Evicting a bad tenant in Alberta costs ~$6,475.
How Alberta handles evictions
Since April 1, 2026 the RTDRS fee is $75 for claims up to $7,500 and $150 above that.
Most of that loss is preventable.
Bad tenants almost always leave a paper trail, the problem is that most landlords don't check carefully. Here's what a proper screening catches before you sign the lease.
Alberta eviction cost FAQ
How much does it cost to evict someone in Alberta?
TenantFort estimates a contested eviction in Alberta at around $6,475 all-in: a $75 filing fee, roughly 1.5 months of lost rent ($2,400 at a typical $1,600/mo), plus legal fees, property damage beyond the deposit, and turnover costs, using national planning figures for those three. Uncontested cases cost less.
How long does an eviction take in Alberta?
Roughly 45 days (~6 weeks) from notice to lockout, as an estimate; contested cases take longer. Since April 1, 2026 the RTDRS fee is $75 for claims up to $7,500 and $150 above that.
How much is the eviction filing fee in Alberta?
$75, filed with the Residential Tenancy Dispute Resolution Service (RTDRS). Service, writ, and execution fees are typically extra and vary by county/court.
What court handles evictions in Alberta?
Evictions in Alberta are handled by the Residential Tenancy Dispute Resolution Service (RTDRS).
Sources & methodology
The filing fee is the Residential Tenancy Dispute Resolution Service (RTDRS)'s published fee; it has not yet been checked against the official fee schedule for this page, so confirm it with the court before you file. The timeline and typical rent are estimates. Property damage ($2,000), legal fees ($800) and turnover ($1,200) are round planning figures, the same for every province and territory, not costs measured in Alberta. Real costs vary by county, whether the tenant contests, and the market.
This page is general information, not legal advice. Consult a local attorney for your specific situation.