Check a Bill →
States/North Dakota/1-Month Limit
✓ North Dakota Century Code verified

North Dakota One-Month Security Deposit Limit

N.D.C.C. § 47-16-07.1 generally prohibits security above one month’s rent. The statute separately allows up to two months in specific circumstances involving certain felony convictions or prior rental-agreement judgments.

Last reviewed: August 30, 20261 official source cited
General security maximum1 month’s rent

Check statutory exceptions before applying the rule.

Separate each upfront charge

  • Ordinary security deposit.
  • Pet security deposit.
  • Prepaid rent.
  • Other fees.
  • Whether a statutory two-month exception is claimed.
Use the current Century Code and the actual lease/possession facts. Educational information only.

Official sources

North Dakota Legislative BranchN.D.C.C. § 47-16-07.1 — Security deposits ↗

Current Century Code chapter containing deposit limits, interest, deductions, 30-day itemization/refund and treble-damages provision.

Related North Dakota guides

Security Deposit →2-Month Exceptions →Pet Deposit →30-Day Rule →