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Kansas security deposit law

Read from the statute itself on 2026-11-09. Statewide rule; a city or county can add its own.

Maximum deposit
Depends — see the rule
Return deadline
30 days
Interest
Not required by the statute

Unfurnished: one month's rent; furnished: 1.5 months' rent; a pet adds up to half a month's rent on top. The balance is due within 14 days after the landlord's determination, and no later than 30 days after the tenancy ends.

Source: K.S.A. 58-2550(a), (b) · read on 2026-11-09

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The cap depends on your situation
Unfurnished: one month's rent; furnished: 1.5 months' rent; a pet adds up to half a month's rent on top. The balance is due within 14 days after the landlord's determination, and no later than 30 days after the tenancy ends.
Return deadline
30 days
The balance is due within 14 days after the landlord works out the deductions, and never later than 30 days after the tenancy ends.
Interest required
No
Not required by the statute
Source: K.S.A. 58-2550(a), (b) · read on 2026-11-09

Kansas: common questions

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

Unfurnished: one month's rent; furnished: 1.5 months' rent; a pet adds up to half a month's rent on top. The balance is due within 14 days after the landlord's determination, and no later than 30 days after the tenancy ends.

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

30 days. The balance is due within 14 days after the landlord works out the deductions, and never later than 30 days after the tenancy ends.

Not legal advice. Confirm with a local landlord-tenant attorney before relying on a figure.

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