North Dakota Rental Lease Laws: What Your Lease Can and Can't Say

North Dakota lease law FAQ

How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in North Dakota?

North Dakota generally limits security deposits to 1 month's rent (unfurnished units). Conditions can apply — see the North Dakota security deposit limit guide for details.

How long does a landlord have to return a security deposit in North Dakota?

Generally 30 days after move-out. Conditions can apply — see the North Dakota deposit return deadline guide for details.

Do landlords have to pay interest on security deposits in North Dakota?

Yes — North Dakota law requires interest on held security deposits for leases of 9+ months. Conditions can apply — see the North Dakota deposit interest rules guide for details.

How much notice does a landlord need to enter my apartment in North Dakota?

North Dakota requires "reasonable notice" rather than a fixed hour minimum — 24 hours is the typical interpretation. Conditions can apply — see the North Dakota landlord entry notice guide for details.

Is there a limit on late fees in North Dakota?

North Dakota sets no fixed percentage cap, but late fees must be reasonable and can be challenged if punitive. Conditions can apply — see the North Dakota late fee laws guide for details.

How many days late can rent be before fees in North Dakota?

There is no statutory grace period in North Dakota; rent is late the day after it is due unless your lease says otherwise. Conditions can apply — see the North Dakota rent grace period guide for details.

What lease clauses are illegal in North Dakota?

North Dakota law restricts 2 clause types tracked in our database, such as: waiver of implied warranty of habitability; confession of judgment clause.

What disclosures must a landlord provide in North Dakota?

North Dakota requires: Lead Paint (Disclosure of known lead-based paint hazards for housing built before 1978); Move-In Checklist (Written statement of premises condition at lease execution, signed by both parties).