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Where Can I Get Rent Assistance or Eviction Help in Minnesota?

This is not legal advice. We explain what the law says. We cannot tell you what to do in your situation. For that, talk to a lawyer. Some of the groups below can help.

This page lists organizations that help Minnesota renters with legal problems, rent assistance, and eviction cases. Call ahead to check current hours and any rules that apply to you.

  • LawHelpMN.org (Minnesota Legal Services Coalition)

    Nonprofit group

    LawHelpMN.org lists Minnesota renter law topics such as eviction, security deposits, repair problems, and housing discrimination. Use its LawHelpMN Guide to get connected to legal help and referrals.

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  • Minnesota Judicial Branch

    Government office

    Minnesota's Statewide Self-Help Center gives legal information to people representing themselves in court. It has a page about landlord and tenant issues, since these rules come from many different laws and past court decisions. Call (651) 435-6535, Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed on holidays.

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  • Minnesota Attorney General's Office

    Government office

    The Minnesota Attorney General's Office takes complaints about housing problems. Call (651) 296-3353 in the Twin Cities area, or (800) 657-3787 outside the Twin Cities.

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  • Minnesota Department of Children, Youth, and Families

    Government office

    Minnesota's Emergency Assistance program gives a cash grant to low income families facing an emergency. This can include eviction, foreclosure (losing your home to the bank), or having your utilities (water, electric, gas) shut off. You must meet income guidelines, and counties or Tribal Nations can add their own rules about who qualifies. Apply online at MNbenefits.mn.gov, or in person at your county or Tribal Nation human services office.

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  • Minnesota Housing

    Government office

    Minnesota Housing's Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program gives direct financial help and support services to Minnesota households facing a housing crisis. Contact Minnesota Housing at 651.296.7608 or 800.657.3769, or email mn.housing@state.mn.us.

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Published by Nazanin, September 27, 2026. Sources checked September 27, 2026. Is something on this page wrong or out of date? Tell us.