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South Dakota Eviction Notice Requirements (2026)

Complete guide to South Dakota eviction notice periods, deposit return rules, and recent law changes. Generate a legally appropriate South Dakota eviction notice in seconds with RentGuard — free.

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South Dakota notice periods

3 days
3-Day Notice to Pay or Quit
Written demand — tenant must pay rent or vacate within 3 days.
3 days
3-Day Notice to Cure or Quit
For lease violations — tenant has 3 days to remedy or vacate.
30 days
30-Day Notice to Terminate
Month-to-month tenancy without cause.

Security deposit rules

45 days after move-out with itemized statement. Penalty for wrongful withholding: damages plus attorney fees.

Rent control status

No rent control. South Dakota does not authorize local rent control.

Key South Dakota landlord rules

No statutory entry notice requirement — lease governs (24 hours recommended)
South Dakota Codified Laws Chapter 43-32 governs residential tenancies
Landlord must maintain premises in habitable condition
No just cause requirement for month-to-month termination with proper notice

Frequently asked questions — South Dakota eviction

How much notice does a landlord have to give in South Dakota?+
In South Dakota, landlords must give 30 days notice to terminate a month-to-month tenancy. Month-to-month tenancy without cause.
What is the eviction notice period for nonpayment of rent in South Dakota?+
South Dakota requires a 3-day notice for nonpayment of rent. Written demand — tenant must pay rent or vacate within 3 days.
How long does a landlord have to return a security deposit in South Dakota?+
45 days after move-out with itemized statement. Penalty for wrongful withholding: damages plus attorney fees.
Is there rent control in South Dakota?+
No rent control. South Dakota does not authorize local rent control.
How do I evict a tenant in South Dakota?+
To evict a tenant in South Dakota, serve the appropriate written notice (3 days for nonpayment), wait for the notice period to expire, then file for eviction in your local court if the tenant has not complied. RentGuard can generate the correct South Dakota notice form for free.

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Not legal advice. Verify current requirements with a licensed South Dakota attorney before serving.

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