Missouri deposit law, in plain English.
What your landlord has to do with your deposit after you move out. Each rule links to the official text.
30 days.
Your landlord has 30 days after your tenancy ends to return the full deposit, or send an itemized list of damages with the rest.
§ 535.300.3Off limits.
Ordinary wear and tear. Carpet cleaning only if your lease says so.
§ 535.300.4You can be there.
They have to tell you in writing when they'll inspect, and you can be present.
§ 535.300.5Twice what they kept.
Wrongfully keeping any of it means you recover twice that amount.
§ 535.300.6
Not covered here yet: Kansas City and St. Louis rentals
Checked against the official text on October 19, 2026. General information, not legal advice. Cities can add their own rules.
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