Jersey City Renters
Get Your Security Deposit Back in Jersey City
Your Jersey City landlord has 30 days to return your security deposit after you move out. Know your rights and hold them accountable.
30
Days to return
$2,400
Avg. rent
290K
Population
Jersey City Local Info
New Jersey requires deposits be returned within 30 days. Jersey City landlords must hold deposits in interest-bearing accounts and deposits are limited to 1.5 months' rent.
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New Jersey Security Deposit Law
Return Deadline
30 days after move-out
Penalty for Late Return
You can recover double the amount due (mandatory), plus court costs and reasonable attorney's fees