Arkansas Landlord-Tenant Laws
This overview summarizes common Arkansas landlord-tenant topics using published statute references (Arkansas Code 18-17). Laws change — confirm details with official sources.
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Security Deposit Laws
2 months' rent
60 days
Not confirmed by LeaseCraft
The rule: For landlords the law covers (those renting six or more dwellings), max 2 months' rent. The deposit must be returned, with a written itemized list of any charges withheld, within 60 days after the tenant moves out. Whether interest is owed could not be confirmed from official text (Ark. Code Ann. §§ 18-16-303 to -305, as summarised by the Arkansas Attorney General).
Landlords should provide an itemized deduction list when withholding any portion of the deposit.
Reviewed · Ark. Code Ann. §§ 18-16-303 to -305, as summarised by the Arkansas Attorney General
Eviction Notice Requirements
3 days notice
14 days notice
Court filing and service rules vary by county. Use our eviction timeline calculator for planning.
Notice to Vacate
30 days notice
No notice required if lease ends
Late Rent Fees
No statutory requirement
No limit
Additional Regulations
No statewide rent control
No statutory requirement
When to use Arkansas document templates
Use LeaseCraft templates when you need PDF and editable DOCX lease and notice forms built for Arkansas landlords and tenants. Start with the residential lease generator, then add notices from the sidebar.
Common mistakes in Arkansas
- Relying on verbal agreements instead of a written lease with required disclosures
- Missing the security deposit return deadline (60 days)
- Serving eviction or termination notices with incorrect day counts
Frequently asked questions
In Arkansas the security deposit limit is 2 months' rent. The return deadline is 60 days. For landlords the law covers (those renting six or more dwellings), max 2 months' rent. The deposit must be returned, with a written itemized list of any charges withheld, within 60 days after the tenant moves out. Whether interest is owed could not be confirmed from official text (Ark. Code Ann. §§ 18-16-303 to -305, as summarised by the Arkansas Attorney General).
Confirm current rules in Arkansas Code 18-17.
Disclaimer: Educational summary only, not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney in your state for specific guidance. LeaseCraft is not a law firm. Statutes change — verify requirements with official Arkansas sources before relying on this information. Last reviewed: 2026-06-18.