Maryland Landlord-Tenant Law: The Verified Rules (2026)
Every value below cites its statute and shows the date we last checked it. Where we haven't verified a rule yet, we say so — we never guess at the law.
Security deposits
Return deadline
Spot-check advised45 days
Source: Md. Code, Real Prop. § 8-203 · Last verified June 1, 2026 · Deposit return tool for Maryland →
Itemized statement required
Spot-check advisedYes
Source: Md. Code, Real Prop. § 8-203 · Last verified June 1, 2026 · Deposit return tool for Maryland →
Interest on the deposit
VerifiedYes
Source: Md. Code, Real Property § 8-203 · Last verified June 12, 2026 · Deposit interest tool for Maryland →
Interest rule
VerifiedDeposits of $50 or more earn simple interest at the greater of 1.5% per year or the 1-year U.S. Treasury (Constant Maturity) yield set each January, accruing monthly, payable only if held at least 6 months. The DHCD publishes the rate and a calculator.
Source: Md. Code, Real Property § 8-203 · Last verified June 12, 2026 · Deposit interest tool for Maryland →
Rent, fees, and notice
Late fee limit
VerifiedUp to 5% of rent
Source: Md. Code, Real Prop. § 8-208(d)(3) · Last verified June 12, 2026 · Late fee tool for Maryland →
Late fee grace period
Verified0 days
Source: Md. Code, Real Prop. § 8-208(d)(3) · Last verified June 12, 2026 · Late fee tool for Maryland →
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