Deposits
What is the security deposit limit in Florida?
Florida sets no cap on the deposit amount. If the landlord makes no claim, they must return the full deposit within 15 days. If they intend to keep any of it, they must send written notice within 30 days or forfeit the claim (Fla. Stat. § 83.49).
By the LeasePlain Editorial Team · Checked against Ontario's Residential Tenancies Act per our editorial standards·Last reviewed August 2026
A 2023 law also lets landlords offer an optional monthly fee in lieu of a deposit — read the terms, as that fee is usually non-refundable.