Minnesota 3-Day Eviction Notice Overview
Minnesota Does Not Use 3-Day Notices
Minnesota requires a 14 Days notice under Minn. Stat. 504B.135. A 3-day notice is not valid in Minnesota.
Minnesota landlord-tenant law is found in Minnesota Statutes Chapter 504B. The 14-day notice for non-payment is one of the longest in the country. Minnesota is notable for its eviction record expungement process, which allows tenants to seal eviction records under certain circumstances. Hennepin County (Minneapolis) and Ramsey County (St. Paul) have dedicated Housing Courts that specialize in eviction cases.
14 Days
Notice period
$285-$365
Filing fee
Minn.
Governing law
4-8 Wks
Court process
Minnesota's Actual Notice Period
Minnesota requires a 14 days notice under Minn. Stat. 504B.135. Using the wrong notice period is one of the most common grounds for dismissal in Housing Court.
14 Days Notice (Minn. Stat. 504B.135)
The landlord must deliver a written notice giving the tenant the required time to pay rent or vacate. The notice must state the exact amount of past-due rent. If the tenant pays in full within the notice period, the notice is void and the tenancy continues.
Minnesota Legal Requirements
- Written Notice: Must be in writing under Minnesota law
- Rent Amount: State the exact dollar amount of past-due rent owed
- Notice Period: Allow 14 days for the tenant to pay or vacate
- Property Address: Include the complete rental property address
- Tenant Names: Include all tenants named on the lease agreement
- Proper Service: Use an approved service method under Minnesota law
How to Serve an Eviction Notice in Minnesota
Personal Delivery
Hand the notice directly to the tenant. Use a witness or process server to document delivery
Posting and Mailing
If personal delivery fails, post the notice on the door and mail a copy by certified or first-class mail
Wait the Full Notice Period
Allow the full 14 days to pass. The day of service does not count as day one
File in Housing Court
After the notice period expires without payment, file the eviction complaint with proof of service
Minnesota Eviction Timeline
After the notice period expires, the landlord files in Housing Court. The court issues a summons and schedules a hearing, typically within 7 to 21 days. If the landlord prevails, the court enters a judgment for possession, and the sheriff or constable executes the writ.
Total timeline from initial notice to physical removal is typically 4-8 wks for uncontested cases. Contested cases with defenses, counterclaims, or appeals can add several weeks to the process.
Minnesota Court Fees & Costs
| Fee / Cost | Typical Amount |
|---|---|
| Court Filing Fee | $285-$365 |
| Service of Process | $25 - $75 |
| Writ of Possession | $30 - $75 |
| Attorney Fees (if hired) | $500 - $2,500 |
Sample Minnesota Eviction Notice
Below is a preview of a Minnesota-compliant notice under Minn. Stat. 504B.135.
14 DAYS NOTICE TO PAY RENT OR VACATE
STATE OF MINNESOTA
Pursuant to Minn. Stat. 504B.135
TO TENANT(S):
Name: [Tenant Full Name]
PREMISES:
Address: [Address, City, MN ZIP]
RENT DUE:
$[Amount] for [Period]
MINNESOTA COMPLIANCE
This notice complies with Minn. Stat. 504B.135 requiring a 14 Days notice period.