Canada · MB

Evicting a bad tenant in Manitoba costs ~$6,665.

That's the typical combined hit from filing fees, 2months of lost rent, property damage, legal costs, and turnover — per bad tenant. Here's the full breakdown and a calculator for your specific situation.

Filing fee

$65

Residential Tenancies Branch

Avg timeline

60 days

~9 weeks

Lost rent

$2,600

2 months at $1,300/mo

Property damage

$2,000

Beyond security deposit

Legal fees

$800

Attorney + court costs

Turnover

$1,200

Repairs, cleaning, re-listing

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How Manitoba handles evictions

Mediation often attempted before hearing.

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Filing → unit re-rented

Beyond security deposit

Court filing fee

$65

Lost rent during process

2 months at $1,300/mo

$2,600

Property damage

$2,000

Legal fees

$800

Turnover & re-listing

$1,200

Estimated total loss

$6,665

That's what one bad tenant typically costs a Manitoba landlord.

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Manitoba eviction cost FAQ

How much does it cost to evict someone in Manitoba?

A typical contested eviction in Manitoba costs around $6,665 all-in: a $65 filing fee, roughly 2 months of lost rent ($2,600 at a typical $1,300/mo), plus legal fees, property damage beyond the deposit, and turnover costs. Uncontested cases cost less.

How long does an eviction take in Manitoba?

About 60 days (~9 weeks) on average from notice to lockout. Mediation often attempted before hearing.

How much is the eviction filing fee in Manitoba?

$65, filed with the Residential Tenancies Branch. Service, writ, and execution fees are typically extra and vary by county/court.

What court handles evictions in Manitoba?

Evictions in Manitoba are handled by the Residential Tenancies Branch.

Sources & methodology

Filing fees and timelines reflect the Residential Tenancies Branch and public tribunal fee schedules; cost figures are estimates compiled from public court schedules, Eviction Lab, and state guides — actual costs vary by county, contest status, and market conditions.

This page is general information, not legal advice. Consult a local attorney for your specific situation.

Manitoba landlord-tenant laws

Deposit caps, late fees, entry notice, and required disclosures for Manitoba.

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