Property Management in Minneapolis, MN
Minneapolis is Minnesota's largest city, with about 430,000 residents and more renters than owners, at about 52% of households. Every rental, including single-family homes, needs a city license. Fuze Real Estate manages Minneapolis rentals and handles the city's detailed licensing rules.
Minneapolis rental snapshot
430,324
Population (2025)
52.3%
Renter share
$1,371
Median gross rent
$362,200
Median home value
Source: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts (population 2025; housing data 2020-2024 ACS)
What Minneapolis requires from rental owners, and how Fuze handles it
Minneapolis requires a rental license for every rental dwelling, including single-family homes and rental units in owner-occupied duplexes (Title 12, Chapter 244). Fees use a tiered structure based on property condition and management history. The license year runs March 2 to March 1.
- License term
- Annual, March 2 to March 1
- Single-family fee
- Check with the city for the current fee
- Inspections
- Based on the property's tier
A rental license is required for every rental dwelling, including single-family homes.
How Fuze handles it:Fuze handles the rental license application and renewals as part of our compliance service.
Fees are tiered by property condition and management history.
How Fuze handles it:Fuze's maintenance and lease enforcement help keep your property in a lower fee tier.
New owners must apply within 60 days of closing or pay a $250 administrative fee.
How Fuze handles it:Fuze files the application promptly after you buy.
See all 5 city requirements
Renewals are due March 1, with a 25% late fee after March 15.
How Fuze handles it:Fuze renews before the deadline.
Buyers of single-family homes and duplexes must complete Truth in Sale of Housing (TISH) repairs.
How Fuze handles it:Fuze's renovation team can complete required repairs.
Sources: Minneapolis rental license fees, Minneapolis rental license fee information. Last verified October 17, 2026
Why owners in Minneapolis choose Fuze
Minneapolis fees reward well-managed properties with lower tiers. Fuze's maintenance, screening and lease enforcement help keep your rental in a better tier over time.
What Fuze handles for Minneapolis owners
- Rent collection and delinquency prevention
- 24/7 maintenance intake and coordination
- Credit, background and rental history screening
- Lease enforcement and legal notices
- Monthly financial statements
- Renewal recommendations and execution
- 1099 processing and CRPs
Management from $125 per unit per month. Leasing fee only after a signed lease.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Minneapolis requires a rental license for every rental dwelling, including single-family homes.
Minneapolis uses a tiered fee structure based on property condition and management history, plus a building fee and a per-unit fee.
Within 60 days of closing, or the city charges a $250 administrative fee.
Fuze charges $125 per unit per month for full-service management, with discounts for 4 or more units. The leasing fee is one month's rent ($1,500 minimum) and is only charged after a signed lease. Renewals are 30% of one month's rent.
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