King Security Deposit Calculator (2026) — Free
One missed deadline. One wrong deduction. That's all it takes to owe 2x penalties in King. Calculate your exact limits before it costs you.
Calculate Your Security Deposit Limits
Results for King, NC
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King Security Deposit by Unit Size
Here are the amounts at King's current Fair Market Rents:
| Unit Size | Median Rent | Max Deposit (1.5mo) | Penalty Risk |
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| Studio | $995/mo | $1,492 | Varies |
| 1-Bedroom | $1,082/mo | $1,623 | Varies |
| 2-Bedroom | $1,232/mo | $1,848 | Varies |
| 3-Bedroom | $1,607/mo | $2,410 | Varies |
| 4-Bedroom | $1,898/mo | $2,847 | Varies |
Rents based on HUD Fair Market Rents (FY2026) for Stokes County.
Penalty Warning
If you fail to return the deposit within 30 days, a King tenant can sue for up to 2x the amount wrongfully withheld, plus attorney fees. Tenant may recover the deposit if not properly held in a trust account
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