Last updated: April 2026
Maplewood renters are protected by Minnesota's statewide landlord-tenant laws — covering habitability, 21-day deposit returns, eviction procedures, and anti-retaliation — but the city has not enacted local rent control or additional tenant ordinances. Here is what you need to know.
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Maplewood is a suburban city in Ramsey County, located directly east of St. Paul, with a population of approximately 42,000. The city has a diverse renter population and borders Minnesota's second-largest city. Despite its proximity to St. Paul — which has adopted a 3% rent stabilization ordinance — Maplewood has not enacted any local rent control, just-cause eviction requirement, or other supplemental tenant protections beyond what Minnesota state law provides.
Maplewood renters are covered by Minn. Stat. Chapter 504B, which establishes baseline protections: security deposit return deadlines with interest, habitability standards, mandatory court eviction procedures, and anti-retaliation rights. Ramsey County District Court handles eviction actions and Conciliation Court claims for Maplewood residents.
This page summarizes applicable law as of April 2026 for general informational purposes only. It is not legal advice. Contact HOME Line or Legal Aid Twin Cities for guidance on your specific situation.
Maplewood has no rent control. Minnesota law (Minn. Stat. § 471.9996) permits cities and counties to adopt rent stabilization ordinances. Neighboring St. Paul has a 3% annual cap, and Minneapolis has enacted a similar ordinance — but Maplewood has not passed any rent control measure. Landlords in Maplewood may therefore raise rents by any amount at lease renewal or, for month-to-month tenancies, with at least one full rental period of advance written notice (Minn. Stat. § 504B.135).
There is no local percentage limit, no requirement to justify increases, and no Maplewood agency handling rent complaints. Tenants who cannot afford a proposed increase may negotiate with their landlord, decline renewal, or seek other housing — but have no current legal mechanism to challenge the amount of the increase in Maplewood.
All Maplewood renters are covered by Minn. Stat. Chapter 504B. Key statewide protections include:
Habitability (Minn. Stat. § 504B.161): Landlords must maintain units in compliance with health and safety codes, provide functioning heat and plumbing, ensure structural integrity, and keep common areas clean and safe.
Rent Escrow Remedy (Minn. Stat. § 504B.385): If a landlord fails to make required repairs after written notice, tenants may file a rent escrow action in Ramsey County District Court. Courts can order repairs, reduce rent, or release escrowed funds.
Security Deposit (Minn. Stat. § 504B.178): Deposits — with accrued interest — must be returned within 21 days of move-out with an itemized statement. Bad-faith withholding can result in liability for up to $500 plus double the wrongfully withheld amount.
Notice Requirements (Minn. Stat. § 504B.135): At least one full rental period of written notice is required to end a month-to-month tenancy.
Anti-Retaliation (Minn. Stat. § 504B.441): Landlords may not retaliate against tenants for reporting violations or exercising legal rights.
Lockout Prohibition (Minn. Stat. § 504B.225): Self-help eviction is illegal. Tenants subjected to unlawful lockouts or utility shutoffs may seek emergency court relief and damages.
Security deposit rules in Maplewood are set by Minn. Stat. § 504B.178. Minnesota does not cap the amount landlords may collect; the deposit is whatever the lease specifies.
Interest: Landlords must pay annual interest on deposits at the rate set by the Minnesota Department of Commerce, returned with the deposit.
Return Deadline: The landlord has 21 days after the tenant vacates and provides a forwarding address to return the full deposit with interest, or to provide a written itemized statement of deductions and any remaining balance.
Allowable Deductions: Only unpaid rent and damage beyond normal wear and tear may be deducted.
Penalties: Bad-faith withholding may result in the landlord owing up to $500 plus double the wrongfully withheld amount. Claims may be filed in Ramsey County Conciliation Court.
Evictions in Maplewood follow Minnesota's unlawful detainer statute (Minn. Stat. § 504B.281 et seq.). No tenant can be removed without a court order executed by the Ramsey County Sheriff.
Step 1 — Notice: The landlord must give written notice appropriate to the reason: one full rental period for month-to-month terminations; written demand for nonpayment; notice and cure period for lease violations.
Step 2 — Court Filing: If unresolved, the landlord files an eviction action in Ramsey County District Court. The tenant is served with a summons and complaint.
Step 3 — Hearing: Typically scheduled within 7 to 14 days. Tenants may raise defenses including habitability, retaliation, and improper notice. HOME Line and Legal Aid Twin Cities provide legal assistance.
Step 4 — Writ of Recovery: A court judgment for the landlord results in a Writ of Recovery executed only by the Ramsey County Sheriff.
Self-Help Eviction is Illegal (Minn. Stat. § 504B.225): Lockouts and utility shutoffs without a court order are prohibited. Tenants may seek emergency restoration and damages.
No. Maplewood has not enacted any rent stabilization ordinance. While Minnesota law (Minn. Stat. § 471.9996) allows cities to adopt rent control — as neighboring St. Paul has done — Maplewood has not done so. Landlords in Maplewood may raise rent by any amount with at least one full rental period of written advance notice for month-to-month tenancies.
There is no cap on rent increases in Maplewood. The city has no rent stabilization ordinance, and Minnesota does not impose a statewide limit. For month-to-month tenancies, at least one full rental period of written notice is required before a rent increase takes effect (Minn. Stat. § 504B.135). Fixed-term leases cannot be raised mid-term unless the lease expressly permits it.
Under Minn. Stat. § 504B.178, your landlord must return your deposit — with accrued interest — within 21 days of move-out, along with a written itemized statement of any deductions. Bad-faith withholding may result in a penalty of up to $500 plus double the wrongfully withheld amount. Provide your forwarding address in writing when you move out.
For a month-to-month tenancy, your landlord must give at least one full rental period of written notice under Minn. Stat. § 504B.135. For lease violations, written notice and a reasonable cure period are required. Maplewood has no just-cause eviction ordinance, so landlords may non-renew without a stated reason — but all evictions must go through Ramsey County District Court.
No. Minn. Stat. § 504B.225 prohibits self-help eviction. Your landlord cannot change locks, cut off utilities, or remove your belongings without a court order. If this occurs, seek an emergency court order and contact HOME Line or Legal Aid Twin Cities immediately. You may be entitled to damages.
Landlords must maintain habitable conditions under Minn. Stat. § 504B.161. If your landlord fails to act after written notice, you may file a rent escrow action in Ramsey County District Court under Minn. Stat. § 504B.385. A judge can order repairs, reduce rent, or release escrowed funds to cover costs. You can also report violations to Maplewood's building inspection department or call HOME Line for free guidance.
The information on this page is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws can change; this content reflects the law as of April 2026. If you are facing a housing dispute in Maplewood, consult a licensed Minnesota attorney or contact HOME Line or Legal Aid Twin Cities. RentCheckMe is not a law firm.
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