Navajo County, Arizona: Where to File a Security Deposit Claim and What It Costs
Listed court is Navajo County Justice Court - Small Claims in Holbrook (county seat; precincts also in Show Low, Winslow, Snowflake, Kayenta, Pinetop-Lakeside). Check venue on the court's official page or with the clerk. Filing fee: set by the court; see its fee table. Claims up to $5,000. Arizona return time: 14 business days. ACS two-bedroom rent: $837. Enter your dates below and send the dated letter first.
| Court listed | Navajo County Justice Court - Small Claims |
|---|---|
| City | Holbrook (county seat; precincts also in Show Low, Winslow, Snowflake, Kayenta, Pinetop-Lakeside) |
| Address | 100 E Code Talkers Dr, Holbrook, AZ 86025 |
| Phone | (928) 524-4188 |
| Statewide filing fee | Current court fee schedule |
| Small claims limit | $5,000 |
| State deposit return deadline |
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| Time limit to sue | 3 years |
| Deposit statute | Arizona Revised Statutes § 33-1321 (Arizona Residential Landlord and Tenant Act) |
Some counties have more than one small claims court, and venue rules differ by state; check which court hears your claim on the court's official page or with the clerk.
Details
Limits: $5,000 (statewide).
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Details of the return rules
| When it applies | Deadline | Starts from |
|---|---|---|
| Deposit return | 14 business days | Termination of tenancy, delivery of possession, AND demand by the tenant |
Arizona return rule: 14 business days. Check the dates you entered above.
Court listed for this county: Navajo County Justice Court - Small Claims. Check venue on the official court page or with the clerk.
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Who do you name in the claim?
Find and compare the legal names
Find and compare the legal names in these records:
- The lease: the Landlord or Owner line and who signed.
- The deposit receipt or the account your rent went to.
- The owner of record in the property records of Navajo County.
- The Arizona business registry for an LLC or management company: its exact legal name and registered agent. Arizona Corporation Commission (check the link; report an error if it is wrong)
A registered agent receives court papers for a company; it is not the defendant.
This page shows where the names are recorded; it does not decide who is legally liable.
What to bring to the clerk
- Your lease.
- Deposit receipt or payment record.
- The demand letter and proof of delivery.
- Move-out photos and an inventory or condition report.
Check the Arizona filing procedure before you go.
Service methods: certified mail by clerk.
Service fee: Small claims service by mail $8.00.
Procedure source (medium confidence): C Initial case filing fee Small claims filing $30.00 G Special fees Small claims service by mail $8.00
Is it worth filing here?
Illustration: a deposit equal to one month's ACS median gross rent (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) for a home in Navajo County. This is calculated from rent, not measured deposits. The statutory amount requires the rule's conditions.
| Bedrooms | Deposit owed | Statutory amount | Total illustration | Limit check |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $740 | $1,480 | $2,220 | Fits under the $5,000 limit for this illustrated claim |
| 2 | $837 | $1,674 | $2,511 | Fits under the $5,000 limit for this illustrated claim |
| 3 | $892 | $1,784 | $2,676 | Fits under the $5,000 limit for this illustrated claim |
| 4 | $899 | $1,798 | $2,697 | Fits under the $5,000 limit for this illustrated claim |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates, tables B25064, B25031, B25003, B25070; accessed 2026-09-21. Penalty rule.
How does Navajo County compare with other Arizona counties?
The two-bedroom median gross rent is $837: rank 11 of 15 counties with this metric in U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates. 27.3% of households rent in Navajo County.
| County | Median gross rent |
|---|---|
| Cochise County | $874 |
| Graham County | $842 |
| Navajo County | $837 |
| Santa Cruz County | $808 |
| La Paz County | $768 |
| Apache County | $545 |
Ranking uses the same ACS metric and period within this state; ties share a rank. Coverage is 15 of 15 listed counties. Census source.
Places in Navajo County
- Holbrook
- Pinetop-Lakeside
- Show Low
- Snowflake
- Taylor
- Winslow
These are Census places in the county. Check the rental's address with the clerk to find the court.
U.S. Census Bureau, 2020 Census place-to-county relationship file
Free legal help
- Southern Arizona Legal Aid: free help for tenants with evictions from subsidized or private housing, substandard housing conditions, lockouts, and utility shut offs
- DNA-People's Legal Services: free civil legal assistance, advice, and representation, including help to protect and secure adequate housing, for people living on the Navajo, Hopi and Jicarilla Apache Reservations and in parts of Northern Arizona, Northwest New Mexico, and Southern Utah
FAQ
How much does it cost to file in Navajo County?
The court sets the fee. Check the current schedule. Court page
Where do I file a deposit claim in Navajo County?
Navajo County Justice Court - Small Claims is listed. Some counties have more than one small claims court, and venue rules differ by state; check which court hears your claim on the court's official page or with the clerk. Court page
Who should I name in the claim?
Compare the legal names on the lease, deposit receipt, property records and business registry. A registered agent receives papers for a company; it is not the defendant.
What should I bring to the clerk?
Bring your lease, deposit receipt, demand letter, proof of delivery, photos and any move-out inventory.