How long does a landlord have to return a security deposit in Kentucky?

In Kentucky, a landlord must return the deposit, with an itemized statement for any deductions, within 60 days of move-out. Two-step process: itemize, then a 30–60 day dispute window before the landlord may keep disputed amounts.

What is the small claims limit for a deposit dispute in Kentucky?

Small claims court in Kentucky handles disputes up to $2,500.

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Kentucky security deposit law

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Return deadline

60 days

Two-step process: itemize, then a 30–60 day dispute window before the landlord may keep disputed amounts.

Small claims limit

$2,500

What you need to know

• Your deposit must be held in a separate account the landlord disclosed to you.
• Deductions require an itemized list and a dispute window before the landlord can keep contested amounts.

Itemization: Itemized list required; deposit must be held in a separate, disclosed account.

Interest: No interest required.

Deposit cap: No statutory cap.

If they wrongfully withhold: Noncompliance can forfeit the landlord’s right to withhold.

Statute: Ky. Rev. Stat. § 383.580

What’s at stake for you?

Deadlines and penalties are state law — check yours, then lock in the evidence.

Your state

Your security deposit ($)

💰 At stake: your $1,500 deposit.

⏱ Deadline: Kentucky landlords must act within 60 days of move-out. Two-step process: itemize, then a 30–60 day dispute window before the landlord may keep disputed amounts.

⚖️ Your leverage: Noncompliance can forfeit the landlord’s right to withhold.

🏛 If it comes to it: small claims in Kentucky handles up to $2,500 — no lawyer needed.

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DepositShield is not a law firm and this is not legal advice. This information is not guaranteed to be accurate, complete, or current — laws change and vary by city and situation. Verify it with an official source and consult a licensed attorney or your local tenants’ rights organization before relying on it or acting. Using DepositShield does not create an attorney-client relationship.