Minnesota Tenant Rights Guide
Security deposits, eviction laws, rent control, and tenant protections in Minnesota
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Minnesota has solid tenant protections under Minn. Stat. § 504B. Deposits must be returned within 21 days with itemization. Repair-and-deduct is available up to $500 or half a month's rent. Minneapolis and St. Paul passed local rent control ordinances in 2021, capping annual increases at 3%.
Security Deposit Max
No cap
Deposit Return
21 days
Entry Notice Required
24 hours
Rent Control
Available
Just Cause Eviction
Not required
Repair & Deduct
Allowed
Detailed Protections
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Security Deposit Limit
No statutory cap; interest owed annually (§ 504B.178)
Limited Protection
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Deposit Return Period
21 days after move-out with written itemization
Strong Protection
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Entry Notice Required
24 hours reasonable notice (§ 504B.211)
Protection Exists
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Rent Control
Minneapolis & St. Paul: 3% annual cap (2021 ordinances)
Protection Exists
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Repair & Deduct
Up to $500 or ½ month's rent after 14-day notice (§ 504B.425)
Protection Exists
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Just Cause Eviction
Not required statewide
No Protection
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Retaliation Protection
Prohibited — tenant may raise as defense (§ 504B.285)
Protection Exists
Last reviewed 2026. Laws change — verify with your state attorney general or a local tenant rights organization.
Common Questions
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