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Oklahoma residential lease agreement.

Everything a Oklahoma lease must get right in 2026 — deposit limits, late fees, notice periods, and required disclosures — plus a free builder that applies each rule for you and outputs a signable PDF.

No capSecurity deposit cap

45 daysDeposit return deadline

24 hrsEntry notice required

30 daysTo end month-to-month

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Security deposits in Oklahoma

Oklahoma doesn't cap security deposits by statute — most landlords charge one to two months' rent. No statutory limit; must be held in federally insured Oklahoma escrow account After the tenancy ends, the deposit must be returned within 45 days. Within 45 days after termination and tenant's written demand Returning one now? Use the free Oklahoma deposit return letter generator — it computes the deadline and itemizes deductions for you.

Late fees and grace periods

Oklahoma 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 reasonable and in lease. No statutory grace period.

Landlord entry and notices

Landlords must give at least 24 hours' notice before entering, except in emergencies. At least one day's notice, reasonable times. Ending a month-to-month tenancy takes 30 days' written notice (30 days' written notice). No statute; 30-day month-to-month change of terms customary. Planning an increase? The free Oklahoma rent increase notice generator applies the notice period automatically.

Required disclosures in a Oklahoma lease

Lead-based paint (federal). Pamphlet + known-hazard disclosure required (Required when: pre-1978 housing.)
Owner/manager identity. Written name/address of owner, manager, or agent for notices (Always required.)
Flood history. Written notice in lease if premises flooded in past 5 years and landlord knows (Required when: if flooded within 5 years.)
Methamphetamine manufacture. Disclose known meth manufacture unless contamination below the state threshold (Required when: if known contamination.)

Clauses you can’t put in a Oklahoma lease

Waiver of ORLTA rights or remedies
Confession of judgment clauses
Exculpatory clauses limiting landlord liability

Utilities and pets

Utilities: No specific statute; lease should allocate utilities. Pets: No statutory pet deposit rules; no overall deposit cap.

Frequently asked questions

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

Oklahoma has no statutory limit on security deposits — one to two months' rent is customary. No statutory limit; must be held in federally insured Oklahoma escrow account

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

45 days after the tenancy ends. Within 45 days after termination and tenant's written demand

Are late fees limited in Oklahoma?

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

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

At least 24 hours, except in emergencies. At least one day's notice, reasonable times

Does Oklahoma have rent control?

No statewide rent control. No rent control; state preempts local rent regulation

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Key statutes: 41 O.S. § 115 · 41 O.S. § 113a · 41 O.S. § 116 · 41 O.S. § 111 · 41 O.S. § 128. Last reviewed 2026-07. This guide summarizes state law for convenience and is not legal advice; cities and counties may add their own rules.