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South Carolina renter guide

South Carolina 30-Day Security Deposit Rule

South Carolina requires the written itemization and amount due, if any, within 30 days after termination of the tenancy, delivery of possession and demand by the tenant, whichever is later.

Last reviewed: August 30, 20261 official source cited
Deadline30 days

Use the latest relevant statutory trigger.

NoticeWritten itemization

Deductions from the deposit must be itemized.

Calculate from the correct event

  • Termination date.
  • Delivery of possession.
  • Tenant demand date.
  • Use the latest applicable date before adding 30 days.
Use the latest applicable trigger. South Carolina’s 30-day wording involves termination, delivery of possession and tenant demand. Educational information only.

Official source

South Carolina LegislatureS.C. Code § 27-40-410 — Security deposits; prepaid rent ↗

Current official South Carolina Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, including the 30-day itemization/refund, forwarding-address, deposit-standard disclosure and remedy provisions.

Related South Carolina guides

Security Deposit →Forwarding Address →Damage Itemization →Deposit Standards →