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Arizona
Landlord Laws
2026 Complete Guide

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

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

Arizona Rental Market

Current rents by bedroom · top metro breakdowns · YoY trend

Mar 29, 2026
1 Bedroom
$1,468
2 Bedrooms
$1,750
3 Bedrooms
$2,739
YoY Trend
-11.1%
Days on Market
31d
Scottsdale
85251
1BR$1,696
2BR$2,100
3BR$3,388
YoY
-11.1%
DOM
37.06d
Listings
1218
Mesa
85204
1BR$1,240
2BR$1,399
3BR$2,090
YoY
-11.2%
DOM
25.24d
Listings
370

Arizona Eviction Process

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

01
Serve Notice
5-day written notice for non-payment of rent. Must be delivered personally or posted on door.
02
File Complaint
If tenant fails to pay or vacate after 5 days, file an eviction complaint at your local court. Filing fee: $35–$220.
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
Notice (5d)
Filing + Hearing (14d)
Judgment (7d)
3d
Average total: 21 days from notice to possession. US average is ~50 days.

Security Deposit Rules

Arizona security deposit laws, limits, and return requirements

💰
Maximum Deposit
1.5 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 Arizona law

✅ Landlord Rights
Fastest eviction in US
Preempts local rent control
Strict tenant obligations
⚖️ Tenant Rights
Habitability
Security deposit return in 14 days

Required Disclosures

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

📄 Lead paint
📄 Pool barriers
📄 Bed bug history

Rent Control Status

Arizona rent increase and rent control laws

No Rent Control in Arizona
Arizona 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).

Arizona Landlord FAQs

Common questions answered — also powers Google rich results

How long does eviction take in Arizona?+
The average eviction timeline in Arizona is 21 days from notice to possession. The pay-or-quit notice period is 5 days. Filing fee is $35–$220.
What is the security deposit limit in Arizona?+
In Arizona, the security deposit maximum is 1.5 months. Landlords must return the deposit with an itemized statement of deductions.
Does Arizona have rent control?+
No. Arizona 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 Arizona?+
Landlords in Arizona must provide at least 2 hours written notice before entering a rental unit.

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