Everything you need to know about landlord-tenant laws, security deposits, eviction procedures, and property management in Oklahoma.
Oklahoma offers affordable rental investments with primary markets in Oklahoma City and Tulsa. The state is very landlord-friendly with no statutory security deposit limit, no rent control, and fast eviction procedures. Oklahoma's Residential Landlord and Tenant Act provides some structure but favors landlords. Low cost of living and affordable housing stock attract investors. Energy sector fluctuations affect some local markets.
No state limit
45 days after move-out
File forcible entry and detainer in Small Claims or District Court. Hearing within 5-15 days. Fast process, 2-4 weeks total.
Oklahoma law requires landlords to provide the following disclosures to tenants:
No statutory limit. Must be stated in lease. Reasonable fees (5-10% of rent) common.