New Jersey Security Deposit Rules
Official deposit limits, return deadlines, and legal citations for this state.
Deposit Requirements
Maximum Deposit
1.5 months' rent
Return Deadline
30 days (5 days for fire/disaster relocation)
Itemized Statement Required
Yes
Interest Required
Yes
Pet Deposit Rules
No separate statutory pet deposit limit; included in max deposit.
Allowed Deductions
Damage beyond normal wear and tear and unpaid rent.
Security Deposit Timeline
Maximum Deposit
1.5 months' rent
Return Deadline
30 days (5 days for fire/disaster relocation)
Itemized Statement
Yes
Interest Required
Yes
Pet Deposit Rules
No separate statutory pet deposit limit; included in max deposit.
Allowed Deductions
Damage beyond normal wear and tear and unpaid rent.
Legal Citations
- N.J.S.A. § 46:8-21.1