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Minnesota 21-Day Security Deposit Return Rule

Minnesota § 504B.178 uses a three-week period after termination of the tenancy, together with receipt of the tenant’s mailing address or delivery instructions, for the ordinary deposit return or written withholding statement.

Last reviewed: August 30, 20262 official sources cited
Ordinary deadline3 weeks / 21 days

After tenancy termination and receipt of address/delivery instructions.

Condemnation exception5 days

A shorter rule applies when the tenant leaves because of qualifying legal condemnation not caused by the tenant’s specified conduct.

Mailing can satisfy the timing rule

The statute provides that first-class mailing within the required period to the address or delivery instructions supplied by the tenant can satisfy the time requirement.

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Educational statewide guide. Billing method, lease disclosures, address/delivery instructions, inspections and local rules can change the result. This page is not legal advice.

Official sources

Minnesota Revisor of StatutesMinnesota Statutes § 504B.178 — security deposits ↗

Current official statute for 1% interest, 21-day return/accounting, ordinary-wear exclusion, burden of proof and remedies.

Minnesota Attorney GeneralEnding the Tenancy — Landlords & Tenants ↗

Official consumer guide explaining deposit refunds, one-percent interest, withholding and inspection rights.

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