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Iowa Two-Month Rental Deposit Limit

Section 562A.12(1) says a landlord shall not demand or receive a security deposit exceeding two months’ rent.

Last reviewed: August 30, 20261 official source cited
Maximum2 months’ rent

Residential rental-deposit cap.

Deposit handlingSeparate insured institution

The chapter also regulates how rental deposits are held.

Separate deposit from other charges

  • Rental/security deposit.
  • Prepaid rent.
  • Application fee.
  • Pet fee or pet deposit.
  • Administrative or service charges.
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