Arkansas Tenant Rights Guide
Security deposits, eviction laws, rent control, and tenant protections in Arkansas
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Arkansas has very few tenant protections and is considered one of the most landlord-friendly states. No required entry notice, no repair-and-deduct right, and limited retaliation protection.
Security Deposit Max
2 months's rent
Deposit Return
60 days
Entry Notice Required
Not required
Rent Control
Not permitted
Just Cause Eviction
Not required
Repair & Deduct
Not allowed
Detailed Protections
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Security Deposit Limit
2 months' rent
Protection Exists
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Deposit Return Period
60 days after move-out
Limited Protection
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Entry Notice Required
None required by law
No Protection
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Rent Control
Not permitted
No Protection
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Repair & Deduct
Not allowed
No Protection
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Just Cause Eviction
Not required
No Protection
Last reviewed 2026. Laws change — verify with your state attorney general or a local tenant rights organization.
Common Questions
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