Rent Stabilization & Tenant Protections in Minnesota

Last updated: February 2026

Minnesota has rent stabilization in St. Paul, plus statewide tenant protections including reasonable notice requirements and habitability standards.

Check your address to see what protections may apply.

🏘️ City Rent Stabilization Guides

Currently, only St. Paul has a rent stabilization ordinance in Minnesota. Select a city to learn more:

• Rent Stabilization in St. Paul, Minnesota

Statewide Resources

• 📚 Minnesota Rent Stabilization Laws (Complete Statewide Guide) – Overview of rent stabilization in Minnesota, including St. Paul's ordinance and statewide tenant protections

About St. Paul's Rent Stabilization Ordinance

St. Paul's Rent Stabilization Ordinance (Chapter 193A) was approved by voters in November 2021 and took effect on January 1, 2023. The ordinance:

• Limits rent increases to 3% per 12-month period (standard)
• Allows exceptions for landlords who can demonstrate a need for reasonable return on investment
• Exempts properties built after December 31, 2004
• Is enforced by the Department of Safety and Inspections (DSI)

Read our detailed guide to St. Paul's rent stabilization ordinance for complete information about coverage, exemptions, exceptions, and how to file a complaint.

Other Minnesota Cities

Minneapolis, the largest city in Minnesota, does not currently have a rent stabilization ordinance. There have been discussions and studies about rent control in Minneapolis, but no ordinance has been enacted.

Other major Minnesota cities, including Rochester, Duluth, Bloomington, Brooklyn Park, Plymouth, St. Cloud, Eagan, and Woodbury, also do not have rent stabilization ordinances.

Under Minn. Stat. § 471.9996 sub. 2, cities in Minnesota have the authority to establish rent stabilization policies. However, as of 2026, only St. Paul has done so.

Statewide Tenant Protections

While Minnesota does not have statewide rent control, all Minnesota tenants have certain protections under state law:

• Reasonable notice – Landlords must provide reasonable notice before raising rent (specific notice periods may vary)
• Habitability requirements – Landlords must maintain habitable living conditions
• Security deposit protections – State law regulates security deposit handling and return
• Eviction protections – Landlords must follow proper legal procedures for eviction

For detailed information about statewide tenant rights, see the Minnesota Attorney General's Landlord and Tenant Handbook.

Disclaimer: This article provides general information about rent stabilization in Minnesota and is not legal advice. For specific questions about your situation, contact the appropriate city agency or consult with a qualified attorney.