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Rent Clarified
Minneapolis, MinnesotaLast reviewed April 2026

Rent increase rules in Minneapolis

Voters authorized rent control in 2021 but no ordinance has been enacted. Currently no local cap. Minnesota statewide notice rules apply (30 days).

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State listings sourced from the federal Legal Services Corporation (LSC) grantee directory. Educational information, not legal advice or endorsement.

State rules that apply in Minneapolis

St. Paul caps annual increases at 3%. Minneapolis voters authorized rent control in 2021 but no ordinance has been enacted. 30-day notice required statewide. Required notice: 30 days.

Local resource

Minneapolis Renter Resources (opens in new tab)

State source

Minn. Stat. §504B (opens in new tab)

Educational information, not legal advice. Consult a local attorney or tenant-rights organization for your specific situation.

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