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TX   Security Deposit

Texas security deposit rules

Texas does not cap security deposit amounts, but landlords must return the deposit (minus itemized deductions) within 30 days of move-out and a written forwarding address.

Last reviewed July 2026 · by LeaseRooster Team

Maximum deposit amount

Texas places no statutory cap on the size of a residential security deposit. The amount is whatever the lease specifies.

Return timeline

Texas Property Code § 92.1031: 30 days after surrender + forwarding address

The landlord must refund the deposit within 30 days after the tenant surrenders the unit and provides a written forwarding address.

Itemized deductions

§ 92.104: written itemized list required

If deductions are taken, the landlord must give the tenant a written itemized list of damages and the deposit balance returned.

  1. § 92.103 30 days after surrender

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