Unfurnished maximum1 month’s rent
General maximum under § 58-2550(a).
Furnished maximum1.5 months
When landlord-owned furniture is provided.
Additional pet security0.5 month
When the rental agreement permits pets.
Outside return deadline30 days
After termination, delivery of possession and tenant demand.
What to preserve
- Lease and deposit receipt.
- Whether the unit was furnished by the landlord.
- Pet-related deposit language.
- Termination date, possession-return date and tenant demand.
- Written itemization of deductions.
- Move-in inventory and photos.
Kansas has two timing concepts
If non-rent charges are retained, the landlord returns the balance within 14 days after determining the amount of expenses, damages or other allowable charges, but the statute says the return may not exceed 30 days after termination, delivery of possession and tenant demand.
Compare this topic across states
Use the correct Kansas trigger. The 30-day outside limit depends on termination, delivery of possession and tenant demand. Educational information only.
Official sources
Kansas LegislatureK.S.A. 58-2550 — Security deposits ↗
Official 2026 Kansas statute covering deposit limits, itemized deductions, the 14/30-day return framework and damages for noncompliance.
Kansas LegislatureK.S.A. 58-2548 — Inventory of premises ↗Official 2026 Kansas statute requiring a joint written inventory within five days of initial occupancy or delivery of possession.