North Dakota Landlord-Tenant Laws
Complete guide to North Dakota rental laws, security deposits, eviction procedures, and tenant rights
Security Deposit Laws
Maximum Deposit:
1 month rent (2 months if poor credit)
Return Deadline:
30 days after move-out
Interest Required:
No
Note: Landlords must provide an itemized list of deductions when returning the security deposit.
Eviction Notice Requirements
Nonpayment of Rent:
3 days notice
Lease Violation:
3 days notice
Notice to Vacate
Month-to-Month Lease:
30 days notice
Fixed-Term Lease:
No notice required if lease ends
Late Rent Fees
Grace Period:
No statutory requirement days
Maximum Late Fee:
No limit
Additional Regulations
Rent Control:
No rent control
Landlord Entry Notice:
Reasonable notice
Legal Source: North Dakota Century Code 47-16