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Minnesota
Landlord Laws
2026 Complete Guide

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

3
out of 10 · Tenant Leaning
📋
Notice Period
14 days
⏱️
Full Eviction
~60 days
💰
Deposit Max
None
🔑
Entry Notice
24 hrs
💳
Late Fee Cap
8% after 5-day grace
Rent Control
No
Live Market Data · RentCast

Minnesota Rental Market

Current rents by bedroom · top metro breakdowns · YoY trend

Mar 29, 2026
1 Bedroom
$1,049
2 Bedrooms
$1,384
3 Bedrooms
$1,897
YoY Trend
-18.2%
Days on Market
56d
Minneapolis S
55407
1BR$1,099
2BR$1,500
3BR$1,899
YoY
-16.4%
DOM
56.1d
Listings
99
St. Paul E
55106
1BR$999
2BR$1,268
3BR$1,895
YoY
-20.1%
DOM
55d
Listings
143

Minnesota Eviction Process

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

01
Serve Notice
14-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 14 days, file an eviction complaint at your local court. Filing fee: $285.
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
Notice (14d)
Filing + Hearing (14d)
7d
Writ (25d)
Average total: 60 days from notice to possession. US average is ~50 days.

Security Deposit Rules

Minnesota security deposit laws, limits, and return requirements

💰
Maximum Deposit
None
Per current statutes
📅
Return Deadline
14–45 days
After tenant vacates
📋
Itemization Required
Yes
Written itemization of deductions
📈
Interest Required
Yes (check locally)
Required in some high-reg states

Rights & Responsibilities

What both parties are entitled to under Minnesota law

✅ Landlord Rights
Can recover attorney fees
⚖️ Tenant Rights
Rent escrow
Rent withholding
Tenant remedies action

Required Disclosures

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

📄 Lead paint
📄 Radon
📄 Energy efficiency

Rent Control Status

Minnesota rent increase and rent control laws

No Rent Control in Minnesota
Minnesota 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). Late fees are subject to a cap: 8% after 5-day grace.

Minnesota Landlord FAQs

Common questions answered — also powers Google rich results

How long does eviction take in Minnesota?+
The average eviction timeline in Minnesota is 60 days from notice to possession. The pay-or-quit notice period is 14 days. Filing fee is $285.
What is the security deposit limit in Minnesota?+
In Minnesota, the security deposit maximum is None. Landlords must return the deposit with an itemized statement of deductions.
Does Minnesota have rent control?+
No. Minnesota 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 Minnesota?+
Landlords in Minnesota must provide at least 24 hours written notice before entering a rental unit.

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4
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