60 days to return the deposit; cap no statutory cap.
The deposit and an itemized statement are due within 60 days of move-out (or 45 days after the unit is re-rented, whichever is sooner). There is no statutory cap on the deposit amount.
What this means for you: West Virginia's 60-day window is among the longest; track your re-rental timing.
Your next step: Provide a forwarding address; send a demand if the deadline passes.
Source: W. Va. Code § 37-6A-1 et seq.. Reviewed 2026-06-16 (needs local verification).
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Security deposit in nearby states: Pennsylvania (30 days to return the deposit; cap 2 months' rent) · Ohio (30 days to return the deposit; cap no statutory cap) · Kentucky (60 days to return the deposit; cap no statutory cap) · Virginia (45 days to return the deposit; cap 2 months' rent) · Maryland (45 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