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No capSecurity deposit cap

15 daysDeposit return deadline

24 hrsEntry notice required

30 daysTo end month-to-month

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Security deposits in Florida

Florida doesn't cap security deposits by statute — most landlords charge one to two months' rent. No statutory limit; landlord may offer optional fee in lieu of deposit After the tenancy ends, the deposit must be returned within 15 days. 15 days if no claim; otherwise 30-day written notice of claim, tenant has 15 days to object Returning one now? Use the free Florida deposit return letter generator — it computes the deadline and itemizes deductions for you.

Late fees and grace periods

Florida sets no statutory dollar cap on late fees, but courts require them to be reasonable and they must appear in the written lease. No grace period is required by statute, though many leases include one. No statutory cap; must be in lease and reasonable. No required grace period.

Landlord entry and notices

Landlords must give at least 24 hours' notice before entering, except in emergencies. At least 24 hours' reasonable notice for repairs, entry 7:30am-8pm (§ 83.53). Ending a month-to-month tenancy takes 30 days' written notice (30 days before end of monthly period, either party (raised from 15 in 2023)). No statewide statute; some counties (e.g. Miami-Dade) require 60 days for increases over 5%. Planning an increase? The free Florida rent increase notice generator applies the notice period automatically.

Required disclosures in a Florida lease

Lead-based paint (federal). EPA/HUD disclosure and pamphlet required (Required when: pre-1978 housing.)
Radon gas notice. Statutory radon warning language in every lease (§ 404.056(5)) (Always required.)
Security deposit holding notice. Within 30 days: where deposit is held, whether interest-bearing, plus statutory rights text (Required when: deposit collected.)
Landlord/agent name and address. Written disclosure of landlord or agent for notices (Always required.)
Fee in lieu of deposit. Statutory disclosure if offering monthly fee option instead of deposit (Required when: fee option offered.)

Clauses you can’t put in a Florida lease

Waiver of Chapter 83 rights or procedures
Exculpatory clauses limiting landlord liability

Utilities and pets

Utilities: Landlord may not shut off utilities or interrupt service, even during eviction (§ 83.67). Pets: No statute; pet deposits, fees, and pet rent allowed by contract.

Frequently asked questions

How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Florida?

Florida has no statutory limit on security deposits — one to two months' rent is customary. No statutory limit; landlord may offer optional fee in lieu of deposit

How long does a Florida landlord have to return the deposit?

15 days after the tenancy ends. 15 days if no claim; otherwise 30-day written notice of claim, tenant has 15 days to object

Are late fees limited in Florida?

There's no statutory dollar cap, but fees must be reasonable and stated in the lease. No statutory cap; must be in lease and reasonable. No required grace period

How much notice before a landlord can enter the unit in Florida?

At least 24 hours, except in emergencies. At least 24 hours' reasonable notice for repairs, entry 7:30am-8pm (§ 83.53)

Does Florida have rent control?

No statewide rent control. Local rent control preempted (SB 102, 2023)

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Key statutes: Fla. Stat. § 83.49 · Fla. Stat. § 83.53 · Fla. Stat. § 83.57 · Fla. Stat. § 404.056(5). Last reviewed 2026-07. This guide summarizes state law for convenience and is not legal advice; cities and counties may add their own rules.