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    Maryland Security Deposit Return Letter

    Landlords must return the deposit with interest, less damages rightfully withheld, within 45 days after the tenancy ends (Md. Code, Real Prop. § 8-203(e)(1)). The security deposit return letter below is preset for Maryland: fill in your details, then print it or save it as a PDF.

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    Maryland rules for a security deposit return letter

    Deadline to return the security deposit
    45 days after the lease ends Md. Code, Real Prop. § 8-203(e)(1)
    Itemized list of deductions
    Required Md. Code, Real Prop. § 8-203(g), (j)
    Penalty for a late or improper return
    Up to three times the amount withheld without a reasonable basis, plus reasonable attorney's fees; forfeiture of right to withhold if itemized list not sent within 45 days; up to three times any excess deposit charged. Md. Code, Real Prop. § 8-203(b)(3), (e)(4), (g)(2)

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    State and dates

    Maryland: Landlords must return the deposit with interest, less damages rightfully withheld, within 45 days after the tenancy ends (Md. Code, Real Prop. § 8-203(e)(1)).

    The day the tenant moved out and returned the keys.

    Your state counts from the end of the tenancy. The form counts from the earlier of this date and the move-out date.

    Deadline under Maryland's main rule: December 15, 2026 (45 calendar days after the move-out date, October 31, 2026). Read the state rule above for conditions that change it.

    Parties

    Everyone named on the lease. Separate names with commas.

    Where you are sending this letter and any refund. Use the address the tenant gave you in writing.

    Deposit

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    Only if your state, city or lease requires interest on deposits. Leave empty otherwise.

    Itemized deductions

    One line per charge: what it is for and the amount. Unused lines are left out. Maryland: If any of the deposit is withheld, the landlord must mail a written list of damages with an itemized statement of costs and supporting documentation within 45 days after the tenancy ends (Md. Code, Real Prop. § 8-203(g), (j)).

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    Several states require supporting documents for repair or cleaning charges. Attach them when you have them.

    Refund or balance

    For example, a note that an estimate will be followed by the final invoice.

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    Security Deposit Return Letter

    Itemized statement of deductions

    Date:November 12, 2026
    Rental property:123 Maple Street, Unit 4, Springfield
    To (former tenants):Alex Morgan, Sam Rivera
    Forwarding address:88 Birch Road, Apt 2, Shelbyville
    From (landlord):Jordan Ellis, 500 Oak Avenue, Springfield
    Move-out date:October 31, 2026

    Dear Alex Morgan, Sam Rivera:

    This letter accounts for the security deposit you paid for 123 Maple Street, Unit 4, Springfield. You moved out on October 31, 2026. Below is an itemized list of each amount deducted from the deposit and the reason for it, followed by the balance.

    Itemized deductions

    No.Description of chargeAmount
    1Patch and paint hole in bedroom wall$180.00
    2Replace broken bathroom mirror$95.50
    3Remove furniture and trash left in garage$150.00
    Total deductions$425.50

    Deposit accounting

    ItemAmount
    Security deposit received$1,800.00
    Less total deductions- $425.50
    Amount refunded to tenant$1,374.50

    The refund of $1,374.50 is enclosed or sent with this letter by check no. 1043 on November 12, 2026.

    Copies of receipts, invoices or estimates supporting the deductions are enclosed.

    If you have questions about any deduction, contact Jordan Ellis at (555) 010-2030.

    Deposit return rules for Maryland: Md. Code, Real Prop. § 8-203(e)(1).
    Landlord or agent signature (Jordan Ellis)
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    What Maryland requires

    Deadline to return the security deposit

    Landlords must return the deposit with interest, less damages rightfully withheld, within 45 days after the tenancy ends (Md. Code, Real Prop. § 8-203(e)(1)).

    Md. Code, Real Prop. § 8-203(e)(1) · checked October 26, 2026

    Itemized list of deductions

    If any of the deposit is withheld, the landlord must mail a written list of damages with an itemized statement of costs and supporting documentation within 45 days after the tenancy ends (Md. Code, Real Prop. § 8-203(g), (j)).

    Md. Code, Real Prop. § 8-203(g), (j) · checked October 26, 2026

    Penalty for a late or improper return

    A landlord who unreasonably fails to return the deposit within 45 days may owe up to three times the amount withheld plus attorney's fees, and loses the right to withhold for damages if no itemized list is sent (Md. Code, Real Prop. § 8-203(e)(4), (g)(2)).

    Md. Code, Real Prop. § 8-203(b)(3), (e)(4), (g)(2) · checked October 26, 2026

    If the lease ends falls on October 31, 2026, 45 calendar days later is December 15, 2026. The form computes this deadline from the dates you enter and shows it under the letter date.

    City and county rules can be stricter than state law, and your lease can require more than the statute does. Use whichever rule gives the tenant more time or protection.

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