Evicting a bad tenant in Montana costs ~$6,565.
How Montana handles evictions
Three-day notice for nonpayment.
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Montana eviction cost FAQ
How much does it cost to evict someone in Montana?
TenantFort estimates a contested eviction in Montana at around $6,565 all-in: a $65 filing fee, roughly 1.2 months of lost rent ($1,500 at a typical $1,250/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 Montana?
Roughly 35 days (~5 weeks) from notice to lockout, as an estimate; contested cases take longer. Three-day notice for nonpayment.
How much is the eviction filing fee in Montana?
$65, filed with the Justice Court. Service, writ, and execution fees are typically extra and vary by county/court.
What court handles evictions in Montana?
Evictions in Montana are handled by the Justice Court.
Sources & methodology
The filing fee is the Justice Court'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 Montana. 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.