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Michigan
Landlord Laws
2026 Complete Guide

Everything a landlord needs to know about Michigan law — eviction process, security deposits, entry rights, rent control status, and local court resources.

6
out of 10 · Balanced
📋
Notice Period
7 days
⏱️
Full Eviction
~45 days
💰
Deposit Max
1.5 months
🔑
Entry Notice
24 hrs
💳
Late Fee Cap
None
Rent Control
No
Live Market Data · RentCast

Michigan Rental Market

Current rents by bedroom · top metro breakdowns · YoY trend

Mar 29, 2026
1 Bedroom
$888
2 Bedrooms
$1,150
3 Bedrooms
$1,473
YoY Trend
-9.2%
Days on Market
42d
Detroit W
48228
1BR$850
2BR$1,050
3BR$1,295
YoY
-4%
DOM
47.01d
Listings
128
Grand Rapids S
49507
1BR$925
2BR$1,250
3BR$1,650
YoY
-14.5%
DOM
36.89d
Listings
72

Michigan Eviction Process

Complete timeline for removing a non-paying or violating tenant in Michigan

01
Serve Notice
7-day written notice for non-payment of rent. Must be delivered personally or posted on door.
02
File Complaint
If tenant fails to pay or vacate after 7 days, file an eviction complaint at your local court. Filing fee: $45–$150.
03
Court Hearing
Hearing typically scheduled 7–14 days after filing. Bring your lease, all notices, rent ledger, and any communications with the tenant.
04
Judgment & Possession
If you win, the court issues a judgment for possession. Tenant typically has 24–72 hours to vacate. If not, obtain a writ of possession.
ESTIMATED TOTAL TIMELINE
7d
Filing + Hearing (14d)
7d
Writ (17d)
Average total: 45 days from notice to possession. US average is ~50 days.

Security Deposit Rules

Michigan security deposit laws, limits, and return requirements

💰
Maximum Deposit
1.5 months
Per current statutes
📅
Return Deadline
14–45 days
After tenant vacates
📋
Itemization Required
Yes
Written itemization of deductions
📈
Interest Required
No
Required in some high-reg states

Rights & Responsibilities

What both parties are entitled to under Michigan law

✅ Landlord Rights
No rent control
Summary proceedings available
⚖️ Tenant Rights
Habitability
Rent escrow option
24-hr entry notice

Required Disclosures

Items you must disclose to tenants in Michigan before or at lease signing

📄 Lead paint
📄 Truth in Renting Act

Rent Control Status

Michigan rent increase and rent control laws

No Rent Control in Michigan
Michigan has no statewide rent control law. You can raise rents by any amount with proper notice (typically 30 days for month-to-month, or at lease end for fixed terms).

Michigan Landlord FAQs

Common questions answered — also powers Google rich results

How long does eviction take in Michigan?+
The average eviction timeline in Michigan is 45 days from notice to possession. The pay-or-quit notice period is 7 days. Filing fee is $45–$150.
What is the security deposit limit in Michigan?+
In Michigan, the security deposit maximum is 1.5 months. Landlords must return the deposit with an itemized statement of deductions.
Does Michigan have rent control?+
No. Michigan has no statewide rent control. You can raise rents by any amount with proper notice — typically 30 days for month-to-month tenancies.
How much entry notice is required in Michigan?+
Landlords in Michigan must provide at least 24 hours written notice before entering a rental unit.

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5
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6
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7
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