Madison Renters
Get Your Security Deposit Back in Madison
Your Madison landlord has 21 days to return your security deposit after you move out. Know your rights and hold them accountable.
21
Days to return
$1,300
Avg. rent
270K
Population
Madison Local Info
Wisconsin requires deposits be returned within 21 days. Madison has a strong rental market driven by the university, and tenants can recover 2x wrongfully withheld amounts.
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Wisconsin Security Deposit Law
Return Deadline
21 days after move-out
Penalty for Late Return
Landlord forfeits the right to withhold; you can recover double your deposit amount