Property Management
Oregon law limits the maximum security deposit a residential landlord may charge to:
AOne month's rent
BTwo months' rent
COregon has no statutory cap on security deposits✓ Correct
DThree months' rent
Explanation
Oregon does not impose a statutory cap on security deposits for residential rentals (though some Oregon cities may have local ordinances). Landlords must, however, return the deposit or provide an itemized accounting within 31 days of tenancy termination.
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