Evicting a bad tenant in Prince Edward Island costs ~$7,770.
How Prince Edward Island handles evictions
The Residential Tenancy Office decides disputes; IRAC hears appeals.
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Prince Edward Island eviction cost FAQ
How much does it cost to evict someone in Prince Edward Island?
TenantFort estimates a contested eviction in Prince Edward Island at around $7,770 all-in: a $20 filing fee, roughly 3 months of lost rent ($3,750 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 Prince Edward Island?
Roughly 90 days (~13 weeks) from notice to lockout, as an estimate; contested cases take longer. The Residential Tenancy Office decides disputes; IRAC hears appeals.
How much is the eviction filing fee in Prince Edward Island?
$20, filed with the Director of Residential Tenancy. Service, writ, and execution fees are typically extra and vary by county/court.
What court handles evictions in Prince Edward Island?
Evictions in Prince Edward Island are handled by the Director of Residential Tenancy.
Sources & methodology
The filing fee is the Director of Residential Tenancy'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 Prince Edward Island. 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.