Miami · Eviction cost
How much does an eviction cost in Miami? (2026 breakdown)
Florida evictions cost significantly less than New York City evictions — but the costs still add up, especially if the tenant contests the case or hires an attorney. An uncontested Miami-Dade eviction handled without an attorney typically runs $350–450 in hard court fees. Here is every line item you should budget for before filing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file an eviction in Miami-Dade County?
The filing fee is $185 plus $10 per summons. For a single-tenant case, that's $195 total to file. Add $40 for Sheriff service per defendant, and if you need the Sheriff to execute the Writ of Possession, another $115 — bringing the total court fees to approximately $350 for a single-defendant case handled without an attorney.
How long does an eviction take in Miami-Dade?
An uncontested Miami-Dade eviction — where the tenant files no response — typically takes 3 to 5 weeks: 3-day notice period (3 business days), filing and Sheriff service (3–7 days), tenant's 5-business-day response window, default judgment (3–5 days), and Sheriff writ execution (5–10 days). Contested cases that go to hearing typically take 6–10 weeks.
Do I need an attorney to evict a tenant in Miami?
Individual landlords can represent themselves in Miami-Dade County Court without an attorney. However, if the property is owned by a corporation, LLC, partnership, or any other business entity — even if you are the sole member — Florida law requires the entity to be represented by a licensed attorney at any court hearing. This is a strict rule in Florida courts and cannot be waived.
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