Idaho Deposit Return Deadline
21–30 daysUnder Idaho law, an landlord generally has 21–30 days after move-out to act on your security deposit — 21 days by default; a lease may extend the deadline to at most 30 days. The FAQ below covers the details.
Educational information: generated from our Idaho law database (last updated 2024-01-01). Not legal advice.
How Idaho compares
51 of 51 US jurisdictions set a statutory deadline for returning security deposits. Here is how Idaho compares with other states in our database.
Frequently asked questions
- How long does a landlord have to return a security deposit in Idaho?
- Generally 21–30 days after move-out. 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.
- Can an Idaho landlord keep my deposit for damages?
- Landlords may generally deduct for unpaid rent and damage beyond normal wear and tear, but must account for deductions. Deductions for ordinary wear and tear are not allowed.
- What if my Idaho landlord misses the deposit return deadline?
- Missing the statutory deadline (21–30 days) can expose the landlord to statutory penalties. 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.
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