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Minnesota Residential Lease Agreement
Minnesota landlords face meaningful penalties for mishandling security deposits. While there’s no deposit cap, landlords must return deposits within 21 days with an itemized list — failure can result in a penalty of up to twice the wrongfully withheld amount. Create your Minnesota lease through RentRisk, backed by Rocket Lawyer’s legal review.
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Minnesota Landlord-Tenant Law at a Glance
Security deposit
No statutory maximum
Notice to terminate
30 days (one full rental period)
Grace period
No statutory requirement (5-day notice to pay or vacate required before filing for eviction)
Entry notice
Reasonable advance notice required (24 hours recommended; no specific statute)
Laws change. Your lease stays current.
Minnesota landlord-tenant law is governed by Minnesota Statutes Chapter 504B, which provides comprehensive rules for rental agreements, security deposits, habitability, and eviction procedures.
“The information above reflects Minnesota landlord-tenant law as of the date this page was last updated and is provided for general informational purposes only. Laws change. RentRisk lease agreements are powered by Rocket Lawyer, whose legal team monitors state law updates and keeps your agreement current — so even if this page hasn’t been updated, your lease is. This is not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance specific to your situation.”
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State-Specific Rental Lease Agreement
Built for Minnesota law — all required clauses, disclosures, and landlord-tenant rules included out of the box.
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Landlord & Tenant Rental Lease Process
[01] Build Your Lease
Answer a few questions about your Minnesota property and tenancy terms.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Minnesota Lease Agreements
While oral leases can be valid for short-term tenancies in Minnesota, a written lease is strongly recommended and legally required for most fixed-term agreements.
A written agreement protects both parties and is enforceable in Minnesota courts.
No statutory maximum. RentRisk automatically includes the correct security deposit language for MN. in your lease.
Reasonable advance notice required (24 hours recommended; no specific statute),. Your RentRisk lease includes the required entry notice language.
Minnesota landlords must disclose: Lead paint (pre-1978), landlord name and address, pending mortgage foreclosure (if applicable), carbon monoxide detector notice. RentRisk includes all required Minnesota disclosures automatically.
Technically yes, but it’s risky. Generic leases often miss Minnesota -specific required disclosures and terms. Using a state-specific lease — like those created through RentRisk — ensures you’re covered under Minnesota law.