can apply — see the Arkansas late fee laws guide for details.

How many days late can rent be before fees in Arkansas?

Arkansas's 5-day grace period applies only before the landlord can terminate the lease for nonpayment — it is not a general grace period before late fees; for other tenancies the lease controls. Conditions can apply — see the Arkansas rent grace period guide for details.

What lease clauses are illegal in Arkansas?

Arkansas law restricts 2 clause types tracked in our database, such as: waiver of implied warranty of habitability; confession of judgment clause.

What disclosures must a landlord provide in Arkansas?

Arkansas requires: Lead Paint (Disclosure of known lead-based paint hazards for housing built before 1978); Landlord Identity (Name and address of landlord or authorized agent must be disclosed).