30 days to return the deposit; cap 2 months' rent.
The deposit and an itemized statement are due within 30 days of move-out. Deposits are capped at two months' rent.
What this means for you: Bad-faith retention can cost the landlord double the deposit.
Your next step: Provide a forwarding address; send a demand if 30 days pass.
Source: Mo. Rev. Stat. § 535.300. Reviewed 2026-06-16 (needs local verification).
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Security deposit in nearby states: Illinois (45 days to return the deposit; cap no statutory cap) · Iowa (30 days to return the deposit; cap 2 months' rent) · Kansas (30 days to return the deposit; cap 1 month's rent) · Nebraska (14 days to return the deposit; cap 1 month's rent) · Oklahoma (30 days to return the deposit; cap no statutory cap) · Arkansas (60 days to return the deposit; cap 2 months' rent) · Tennessee (30 days to return the deposit; cap no statutory cap) · Kentucky (60 days to return the deposit; cap no statutory cap).
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and vary by locality; consult a licensed attorney or your local housing authority.
Updated July 2026