21 days to return the deposit; cap no statutory cap.
The deposit, with interest and an itemized statement, is due within 21 days after the tenancy ends and you provide a forwarding address. There is no statutory cap on the deposit amount.
What this means for you: Bad-faith retention exposes the landlord to the withheld amount plus a punitive penalty.
Your next step: Provide a forwarding address; send a demand if 21 days pass.
Source: Minn. Stat. § 504B.178. Reviewed 2026-06-16 (needs local verification).
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Security deposit in nearby states: Wisconsin (21 days to return the deposit; cap no statutory cap) · Iowa (30 days to return the deposit; cap 2 months' rent) · South Dakota (14 days to return the deposit; cap 1 month's rent) · North Dakota (30 days to return the deposit; cap 1 month's rent).
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and vary by locality; consult a licensed attorney or your local housing authority.
Updated July 2026