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Oklahoma landlord-tenant rules

The six rules landlords and renters ask about most in Oklahoma, each with the statute it comes from.

Last reviewed September 30, 2026 Official resource: oscn.net

45 days

to return a deposit

Security deposit

Oklahoma landlords have 45 days to return a security deposit after you move out.

30 days

landlord notice, month-to-month

Notice to vacate

In Oklahoma, landlords and tenants must each give 30 days’ notice to end a month-to-month tenancy.

No cap

on late fees

Late fees

Oklahoma law sets no dollar or percentage cap on late fees and no required grace period, so your lease sets the terms.

30 days

notice before an increase

Rent increase notice

Oklahoma landlords must give at least 30 days’ notice before raising the rent on a month-to-month tenancy.

24 hours

notice before entry

Landlord entry

Oklahoma landlords must give at least 24 hours’ notice before entering your home, except in an emergency.

$10,000

small claims limit

Small claims limit

In Oklahoma, you can sue for up to $10,000 in small claims court.

Not legal advice. Statutes change; check the linked section. The law behind each rule: Oklahoma Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, Okla. Stat. tit. 41, §§ 101–136.

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