Lease Termination Letter Generator
Write a tenant's notice to vacate, a landlord's termination or non-renewal notice, or a request to end a lease early. Fill in the names and dates, then print or save the letter as a PDF. Free, no sign-up, and nothing leaves your browser.
A tenant ending a month-to-month tenancy, or telling the landlord they won’t renew when the lease ends.
[Tenant name(s)]
[Property address and unit]
October 8, 2026
[Landlord or property manager]
Re: Notice of Intent to Vacate
Dear [Landlord or property manager],
Please accept this letter as written notice that I am ending my month-to-month tenancy at [Property address and unit]. My last day in the unit will be [Move-out date].
I will return all keys by that date and leave the unit clean and in good condition. Please let me know when you would like to schedule a move-out inspection.
Please send my security deposit, along with an itemized list of any deductions, to my forwarding address: [Forwarding address].
You can reach me at [phone or email]. Thank you.
Sincerely,
[Tenant name(s)]
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- Every tenant's name as it appears on the lease, and the full address with unit number
- The exact date the tenancy ends, and the date of the letter so the notice period is clear
- For tenants: a forwarding address for the security deposit and a request for a move-out inspection
- For early termination: the lease end date, the reason, and what you offer, such as a fee or a replacement tenant
- A signature and a phone number or email for questions
Month-to-month vs. fixed-term leases
A month-to-month tenancy can be ended by either side with written notice, usually 30 days and often timed to end on the last day of a rental period. Some states require more, such as 60 or 90 days when a landlord ends a long tenancy, and some cities limit the reasons a landlord can use.
A fixed-term lease ends on its end date, but many leases require notice that you won't renew, and some roll over to month-to-month or renew automatically without it. Ending a fixed-term lease early needs the landlord's agreement, a clause in the lease, or a legal right such as the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act.
After the notice
Landlords in Michigan ending a month-to-month tenancy typically use the state court's 30-day Notice to Quit. At move-out, prorate a partial final month with the prorated rent calculator and send an itemized security deposit return letter. Tenants moving on can prove income to their next landlord with a bank-verified income report.
Frequently asked questions
How much notice do I need to give to end a lease?
For a month-to-month tenancy, 30 days is most common, but some states require 60 or 90 days, especially for landlords ending a long tenancy. For a fixed-term lease, check the lease itself: many require 30 to 60 days’ notice that you won’t renew, and some renew automatically without it.
What should a lease termination letter include?
The names of everyone on the lease, the full property address with unit number, the date the tenancy ends, the date of the letter, and the sender’s signature and contact details. A tenant should also give a forwarding address for the security deposit.
Can I break my lease early?
Only if the lease allows it, the landlord agrees, or a law gives you the right. Many leases have an early termination fee or let you leave if a replacement tenant is found. In most states the landlord also has to try to re-rent the unit rather than charge rent for the full remaining term.
Can military members break a lease?
Yes. The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act lets a servicemember end a residential lease after receiving permanent change of station orders or deployment orders of 90 days or more. Deliver written notice with a copy of the orders. For monthly rent, the lease ends 30 days after the next rent due date, with no early termination fee.
How should I deliver the letter?
Use the method your lease specifies. Certified mail with a return receipt, or hand delivery with a signed acknowledgment, gives you proof of the date it was received. Keep a copy for your records.
Is this lease termination letter template free?
Yes. There is no account or sign-up, and everything runs in your browser. Print the letter or save it as a PDF from the print dialog.
Templates are general information, not legal advice. Notice requirements depend on your lease, state, and city.