Rent of $2,000 a month or less has this cap; a pet deposit up to 1 month's rent is extra.
From Alaska Stat. § 34.03.070, read Oct 6, 2026.Show the law
“a landlord may not demand or receive prepaid rent or a security deposit, however denominated, in an amount or value in excess of two months' periodic rent …”
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Alaska lawIn force
Alaska security deposits and prepaid rent
How big can the deposit be?
Max 2 months' rent.
Rent of $2,000 a month or less has this cap; a pet deposit up to 1 month's rent is extra.
Who it covers
Exemptions: Does not apply to rental units where rent exceeds $2,000 a month.
The law, word for word
“a landlord may not demand or receive prepaid rent or a security deposit, however denominated, in an amount or value in excess of two months' periodic rent …”