Minnesota Landlord-Tenant Laws

A summary of Minnesota rules for security deposits, entry notice, late fees, rent increases, and required disclosures.

This is a general summary for informational purposes, not legal advice. Laws change and local ordinances can add requirements beyond state law — verify current rules with your state's official statutes or an attorney before relying on this for an actual tenancy.

Security deposit limitNo statewide statutory limit
Interest on deposit requiredYes
Deposit return deadline21 Days; 5 Days if building condemned days
Entry notice requiredReasonable notice
Late fee limitUp to 8% of overdue rent unless otherwise governed
Late fee grace periodNone statewide
Rent increase noticeOne rental period plus one day unless lease/statute provides otherwise
Eviction notice period14

Required disclosures in Minnesota

  • Federal lead-based paint
  • landlord/manager identity
  • pending foreclosure
  • shared utility billing
  • cannabis/smoking policy where applicable

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