Arizona generally limits security and prepaid rent to 1.5 months. No interest or separate account required. The precise refund clock still needs extraction from the full section.
Last verified: 2026-10-10
Max deposit
1.5
months' rent
Return deadline
See notes
Interest required
No
not required
Separate account
No
Maximum Security Deposit
1.5 months's rent
Includes prepaid rent; tenant may voluntarily pay more in advance.
Return Deadline
See notes
Full deadline and business-day calculation need verification from subsection (D).
Interest on Deposit
Not required
A.R.S. §33-1321 does not require interest on deposits.
Separate Account Required
Not required
§33-1321(G) permits use under an applicable property-management agreement; no separate account required.
⚖️ Permitted Deductions
Rent; lawful signed-lease charges; damages from tenant noncompliance, subject to mitigation.
📋 Official Source
The information on this page is sourced from the primary Arizona statute. Always verify against the current official text before making decisions.
How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Arizona?
Arizona law limits security deposits to 1.5 months's rent. Includes prepaid rent; tenant may voluntarily pay more in advance.
Does Arizona require landlords to pay interest on security deposits?
No. Arizona law does not require landlords to pay interest to tenants on security deposits. A.R.S. §33-1321 does not require interest on deposits.
Must Arizona landlords keep security deposits in a separate bank account?
No. Arizona law does not require a separate bank account for security deposits. §33-1321(G) permits use under an applicable property-management agreement; no separate account required.
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This page is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Security deposit laws change — always verify the current statute or consult a licensed attorney in Arizona before making decisions. Official source: https://www.azleg.gov/ars/33/01321.htm. Last reviewed: 2026-10-10.