Property Management

In Ohio, security deposits for residential properties are limited to:

AOne month's rent maximum
BNo statutory limit — any amount agreed upon by landlord and tenant
CTwo months' rent maximum for the first year of tenancy✓ Correct
DThree months' rent maximum regardless of circumstances

Explanation

Under ORC 5321.16, Ohio does not set a cap on the initial security deposit.

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