Minnesota Landlord-Tenant Laws
This overview summarizes common Minnesota landlord-tenant topics using published statute references (Minnesota Statutes Chapter 504B). Laws change — confirm details with official sources.
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Security Deposit Laws
No statutory limit
21 days
Yes
The rule: No statewide deposit limit. Within three weeks after the tenancy ends and the landlord receives the tenant's mailing address, the landlord must return the deposit with 1% simple yearly interest, or send a written statement of the specific reasons for withholding any of it (5 days if the tenant had to leave because the building was condemned) (Minn. Stat. § 504B.178).
Landlords should provide an itemized deduction list when withholding any portion of the deposit.
Reviewed · Minn. Stat. § 504B.178
Eviction Notice Requirements
14 days notice
14 days notice
Court filing and service rules vary by county. Use our eviction timeline calculator for planning.
Notice to Vacate
30 days notice
No notice required if lease ends
Late Rent Fees
No statutory requirement
8% of rent
Additional Regulations
St. Paul (voter-approved)
Reasonable notice
When to use Minnesota document templates
Use LeaseCraft templates when you need PDF and editable DOCX lease and notice forms built for Minnesota landlords and tenants. Start with the residential lease generator, then add notices from the sidebar.
Common mistakes in Minnesota
- Relying on verbal agreements instead of a written lease with required disclosures
- Missing the security deposit return deadline (21 days)
- Serving eviction or termination notices with incorrect day counts
Frequently asked questions
Minnesota sets no statewide security deposit limit. The return deadline is 21 days. No statewide deposit limit. Within three weeks after the tenancy ends and the landlord receives the tenant's mailing address, the landlord must return the deposit with 1% simple yearly interest, or send a written statement of the specific reasons for withholding any of it (5 days if the tenant had to leave because the building was condemned) (Minn. Stat. § 504B.178).
Confirm current rules in Minnesota Statutes Chapter 504B.
Disclaimer: Educational summary only, not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney in your state for specific guidance. LeaseCraft is not a law firm. Statutes change — verify requirements with official Minnesota sources before relying on this information. Last reviewed: 2026-09-27.