30 days to return the deposit; cap 1 month's rent.
The landlord must return the deposit and itemize deductions within 14 days of determining deductions, but no more than 30 days after the tenancy ends. Unfurnished deposits are capped at one month's rent.
What this means for you: Wrongful withholding can cost the landlord 1.5 times the amount kept.
Your next step: Provide a forwarding address; send a demand if 30 days pass.
Source: Kan. Stat. § 58-2550. Reviewed 2026-06-16 (needs local verification).
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Security deposit in nearby states: Nebraska (14 days to return the deposit; cap 1 month's rent) · Missouri (30 days to return the deposit; cap 2 months' rent) · Oklahoma (30 days to return the deposit; cap no statutory cap) · Colorado (30 days to return the deposit; cap 2 months' 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