📜 State Law Guide • Updated January 2025
Missouri Landlord Tenant Laws 2025
Missouri is known for being landlord-friendly, particularly regarding the eviction process for non-payment of rent, which can be initiated quickly.
Banned
Rent Control
2 Months
Deposit Limit
30 days
Deposit Return
Immediate
Non-Payment
Security Deposit Rules
- Maximum Limit: 2 months rent
- Storage: No specific requirement for separate accounts, but recommended.
- Return Deadline: 30 days after tenancy termination.
- Itemization: Must provide written itemized list of damages if withholding.
- Penalty: Landlord can be liable for 2x the wrongfully withheld amount.
Eviction Process
Missouri has distinct procedures for "Rent and Possession" vs. "Unlawful Detainer".
| Reason | Notice Required | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Non-payment of rent | None (Demand) | Can file lawsuit immediately after due date (and demand) |
| Lease Violation | 10 days | Notice to vacate |
| Illegal Drug Activity | 10 days | Expedited eviction |
| Month-to-month End | 1 month | Must be a full rental period |
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