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Minnesota Lease Agreements

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Minnesota Lease Law Requirements Summary

Security Deposit Limit No statutory limit
Deposit Return Deadline 21 days
Late Fee Cap No statutory cap
Grace Period No statutory grace period
Landlord Notice (Month-to-Month) 30 days
Tenant Notice (Month-to-Month) 30 days
Entry Notice Minnesota statute does not specify a required notice period for landlord entry

Minnesota landlord-tenant law is governed by the Minnesota Statutes Chapter 504B (Landlord and Tenant). Landlords must provide required disclosures including Lead paint disclosure (federal, pre-1978 housing), Landlord's name, address, and agent contact information must be provided in writing (Minn. Stat. § 504B.181), Disclosure of known material defects affecting habitability at time of lease signing, and more. Security deposits must be returned within 21 days of tenancy termination. Our documents are designed to comply with Minnesota law and include all required provisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a written lease agreement in Minnesota?

While oral agreements may be enforceable for short-term leases, Minnesota law strongly favors written lease agreements. A written lease protects both landlord and tenant by clearly documenting terms, responsibilities, and required disclosures under the Minnesota Statutes Chapter 504B. Minnesota requires landlords to include specific disclosures such as Lead paint disclosure (federal, pre-1978 housing) and Landlord's name, address, and agent contact information must be provided in writing (Minn. Stat. § 504B.181), which must be in writing.

What are Minnesota's security deposit rules?

In Minnesota, there is no statutory limit on security deposits. Landlords must return the deposit within 21 days after the tenancy ends. Interest on security deposits is required by state law. Deductions must be itemized in writing.

How much does a Minnesota lease agreement cost?

Each lease agreement costs $7.99. Choose your document type, fill in your details through our guided form, and download your completed, Minnesota-compliant PDF instantly. Re-download available for 5 days.

Does Minnesota have rent control?

Minnesota allows cities to enact rent stabilization. In 2021, voters in Minneapolis and St. Paul both approved rent control measures. St. Paul's rent stabilization caps annual increases at 3% regardless of inflation, while Minneapolis limits increases to reflect the regional CPI. The state requires landlords to disclose rent control status to prospective tenants. Outside of these two cities, no statewide rent control applies in Minnesota.

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