How much does a Minneapolis TISH report cost in 2026?
Minneapolis Truth in Sale of Housing (TISH) evaluator fees vary by property type and evaluator. Here's the current pricing landscape, what's included, and how to budget for the repairs flagged afterward.
2026 evaluator fee ranges
| Property type | Typical fee | Common add-ons |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family | $175 – $325 | Re-inspection $75–$125 |
| Duplex | $275 – $450 | Per-unit fee on some evaluators |
| Triplex | $350 – $550 | Boiler / shared system add-on |
| Condo / townhome | $150 – $275 | HOA-scope variation |
What's included in the evaluator fee
- Visual inspection of major systems (electrical, plumbing, mechanical, structural)
- Classification of every finding as RRE (required repair), RRP (required replacement), or LIC (informational)
- Filing of the report with the City of Minneapolis
- Issuance of the Disclosure of Information sheet for buyers
The bigger cost: the repairs themselves
The evaluator fee is the small part. The flagged RRE items are where sellers actually spend money — typically $1,500–$8,000 depending on the age of the home. Our Minneapolis RRE repair cost guide breaks down current contractor pricing for the most-flagged items.
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Minneapolis TISH cost FAQ
- How much does a Minneapolis TISH report cost in 2026?
- Most licensed Minneapolis TISH evaluators charge between $175 and $325 for a single-family home in 2026. Duplexes typically run $275–$450, triplexes $350–$550, and condos or townhomes $150–$275. Pricing varies by evaluator and by how many units the evaluator has to inspect.
- Who pays for the TISH report — buyer or seller?
- Per Minneapolis Code of Ordinances Chapter 248, the seller is responsible for ordering and paying for the Truth in Sale of Housing evaluation before listing the home for sale. The completed Disclosure of Information sheet must be available to prospective buyers.
- Are TISH evaluator fees negotiable?
- Pricing is set by individual licensed evaluators, not by the city. Calling 2–3 evaluators on the official Minneapolis list and comparing flat-rate pricing is standard practice. Ask whether re-inspection is bundled in the flat rate.
- What's included in the evaluator fee?
- A standard TISH fee covers the visual inspection of major systems (electrical, plumbing, mechanical, structural), classification of every finding as RRE, RRP, or LIC, filing the report with the City of Minneapolis, and issuing the Disclosure of Information sheet for buyers.
- Is the re-inspection fee separate?
- Usually yes. Re-inspections to verify completed RRE or RRP items typically run $75–$125 on top of the original evaluator fee. Some evaluators bundle one re-inspection into their flat rate — always ask before booking.
- How much do the actual TISH repairs cost?
- The evaluator fee is the small part of TISH spending. The flagged RRE (required repair) items typically total $1,500–$8,000 depending on the age of the home and which systems are affected. Older South and Northeast Minneapolis homes tend to land at the higher end.