Maine Security Deposit Rules
Official deposit limits, return deadlines, and legal citations for this state.
Deposit Requirements
Maximum Deposit
2 months' rent
Return Deadline
30 days (written lease) / 21 days (tenancy-at-will or seasonal)
Itemized Statement Required
Yes
Interest Required
No
Pet Deposit Rules
No separate statutory pet deposit limit; included in max deposit.
Allowed Deductions
Damage beyond normal wear and tear, unpaid rent, and other costs associated with lease violations.
Security Deposit Timeline
Maximum Deposit
2 months' rent
Return Deadline
30 days (written lease) / 21 days (tenancy-at-will or seasonal)
Itemized Statement
Yes
Interest Required
No
Pet Deposit Rules
No separate statutory pet deposit limit; included in max deposit.
Allowed Deductions
Damage beyond normal wear and tear, unpaid rent, and other costs associated with lease violations.
Legal Citations
- 14 M.R.S. § 6033