St Paul Property Management

St Paul Property Management: Rental Market Snapshot

The median rent for a 3-bedroom rental in St. Paul is $1,713 per month, and the St. Paul rental vacancy rate is 6.4%. That combination makes St. Paul one of the most price-sensitive rental markets in the Twin Cities: set the rent too high and a St. Paul rental home sits empty. Mauzy Properties' St. Paul property managers set rents from current comparables and move qualified tenants in fast.

St. Paul landlords must also follow the city's rent stabilization ordinance and rental registration rules, which limit how and when rent can rise. Our St. Paul property management service tracks those rules for you and covers tenant screening, leasing, rent collection and maintenance for a flat $100 per month. Every tenant we place is warranted for the full lease, and in-house handymen keep repair bills down for St. Paul rental property owners.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates.

St. Paul Rent Stabilization: What Rental Owners Need to Know

St. Paul is the only Twin Cities city that caps rent increases, and the rules shape how much your rental can earn for years. Here is how St. Paul rent stabilization works today:

• 3% cap. Rent on most St. Paul rentals can rise no more than 3% in any 12-month period.
• 3% to 8% by self-certification. Owners can raise rent more than 3%, up to 8%, by self-certifying through the city each year.
• Higher increases by exception. Above 8%, owners must apply to the city and show the increase is needed for a reasonable return on investment. Tenants are notified, and either side can appeal within 45 days.
• Resetting after a vacancy. After a “just cause” vacancy, rent can rise up to 8% plus inflation (CPI) for the next tenant.
• Newer buildings are exempt. Exemption depends on the date of the property’s first certificate of occupancy.

The ordinance took effect in 2022 and was amended in 2023 and again in June 2025, so the rules have changed more than once.

Why this matters for St. Paul landlords: because increases are capped once a tenant moves in, the starting rent you set carries forward for years. Price too low at lease-up and you can't catch up later.

How Mauzy Properties helps St. Paul owners:

• We set the starting rent from current St. Paul comparables, so you don’t lock in a low rent.
• We track every lease’s 12-month window and plan renewals within the cap.
• We prepare self-certification and exception paperwork when an increase above 3% is justified.
• We document just-cause vacancies so you can reset rent correctly for the next tenant.

All for a flat $100 per month, with every tenant warranted for the full lease. Talk to a St. Paul property manager

Why Partner with Mauzy Properties?

When you hire our experienced property managers, you gain:

• Owner-focused management – decisions made with your bottom line in mind
• Local experts & handyman staff – faster responses, lower repair costs, and reliable maintenance
• Smarter tenant placement – attract and keep high-quality tenants
• Streamlined processes – less stress, fewer headaches, better results

Ready for Personalized Advice?

Every property is unique, which is why we offer guidance tailored to your goals. Our team will help you:

• Increase property value
• Maximize returns
• Keep your rental running smoothly