Evicting a bad tenant in Minnesota costs ~$6,775.
How Minnesota handles evictions
High filing fee but quick resolution.
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Minnesota eviction cost FAQ
How much does it cost to evict someone in Minnesota?
TenantFort estimates a contested eviction in Minnesota at around $6,775 all-in: a $325 filing fee, roughly 1 months of lost rent ($1,450 at a typical $1,450/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 Minnesota?
Roughly 30 days (~4 weeks) from notice to lockout, as an estimate; contested cases take longer. High filing fee but quick resolution.
How much is the eviction filing fee in Minnesota?
$325, filed with the District Court (Unlawful Detainer). Service, writ, and execution fees are typically extra and vary by county/court.
What court handles evictions in Minnesota?
Evictions in Minnesota are handled by the District Court (Unlawful Detainer).
Sources & methodology
The filing fee is the District Court (Unlawful Detainer)'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 ($2,500), legal fees ($1,000) and turnover ($1,500) are round planning figures, the same for every state, not costs measured in Minnesota. 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.