State FRBO Guide
Rent Your Property in Minnesota
Without a Property Manager
Minnesota-specific lease requirements, security deposit rules, rent control status, and the tools you need to rent it yourself.
Minnesota Rental Laws at a Glance
Minnesota does not require a written lease, but Minn. Stat. § 504B.181 has disclosure requirements that apply regardless of lease type.
Any term is valid. St. Paul's rent control applies to most residential rentals in the city.
- ›Landlord name, address, and agent info (§ 504B.181)
- ›Pending code violations disclosure
- ›Shared utility disclosure
- ›Lead paint disclosure (pre-1978)
Must be returned within 21 days with itemized deductions.
St. Paul enacted 3% annual rent increase cap in 2021. Minneapolis passed a stabilization ordinance that was later amended. Verify current ordinances before setting rent in either city.
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Get Moving Quotes →Frequently Asked Questions — Minnesota Landlords
Is a written lease required in Minnesota?
Minnesota does not require a written lease, but Minn. Stat. § 504B.181 has disclosure requirements that apply regardless of lease type.
What is the security deposit limit in Minnesota?
The limit is No statutory limit. Must be returned within 21 days with itemized deductions.
Is there rent control in Minnesota?
St. Paul; Minneapolis (amended ordinance). St. Paul enacted 3% annual rent increase cap in 2021. Minneapolis passed a stabilization ordinance that was later amended. Verify current ordinances before setting rent in either city.
What disclosures are required in Minnesota lease agreements?
Required disclosures and clauses include: Landlord name, address, and agent info (§ 504B.181); Pending code violations disclosure; Shared utility disclosure; Lead paint disclosure (pre-1978).
What is the lease term limit in Minnesota?
No statutory term limits. Any term is valid. St. Paul's rent control applies to most residential rentals in the city.
This information is for general guidance only and may not reflect recent legislative changes. Not legal advice.
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