Iowa Rent withholding / escrow
Can a tenant withhold rent for repairs in Iowa?
In a possession action where the tenant raises a defense or counterclaim, the court may order the tenant to pay accrued and future rent into court. The court then decides what each party is owed.
Verified Source: Iowa Code § 562A.24 · last checked 2026-10-15
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