Legal Question in Consumer Law in Pennsylvania
What is the maximum amount of a security deposit a landlord can ask for?
I am trying to rent an apartment in Philadelphia, PA. I live in Cleveland, Ohio. The rent is $975.00 a month and the landlord is asking for $2500 as a deposit and $975 the day we move in. I just need to know if he can legally ask for a deposit in the amount of $2500. Thank you very much,--name removed--
Asked on 4/25/01, 12:16 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Matthew Nahrgang
Nahrgang & Associates, P.C.
Re: What is the maximum amount of a security deposit a landlord can ask for?
There is no maximum amount, although the usual amount is equal to 2 months rent.
Answered on 6/19/01, 9:54 am
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