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North Dakota Landlord-Tenant Laws 2026
Security deposit limits, eviction notice requirements, rent increase rules, and every compliance deadline for North Dakota landlords. 355 cities covered.
Based on North Dakota state statutes. Updated August 2026.
North Dakota Landlord Law Summary
In North Dakota, landlords must return security deposits within 30 days, provide 3-day eviction notice for nonpayment, and do not cap rent increases. No just cause eviction requirement.
North Dakota Landlord Rules at a Glance
Key compliance requirements every North Dakota landlord must follow.
What Happens If You Violate North Dakota Landlord-Tenant Law
Security deposit violation: Tenant may recover the wrongfully withheld deposit plus treble damages if landlord acts willfully.
- Late deposit return: Miss the 30-day deadline and tenants can sue for up to 2x the withheld amount.
- Improper eviction notice: Wrong notice period or procedure = case dismissed. You restart from zero and owe additional court costs.
- Illegal entry: Entering without 24-hour notice = harassment claim. Tenants can terminate the lease and sue for damages.
- Fair housing violation: First offense: $16,000+ federal fine. Repeat: $65,000+. Plus actual damages, attorney fees, and potential criminal penalties.
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North Dakota Landlord-Tenant Statutes
The laws that govern residential rentals in North Dakota.
North Dakota Residential Landlord-Tenant Law
N.D. Cent. Code §47-16-01 et seq.
Governs residential tenancies including security deposits, habitability, and eviction procedures.
North Dakota Landlord Law Topics
Explore detailed rules by topic for any North Dakota city.
Security Deposit Laws
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Eviction Process & Notice Requirements
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Rent Increase Laws
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Landlord Entry & Access Rules
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Maintenance & Habitability Standards
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Late Fee Limits
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Lease Termination & Renewal
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Fair Housing Protections
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Tenant Screening Rules
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Required Landlord Disclosures
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Rent Control
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Property Registration Requirements
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Top 50 North Dakota Cities — Landlord Law Coverage
The largest North Dakota cities by population, with median rent and deposit cap data. Click any city for detailed landlord-tenant law coverage.
All 355 North Dakota Cities
Click any city to view its specific landlord-tenant laws, deadlines, and free calculators.
Free North Dakota Landlord Calculators
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Rent Increase Calculator
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Eviction Timeline Calculator
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Late Fee Calculator
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Deposit deadlines, notice requirements, required disclosures — everything in one page.
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Frequently Asked Questions — North Dakota Landlord Laws
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Reviewed by Rachid Abadli
Founder & CEO, LeaseBase · Sacramento landlord · Self-managing since 2019
LeaseBase is a property management platform — not a law firm. Consult an attorney for legal advice specific to your situation.
