Idaho Security Deposit Limit
no statutory limitIdaho has no statewide statutory cap on residential security deposits — the amount is a matter of contract between you and the landlord. That makes reviewing the deposit clause in your lease especially important.
Educational information: generated from our Idaho law database (last updated 2024-01-01). Not legal advice.
How Idaho compares
30 of 51 US jurisdictions cap security deposits by statute; the other 21 set no statewide cap (local caps can still apply in some cities). Here is how Idaho compares with other states in our database.
Frequently asked questions
- How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Idaho?
- Idaho sets no statewide statutory maximum on security deposits, so the amount is negotiated in the lease. Idaho is one of 21 US jurisdictions without a statewide deposit cap. No statutory limit on deposit amount. Return within 21 days if no time specified in lease, maximum 30 days regardless. Third-party managers must hold deposits in separate account. Must provide itemized statement with any deductions.
- Does Idaho require landlords to pay interest on security deposits?
- No. Idaho does not have a statewide requirement that landlords pay interest on security deposits.
- How long does a landlord have to return a security deposit in Idaho?
- Idaho landlords generally must return the deposit within 21–30 days after move-out.
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