Eviction in Montgomery County (Norristown), Pennsylvania

Where eviction cases are filed in Montgomery County (Norristown), what it costs, local rent levels and where to get help — with the official court, county and HUD sources.

Quick facts: eviction in Montgomery County (Norristown)

Eviction court: Montgomery County Magisterial District Courts (29 district courts), 38th Judicial District — Magisterial District Court Court page
Filing fee: 2026 MDJ costs: $102.50 (claim $2,000 or less); $125.50 (over $2,000 to $4,000); $171.00 (over $4,000 to $12,000). Order of execution $51.50. 204 Pa. Code § 29.402 (42 Pa.C.S. § 1725.1 costs, calendar year 2026)
Notice before filing (state law): 10-day written notice to quit. Pennsylvania rules
HUD Fair Market Rent, 2-bedroom (FY2026): $1,810/month HUD
Renter households: 96,010 (29% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024

Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-22

Where eviction cases are filed in Montgomery County (Norristown)

Eviction cases in Montgomery County (Norristown) are heard by the Montgomery County Magisterial District Courts (29 district courts), 38th Judicial District (Magisterial District Court).

County Courts (Magisterial District Courts administration) — P.O. Box 311, Norristown, PA 19404-0311 (610-278-3000; 8:30 a.m.–4:15 p.m.) · website

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Each district court is presided over by an elected Magisterial District Judge and handles landlord/tenant suits and civil claims up to $12,000. The county publishes a PDF list of MDJ addresses and jurisdictions; otherwise call the court clerk to find the right district.

How much it costs to file an eviction in Montgomery County (Norristown)

2026 MDJ costs: $102.50 (claim $2,000 or less); $125.50 (over $2,000 to $4,000); $171.00 (over $4,000 to $12,000). Order of execution $51.50.

Statewide magisterial district judge cost schedule. Postage/registered mail is borne by the plaintiff; constable service fees and any surcharges may be additional — confirm total with the district court. Tenants may seek in forma pauperis status.

Source: 204 Pa. Code § 29.402 (42 Pa.C.S. § 1725.1 costs, calendar year 2026)

How eviction cases work locally

Appeal to Court of Common Pleas (Prothonotary)	Filing fee $309.50 (cash, money order or certified bank check). To stay the eviction the tenant pays the lesser of three months' rent or the arrears stated on the judgment at filing; In Forma Pauperis status (low income) waives the filing fee and that payment. Prothonotary: P.O. Box 311, Norristown, PA 19404-0311. Source: Official source

The Pennsylvania eviction process

Pennsylvania state law sets the notice periods and court steps everywhere in the state, including Montgomery County (Norristown):

Written notice to quit: 10 days (nonpayment), 15 or 30 days (lease end/breach) unless waived in the lease (68 P.S. § 250.501)
Landlord files a landlord-tenant complaint with the magisterial district judge
Summons issued for a hearing not less than 7 nor more than 10 days from the date of the summons; served personally, by mail, or by posting (68 P.S. § 250.502)
Hearing; judgment for possession, damages and rent (68 P.S. § 250.503(a))
Tenant may appeal to the Court of Common Pleas within 10 days of judgment (residential); appeal stays eviction only if rent/judgment amount is deposited (68 P.S. § 250.513)
After the 5th day following judgment (court rules: 10 days), landlord requests writ/order of possession; it is served within 48 hours and executed on the 11th day after service (68 P.S. § 250.503(b))
Removal by constable or sheriff; nonpayment-only tenants can stop the writ by paying rent in arrears and costs before execution (§ 503(c))

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Rent in Montgomery County (Norristown)

HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents for the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD MSA (the rent levels used for Section 8 vouchers):

Studio	$1,397
1 bedroom	$1,520
2 bedrooms	$1,810
3 bedrooms	$2,170
4 bedrooms	$2,423

Source: HUD Fair Market Rent documentation

Median gross rent in Montgomery County (Norristown): $1,683/month (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates).

HUD designates this area for Small Area FMRs: Housing Choice Voucher programs here use ZIP-code-level FMRs. Figures shown are the area-wide FY2026 FMRs from HUD's metro calculation page: https://www.huduser.gov/portal/datasets/fmr/fmrs/FY2026_code/2026summary.odn?cbsasub=METRO37980M37980&year=2026&fmrtype=Final&dallas_sa_override=TRUE&selection_type=hmfa

County tenant ordinance

No county-level landlord-tenant ordinance identified.

Eviction help in Montgomery County (Norristown)

Free legal help

Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania (LASP) — Serves Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Montgomery counties; helpline 877-429-5994 (Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–1 p.m.); apply online at lasp.org/apply; handles eviction and landlord-tenant matters.

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Frequently asked questions

Where do I file an eviction in Montgomery County (Norristown)?

Eviction cases in Montgomery County (Norristown) are filed with the Montgomery County Magisterial District Courts (29 district courts), 38th Judicial District.

How much does it cost to file an eviction in Montgomery County (Norristown)?

2026 MDJ costs: $102.50 (claim $2,000 or less); $125.50 (over $2,000 to $4,000); $171.00 (over $4,000 to $12,000). Order of execution $51.50.

Where can I get help with an eviction in Montgomery County (Norristown)?

Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania (LASP).

What is the fair market rent in Montgomery County (Norristown)?

HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom unit is $1,810 per month (1-bedroom: $1,520).

General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.