Lease renewal letter
Offer a renewal in writing so both sides have a clear record of the new term.
Quick answer
A lease renewal letter proposes a new fixed term when the current lease ends. It states the parties, the property, the new start and end dates, any rent change, and asks the tenant to sign to accept.
What to include
- — Date of the letter
- — Landlord and tenant names
- — Property address
- — Current lease end date
- — Proposed new start and end dates
- — Any change to monthly rent (stated plainly)
- — A reply-by date and signature lines
2026-07-27
Dear [Tenant name],
Your current lease for the property at [property address] is scheduled to end on [current end date]. I would like to offer you a renewal for a new term beginning [new start date] and ending [new end date].
Rent will remain the same during the renewal term.
All other terms of the current lease will remain in effect unless we agree otherwise in writing.
Please let me know your decision by [reply-by date]. If you'd like to accept, sign below and return a copy.
Landlord signature
[Landlord name]
Tenant signature / date
Related
Template, not legal advice. Notice requirements for lease changes vary — check your state's official resources.