Rent Increase Notice
Tentunit Template Library · Version 1.0 · [TEMPLATE — review before use]
Important: This is a general-purpose template provided for convenience under the Tentunit Templates Disclaimer & Jurisdiction Notice. It is not legal advice and is not state-specific unless expressly labeled. Landlord–tenant requirements (notice periods, day counts, service methods, disclosures) vary by jurisdiction and change over time. Verify against current local law — or consult a licensed attorney — before use. Complete every [BRACKETED FIELD] and delete instructions in italics before sending.
[DATE]
[TENANT NAME] [PROPERTY ADDRESS] [UNIT NUMBER, IF ANY] [CITY, STATE ZIP]
RE: Notice of Rent Increase — [PROPERTY ADDRESS]
Dear [TENANT NAME],
This letter is formal notice that the monthly rent for the rental unit identified above will change as follows:
| Item | Amount / Date |
|---|---|
| Current monthly rent | $[CURRENT RENT AMOUNT] |
| New monthly rent | $[NEW RENT AMOUNT] |
| Monthly increase | $[INCREASE AMOUNT] ([PERCENTAGE]%) |
| Effective date | [EFFECTIVE DATE] |
This notice is being given at least [NUMBER OF DAYS REQUIRED IN YOUR JURISDICTION] days before the effective date, as required by applicable law and/or your rental agreement.
Delete before sending: notice periods for rent increases are commonly 30–90 days depending on the state, the size of the increase, and the tenancy type. Rent-controlled or rent-stabilized jurisdictions impose caps on the amount of the increase and special procedural rules — confirm both the notice period and any cap before sending this notice.
How this applies to your tenancy (keep the paragraph that applies; delete the other):
- Month-to-month tenancy: Because your tenancy is month-to-month, the new rent takes effect on the effective date above, provided this notice satisfies the legally required notice period. All other terms of your rental agreement remain unchanged.
- Fixed-term lease expiring: Your current lease ends on [LEASE END DATE]. The new rent applies only if you renew or remain in the unit after that date; rent cannot be increased during the current lease term unless the lease itself allows it. A renewal lease reflecting the new rent is [ENCLOSED / AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST].
Your options. Please respond by [RESPONSE DEADLINE]:
- Accept the new rent. No formal action is required for a month-to-month tenancy — paying the new amount on or after the effective date constitutes acceptance. If a renewal lease is enclosed, please sign and return it by [RENEWAL SIGNING DEADLINE].
- Decline and end the tenancy. If you do not wish to continue at the new rent, you may end your tenancy by providing written notice of [NUMBER OF DAYS REQUIRED IN YOUR JURISDICTION] days, as required by your agreement and applicable law, and vacating before the increase takes effect.
If you have questions about this notice, or would like to discuss the increase or renewal terms, please contact us at [PHONE NUMBER] or [EMAIL ADDRESS]. We value you as a tenant and hope you will stay.
Sincerely,
[LANDLORD / AGENT NAME] [TITLE, e.g., Owner or Property Manager] [COMPANY NAME, IF ANY] [PHONE NUMBER] · [EMAIL ADDRESS] [MAILING ADDRESS]
Proof of Service (complete and retain a copy for your records)
I, [NAME OF PERSON SERVING NOTICE], served this notice on [DATE OF SERVICE] by:
- Personal delivery to the tenant
- Posting in a conspicuous place at the rental unit
- Certified mail, return receipt requested, to the address above
Signature: _______________________________ Date: [DATE]
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