St. Petersburg Security Deposit Calculator (2026) — Free
One missed deadline. One wrong deduction. That's all it takes to owe 2x penalties in St. Petersburg. Calculate your exact limits before it costs you.
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Results for St. Petersburg, FL
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St. Petersburg Security Deposit by Unit Size
Here are the amounts at St. Petersburg's current Fair Market Rents:
| Unit Size | Median Rent | Max Deposit | Penalty Risk |
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| Studio | $1,211/mo | No limit | Varies |
| 1-Bedroom | $1,296/mo | No limit | Varies |
| 2-Bedroom | $1,525/mo | No limit | Varies |
| 3-Bedroom | $1,971/mo | No limit | Varies |
| 4-Bedroom | $2,261/mo | No limit | Varies |
Rents based on HUD Fair Market Rents (FY2026) for State Average.
Penalty Warning
If you fail to return the deposit within 15 days, a St. Petersburg tenant can sue for up to 2x the amount wrongfully withheld, plus attorney fees. Landlord may owe deposit plus interest if holding in non-interest-bearing account; bad faith withholding may result in damages
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For the full breakdown of rules, deadlines, and procedures, see our St. Petersburg Security Deposit Laws guide.
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Reviewed by Rachid Abadli
Founder & CEO, LeaseBase · Sacramento landlord · Self-managing since 2019
LeaseBase is a property management platform — not a law firm. Consult an attorney for legal advice specific to your situation.
