Minneapolis Tenant Screening

Tenant Screening in Minneapolis, MN…

Finding qualified tenants in Minneapolis starts with a comprehensive tenant screening process. At RealSerious.com, we secure the applicant’s consent, and generate a robust credit report and multi-state criminal background check.

No monthly fees – pay as you go.

Reliable Landlord Solutions

Whether you manage historic homes or student housing in neighborhoods like Uptown, Linden Hills, or North Loop, our tenant screening services provide landlords with the insights necessary to make data-backed leasing decisions

Serving Minneapolis’ Rental Neighborhoods

Minneapolis features distinctive rental communities, each with its own tenant pool. RealSerious.com supports landlords across the city by offering screening solutions tailored to local rental markets.

Highlighted Areas & Nearby Communities

Downtown – High-rise apartments and condos attract young professionals and urban dwellers.

Uptown – A trendy area with modern rentals, popular with students and young professionals.

Northeast – Known for its historic homes and thriving arts scene, attracting long-term renters.

Linden Hills – A desirable area with upscale properties, appealing to families and professionals.

North Loop – A fast-growing district with loft-style apartments and mixed-use developments.

Dinkytown – A high-demand rental area for student housing near the University of Minnesota.

Essential Details to Evaluate Renters

Each screening report provides essential details to help landlords evaluate tenants. Reports may include:

• Credit Score & Factors (ResidentScore®)
• Reported Addresses & Employment
• Credit Card & Loan Payments
• Ch 7 & 13 Bankruptcy Remarks
• Returned Check Collection Accts
• Unpaid Utility & Landlord Collections
• Foreclosures & Repossessions
• Multi-State Criminal Records*
• National Sex Offender Registry
• Global Sanctions

See a sample report.

Fast Turnaround: Most reports are delivered within seconds after identity verification. Some may take 1–2 days due to common names, potential record matches, or local jurisdiction reporting delays.

*DISCLAIMER: No tenant criminal background check is 100% complete. Coverage for our standard tenant screening report may vary due to (1) jurisdictions limiting what records are eligible to return and (2) TransUnion and/or its partners limiting records that do not meet their data quality standards. Learn more about tenant criminal records.

Minneapolis Tenant Screening FAQs

Contact us for additional information. Note: We are unable to offer legal advice. For specific landlord-tenant matters, we recommend consulting an attorney.

Are there restrictions on tenant criminal background checks?

Minneapolis has strict regulations on criminal background screenings for rental applicants. Under the Renter Protection Ordinance, landlords cannot reject applicants based on certain criminal offenses, including arrests without convictions and older convictions. For more details, visit the Minneapolis Department of Civil Rights.

Can Minneapolis landlords charge an application fee?

Yes, but under Minnesota Statutes § 504B.173, landlords must disclose in writing how the fee is used. If no background check is conducted, the landlord must refund the fee.

Minneapolis Landlord Resources

For statewide information, visit the Minnesota tenant screening page.

Minneapolis Department of Civil Rights

https://www2.minneapolismn.gov/government/departments/civil-rights/

Regulations on tenant rights, rental laws, and fair housing compliance.

Hennepin County Housing Court

https://www.mncourts.gov/Find-Courts/Hennepin/Housing-Court.aspx

Provides landlord-tenant dispute resolution, eviction filings, and rental enforcement cases.

Rental Property Owner Workshops