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Arkansas
Landlord Laws
2026 Complete Guide

Everything a landlord needs to know about Arkansas law — eviction process, security deposits, entry rights, rent control status, and local court resources.

9
out of 10 · Landlord Friendly
📋
Notice Period
3 days
⏱️
Full Eviction
~21 days
💰
Deposit Max
2 months
🔑
Entry Notice
None req.
💳
Late Fee Cap
None
Rent Control
No
Live Market Data · RentCast

Arkansas Rental Market

Current rents by bedroom · top metro breakdowns · YoY trend

Mar 29, 2026
1 Bedroom
$910
2 Bedrooms
$1,170
3 Bedrooms
$1,600
YoY Trend
-7.4%
Days on Market
52d
Little Rock
72205
1BR$825
2BR$1,115
3BR$1,500
YoY
-14.8%
DOM
37.33d
Listings
180
Fayetteville
72703
1BR$995
2BR$1,225
3BR$1,700
YoY
0%
DOM
67.23d
Listings
267

Arkansas Eviction Process

Complete timeline for removing a non-paying or violating tenant in Arkansas

01
Serve Notice
3-day written notice for non-payment of rent. No special delivery method required by statute.
02
File Complaint
If tenant fails to pay or vacate after 3 days, file an eviction complaint at your local court. Filing fee: $65–$165.
03
Court Hearing
Hearing typically scheduled 7–14 days after filing. Bring your lease, all notices, rent ledger, and any communications with the tenant.
04
Judgment & Possession
If you win, the court issues a judgment for possession. Tenant typically has 24–72 hours to vacate. If not, obtain a writ of possession.
ESTIMATED TOTAL TIMELINE
3d
Filing + Hearing (14d)
Judgment (7d)
3d
Average total: 21 days from notice to possession. US average is ~50 days.

Security Deposit Rules

Arkansas security deposit laws, limits, and return requirements

💰
Maximum Deposit
2 months
Per current statutes
📅
Return Deadline
14–45 days
After tenant vacates
📋
Itemization Required
Yes
Written itemization of deductions
📈
Interest Required
No
Required in some high-reg states

Rights & Responsibilities

What both parties are entitled to under Arkansas law

✅ Landlord Rights
No habitability statute (common law only)
No entry notice required
Criminal unlawful detainer option
⚖️ Tenant Rights
Basic habitability

Required Disclosures

Items you must disclose to tenants in Arkansas before or at lease signing

📄 Lead paint (pre-1978)

Rent Control Status

Arkansas rent increase and rent control laws

No Rent Control in Arkansas
Arkansas has no statewide rent control law. You can raise rents by any amount with proper notice (typically 30 days for month-to-month, or at lease end for fixed terms).

Arkansas Landlord FAQs

Common questions answered — also powers Google rich results

How long does eviction take in Arkansas?+
The average eviction timeline in Arkansas is 21 days from notice to possession. The pay-or-quit notice period is 3 days. Filing fee is $65–$165.
What is the security deposit limit in Arkansas?+
In Arkansas, the security deposit maximum is 2 months. Landlords must return the deposit with an itemized statement of deductions.
Does Arkansas have rent control?+
No. Arkansas has no statewide rent control. You can raise rents by any amount with proper notice — typically 30 days for month-to-month tenancies.
How much entry notice is required in Arkansas?+
Arkansas does not require advance notice before entering a rental unit by statute, though best practice is always to notify tenants.

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