State FRBO Guide
Rent Your Property in Alaska
Without a Property Manager
Alaska-specific lease requirements, security deposit rules, rent control status, and the tools you need to rent it yourself.
Alaska Rental Laws at a Glance
A written lease is not required by Alaska law for any tenancy, but it must be in writing for terms exceeding one year under standard contract law.
Any term is permissible. Month-to-month is the default without a fixed term.
- ›Move-in condition checklist (AS 34.03.020)
- ›Landlord name and address for notices
- ›Late fee terms (if any)
Must be returned within 14 days (with proper move-out notice) or 30 days otherwise, with itemized deductions.
Alaska does not permit local rent control. No city in Alaska has rent control.
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Get Moving Quotes →Frequently Asked Questions — Alaska Landlords
Is a written lease required in Alaska?
A written lease is not required by Alaska law for any tenancy, but it must be in writing for terms exceeding one year under standard contract law.
What is the security deposit limit in Alaska?
The limit is 2 months' rent maximum. Must be returned within 14 days (with proper move-out notice) or 30 days otherwise, with itemized deductions.
Is there rent control in Alaska?
None. Alaska does not permit local rent control. No city in Alaska has rent control.
What disclosures are required in Alaska lease agreements?
Required disclosures and clauses include: Move-in condition checklist (AS 34.03.020); Landlord name and address for notices; Late fee terms (if any).
What is the lease term limit in Alaska?
No statutory term limits. Any term is permissible. Month-to-month is the default without a fixed term.
This information is for general guidance only and may not reflect recent legislative changes. Not legal advice.
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