Michigan security deposit law
Read from the statute itself on 2026-11-09. Statewide rule; a city or county can add its own.
- Maximum deposit
- 1.5 months of rent
- Return deadline
- 30 days
- Interest
- Not required by the statute
Capped at 1 1/2 months' rent. The landlord must mail an itemized list of damages claimed within 30 days after the tenant moves out.
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Michigan: common questions
How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Michigan?
Up to 1.5 months of rent under MCL 554.602, 554.609, 554.613. Capped at 1 1/2 months' rent. The landlord must mail an itemized list of damages claimed within 30 days after the tenant moves out.
How long does a landlord have to return a security deposit in Michigan?
30 days. An itemized notice of damages must be mailed within 30 days after move-out, and the balance returned within 45 days. The tenant must give a written forwarding address within 4 days of moving out.
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