Rent increase rules in North Dakota
Verified against N.D.C.C. § 47-16-07 and agency sources on 2026-07-04. Not legal advice.
North Dakota has no statewide cap on rent increases.
- Notice: 30 days' written notice to change lease terms including rent (N.D.C.C. § 47-16-07); 90 days for month-to-month mobile-home lots
- Statute: N.D.C.C. § 47-16-07 · source
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Frequently asked questions
How much can a landlord raise rent in North Dakota?
There is no statewide limit — any amount, with proper notice.
How much notice is required for a rent increase in North Dakota?
30 days' written notice to change lease terms including rent (N.D.C.C. § 47-16-07); 90 days for month-to-month mobile-home lots. (N.D.C.C. § 47-16-07)
Can rent be raised during a lease in North Dakota?
No — as everywhere in the US, a fixed-term lease locks the rent unless the lease itself contains an escalation clause. Increases take effect at renewal or on periodic (month-to-month) tenancies with the notice above.
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