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Austin, MN Rent Control 2026

Austin has no local rent control. Know the rules before your next rent increase.

Austin does not have rent control. Minnesota does not impose a statewide rent cap. Landlords may raise rent by any amount with 30-day written notice. Retaliatory increases are prohibited.

Key Takeaways — Austin Rent Control

  • Key rule: Local Rules Apply
  • Violation risk: owe back-rent to tenants

Rent Control in Austin

Austin landlords must follow Minnesota state law on rent control. Understanding the specific rules, deadlines, and penalties can prevent costly violations.

$1,049

median 2BR rent

Local Rules Apply

key requirement

Penalty Warning

Violate Minnesota rent control rules in Austin and you could owe back-rent to tenants. At Austin's median rent of $1,049/month, even a single violation adds up fast.

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Rent Control in Nearby Cities

Own properties in multiple cities? Rules may differ locally:

Brownsdale, MN
Pop. 631
Rose Creek, MN
Pop. 395
Lyle, MN
Pop. 517
Waltham, MN
Pop. 164
Hollandale, MN
Pop. 306

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How we researched this page: Rent control rules are based on Minnesota state statutes. Rent data comes from HUD Fair Market Rents (FY2026) for Mower County. Last updated: August 2026.
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Reviewed by Rachid Abadli

Founder & CEO, LeaseBase · Sacramento landlord · Self-managing since 2019

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