Georgia's Safe at Home Act establishes a two-month cap. Landlords owning more than 10 units must use dedicated escrow or a licensed bond alternative. Refund deadlines need additional verification.
Last verified: 2026-10-10
Max deposit
2
months' rent
Return deadline
See notes
Interest required
No
not required
Separate account
Required
Maximum Security Deposit
2 months's rent
Enacted Safe at Home legislation establishes two-month cap; verify applicability date against current official law.
Return Deadline
See notes
Current refund and inspection provisions not verified from official statutory text.
Interest on Deposit
Not required
No interest requirement identified in O.C.G.A. §§44-7-31 et seq.
Separate Account Required
Required
Dedicated escrow or licensed-insurer bond alternative required for landlords owning more than 10 units under O.C.G.A. §44-7-31.
⚖️ Permitted Deductions
Current deduction and inspection rules not verified from official statutory text.
📋 Official Source
The information on this page is sourced from the primary Georgia statute. Always verify against the current official text before making decisions.
How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Georgia?
Georgia law limits security deposits to 2 months's rent. Enacted Safe at Home legislation establishes two-month cap; verify applicability date against current official law.
Does Georgia require landlords to pay interest on security deposits?
No. Georgia law does not require landlords to pay interest to tenants on security deposits. No interest requirement identified in O.C.G.A. §§44-7-31 et seq.
Must Georgia landlords keep security deposits in a separate bank account?
Yes. Georgia requires landlords to hold security deposits in a separate account. Dedicated escrow or licensed-insurer bond alternative required for landlords owning more than 10 units under O.C.G.A. §44-7-31.
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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 Georgia before making decisions. Official source: https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20232024/223891. Last reviewed: 2026-10-10.