Minneapolis rental license pricing
Simple, transparent pricing with one-time flat fees—no surprises, no recurring charges.
This covers our work to coordinate the inspection, organize documents, complete the online application, and respond to city questions until your license is issued.
Understanding total costs
There are three main cost categories for your Minneapolis rental license: our service fee, city license fees, and inspector fees.
City license fees
City fees are set by the City of Minneapolis and may change over time. They are paid directly to the city, not to us. The amount can depend on factors like property type and the number of rentals at the address.
When you share basic property details, we can estimate what the city is likely to charge so you have a combined view of all expected costs.
Inspection fees
Inspection fees are charged by the inspector you choose (or the inspector we help you connect with). Pricing varies by:
- Single-family home vs. larger multifamily
- How many rentals are inspected during the same visit
- Travel or scheduling needs
Many owners find that grouping multiple rentals at the same address into a single visit helps keep inspection costs reasonable.
Example: House with ADU
For a simple example, imagine a house with an ADU in Minneapolis:
- Two rentals at the same address (house + ADU)
- Our fee: $75 (first rental) + $25 (second rental) = $100
- Plus city license fees and inspection fees, paid directly to the city and inspector
Once we know your property details, we can give you a clearer combined estimate before you decide whether to proceed.
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Get StartedMinneapolis City Fee Breakdown
Minneapolis uses a tiered rental license billing system with (1) a base license fee (building + per-unit), plus (2) a supplemental fee based on the property's overall fee level. Fees vary significantly based on building size and property condition tier.
1–3 Unit Buildings
Tier 1 (Lowest Risk)
$89 building + $37/unit
Supplemental fee: $0. Inspection cycle: 8 years.
Example: 1 unit = $126, 2 units = $163, 3 units = $200
Tier 2 (Medium Risk)
$95 building + $68/unit
Supplemental fee: $110. Inspection cycle: 5 years.
Example: 1 unit = $163 + $110 = $273
Tier 3 (Highest Risk)
$110 building + $173/unit
Supplemental fee: $221. Inspection cycle: 1 year.
Example: 1 unit = $283 + $221 = $504
4+ Unit Buildings
Tier 1 (Lowest Risk)
$152 building + $11/unit
Supplemental fee: $0. Inspection cycle: 8 years.
Example: 4 units = $196, 10 units = $262
Tier 2 (Medium Risk)
$179 building + $26/unit
Supplemental fee: $315. Inspection cycle: 5 years.
Example: 4 units = $283 + $315 = $598
Tier 3 (Highest Risk)
$210 building + $89/unit
Supplemental fee: $525. Inspection cycle: 1 year.
Example: 4 units = $566 + $525 = $1,091
Additional Fees
- Late renewal penalty: 25% of license fee if renewal received after March 15
- Administrative fee (late after purchase): $250 + $20 per additional unit if new owner doesn't apply within 60 days of closing
- Change of ownership inspection: $450 (many 1-4 unit scenarios)
- Conversion inspection: $1,000 (e.g., property converted to rental or not licensed for 12+ months)
Proration: Applications submitted Sept 1 through end of Feb: annual fee reduced by 50% (but you must be licensed before renting/offering to rent).
Note: Tier is determined by city inspection based on property condition. Actual fees may vary from estimates. We help estimate fees based on your property details.