Idaho Landlord-Tenant Laws
This overview summarizes common Idaho landlord-tenant topics using published statute references (Idaho Code 55). Laws change — confirm details with official sources.
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Idaho at a glance: Security deposit limit: No statutory limit. Return deadline: 21 days. Month-to-month notice: 30 days. Source: Idaho Code 55.
Security deposit
- Maximum deposit
- No statutory limit
- Return deadline
- 21 days
- Interest required
- No statutory requirement
The rule: No statewide deposit limit. The refund is due within 21 days after the tenant surrenders the unit, or within the period the lease sets, which cannot exceed 30 days; any amount kept needs a signed itemized statement (Idaho Code § 6-321).
Landlords should provide an itemized deduction list when withholding any portion of the deposit.
Source read · Idaho Code § 6-321
Eviction notice
- Nonpayment of rent
- 3 days notice
- Lease violation
- 3 days notice
Court filing and service rules vary by county. Use our eviction timeline calculator for planning.
Notice to vacate
- Month-to-month lease
- 30 days notice
- Fixed-term lease
- No notice required if lease ends
Late rent fees
- Grace period
- No statutory requirement
- Maximum late fee
- No limit
Additional regulations
- Rent control
- No statewide rent control
- Landlord entry notice
- No statutory requirement
Primary statute reference: Idaho Code 55
Sources
When to use Idaho document templates
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Common mistakes in Idaho
- Relying on verbal agreements instead of a written lease with required disclosures
- Missing the security deposit return deadline (21 days)
- Serving eviction or termination notices with incorrect day counts
Frequently asked questions
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Idaho sets no statewide security deposit limit. The return deadline is 21 days. No statewide deposit limit. The refund is due within 21 days after the tenant surrenders the unit, or within the period the lease sets, which cannot exceed 30 days; any amount kept needs a signed itemized statement (Idaho Code § 6-321).
Confirm current rules in Idaho Code 55.
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Idaho month-to-month tenancies typically require 30 days written notice unless the lease specifies otherwise.
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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 Idaho sources before relying on this information.
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