30 days to return the deposit; cap 2 months' rent.
The deposit plus accrued interest and any itemized deductions are due within 30 days of move-out, or 15 days after you give a forwarding address, whichever is later. Deposits are capped at two months' rent (one month if you're 62+).
What this means for you: Connecticut requires landlords to pay interest on deposits — check that you received it.
Your next step: Provide a forwarding address; send a demand if the deadline passes.
Source: Conn. Gen. Stat. § 47a-21. Reviewed 2026-06-16 (needs local verification).
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Security deposit in nearby states: New York (14 days to return the deposit; cap 1 month's rent) · Rhode Island (20 days to return the deposit; cap 1 month's rent) · Massachusetts (30 days to return the deposit; cap 1 month's rent).
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and vary by locality; consult a licensed attorney or your local housing authority.
Updated July 2026