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Iowa Move-In / Move-Out Inspection Checklist

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A room-by-room condition record signed by landlord and tenant at move-in, then reused at move-out — the single best protection against a disputed security deposit deduction.

Core state figures — deposit caps, notice periods, entry rules — independently verified by a licensed U.S. attorney.

Start my move-in / move-out inspection checklist — $19

What Iowa law requires

Security deposit cap: 2 months' rent
Iowa Code § 562A.12(1)-(2) · source
Deposit return deadline: 30 days after move-out
Iowa Code § 562A.12(3)(a), (4), (7)-(8) · source
Month-to-month termination notice: 30 days
Iowa Code § 562A.34(1)-(2) · source
Pay-or-quit notice (late rent): 3 days
Iowa Code § 562A.27(2); § 562A.8A; § 4.1(34) · source
Landlord entry notice: 1 day
Iowa Code § 562A.19(2)-(3) · source
Late fee guidance: $60
Iowa Code § 562A.9(4) · source

Frequently asked questions

Is a move-in checklist legally required?

Some states require a written condition statement before a deposit is collected; in every state it's strong evidence if a deposit deduction is ever disputed.

Do I need to fill this out again at move-out?

Yes — compare the same rooms against the same checklist so any new damage is clear. Bundle purchasers can re-edit this document within their 12-month window.

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