Late rent notice templates.

What to include in your notice

• Tenant name(s) and rental property address
• Date rent was due and amount owed
• Number of days rent is past due
• Late fee amount (if applicable)
• Total amount due including fees
• Deadline to pay
• Accepted payment methods
• Consequences if not paid (for pay or quit notices)
• Landlord/property manager signature and date

Subject: Friendly Reminder - Rent Due for [Property Address]

Dear [Tenant Name],

I hope this message finds you well. This is a friendly reminder that rent for [Property Address] was due on [Due Date].

As of today, [Current Date], I have not received your payment of $[Rent Amount].

If you have already sent payment, please disregard this notice. If not, please submit payment at your earliest convenience to avoid any late fees.

If you're experiencing any difficulties, please reach out so we can discuss options.

Thank you,
[Your Name]
[Contact Info]

LATE RENT NOTICE

Date: [Current Date]

To: [Tenant Name(s)]
Property: [Full Property Address]

This is to notify you that your rent payment is past due.

Rent Due Date: [Original Due Date]
Monthly Rent Amount: $[Rent Amount]
Days Past Due: [Number] days
Late Fee (per lease): $[Late Fee Amount]

TOTAL AMOUNT DUE: $[Total with Late Fee]

Please remit payment immediately to avoid further action. Payment may be made via [accepted payment methods].

If you have questions or need to discuss a payment arrangement, contact me at [Phone/Email].

Sincerely,

_______________________
[Your Name]
[Your Title]
[Date]

[NUMBER]-DAY NOTICE TO PAY RENT OR QUIT

TO: [Tenant Name(s)]
AND ALL OTHERS IN POSSESSION OF THE PREMISES AT:
[Full Property Address including Unit Number]
[City, State ZIP]

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that you are justly indebted to the undersigned landlord in the sum of:

Past Due Rent: $[Amount]
Late Fees: $[Amount]
Other Charges: $[Amount if any]
TOTAL DUE: $[Total Amount]

For rent and other charges on the above-described premises from [Start Date] to [End Date].

You are hereby required to pay said amount in full within [NUMBER] days from the date of service of this notice, or quit and deliver up possession of the premises.

If you fail to pay or vacate within [NUMBER] days, legal proceedings will be instituted against you to recover possession of the premises, to declare the forfeiture of the lease, and to recover rents and damages.

Payment may be made to: [Payment Instructions]
During the hours of: [Business Hours]
At the following location: [Address or Online Portal]

Dated: [Date]

_______________________
[Landlord/Agent Name]
[Address]
[Phone]

PROOF OF SERVICE
I served this notice on [Date] by:
[ ] Personal delivery to tenant
[ ] Leaving with person of suitable age at premises
[ ] Posting on premises and mailing copy
[ ] Certified mail

_______________________
Server Signature

• Send notices promptly—consistency trains tenants to pay on time.
• Keep copies of all notices with proof of delivery method and date.
• Be professional and factual—avoid emotional language or threats.
• Know your state's specific requirements before sending pay or quit notices.
• Offer payment plans when appropriate—it's often cheaper than turnover.
• Document all communication about late payments in writing.