New Orleans Renters

Get Your Security Deposit Back in New Orleans

Your New Orleans landlord has 30 days to return your security deposit after you move out. Know your rights and hold them accountable.

30

Days to return

$1,300

Avg. rent

390K

Population

New Orleans Local Info

Louisiana allows 30 days for deposit return. New Orleans landlords must provide itemized statement; failure can result in penalties and attorney fees.

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Louisiana Security Deposit Law

Return Deadline

30 days after move-out

Penalty for Late Return

You can recover the amount wrongfully withheld plus attorney's fees; willful failure adds $300 or twice the amount wrongfully withheld, whichever is greater

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