Oregon Landlord-Tenant Laws
This overview summarizes common Oregon landlord-tenant topics using published statute references (Oregon Revised Statutes 90). Laws change — confirm details with official sources.
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Security Deposit Laws
No statutory limit
31 days
No statutory requirement
The rule: No statewide deposit limit (local rules, such as Portland's, may apply). Within 31 days after the tenancy ends and the tenant returns possession, the landlord must return the deposit or send a written accounting of each claim with the balance. Failure, or withholding in bad faith, can cost twice the amount withheld (Or. Rev. Stat. § 90.300).
Landlords should provide an itemized deduction list when withholding any portion of the deposit.
Reviewed · Or. Rev. Stat. § 90.300
Eviction Notice Requirements
13 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
4 days
5% of rent
Additional Regulations
SB 608 (7% + CPI statewide cap)
24 hours
When to use Oregon document templates
Use LeaseCraft templates when you need PDF and editable DOCX lease and notice forms built for Oregon landlords and tenants. Start with the residential lease generator, then add notices from the sidebar.
Common mistakes in Oregon
- Relying on verbal agreements instead of a written lease with required disclosures
- Missing the security deposit return deadline (31 days)
- Serving eviction or termination notices with incorrect day counts
Frequently asked questions
Oregon sets no statewide security deposit limit. The return deadline is 31 days. No statewide deposit limit (local rules, such as Portland's, may apply). Within 31 days after the tenancy ends and the tenant returns possession, the landlord must return the deposit or send a written accounting of each claim with the balance. Failure, or withholding in bad faith, can cost twice the amount withheld (Or. Rev. Stat. § 90.300).
Confirm current rules in Oregon Revised Statutes 90.
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 Oregon sources before relying on this information. Last reviewed: 2026-09-27.