Charles Town Security Deposit Calculator (2026) — Free
One missed deadline. One wrong deduction. That's all it takes to owe 2x penalties in Charles Town. Calculate your exact limits before it costs you.
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Charles Town Security Deposit by Unit Size
Here are the amounts at Charles Town's current Fair Market Rents:
| Unit Size | Median Rent | Max Deposit | Penalty Risk |
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| Studio | $947/mo | No limit | Varies |
| 1-Bedroom | $953/mo | No limit | Varies |
| 2-Bedroom | $1,251/mo | No limit | Varies |
| 3-Bedroom | $1,740/mo | No limit | Varies |
| 4-Bedroom | $2,099/mo | No limit | Varies |
Rents based on HUD Fair Market Rents (FY2026) for Jefferson County.
Penalty Warning
If you fail to return the deposit within 60 days, a Charles Town tenant can sue for up to 2x the amount wrongfully withheld, plus attorney fees. Tenant may recover the deposit if landlord fails to return within deadline
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For the full breakdown of rules, deadlines, and procedures, see our Charles Town Security Deposit Laws guide.
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