60 Day Notice to Vacate — Free Template for Tenants and Landlords
A 60 day notice to vacate gives two months' warning that a tenancy will end. Tenants send one when their lease asks for 60 days' notice, and landlords often must give 60 days or more to end a month-to-month tenancy once a tenant has lived there a while. The extra time makes for a calmer, better-planned move on both sides.
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October 15, 2026
[Who the notice is going to]
Re: Notice to vacate — [Rental property address]
Dear [Who the notice is going to],
Please accept this letter as written notice that the tenancy covered by this notice will end on [Date the tenancy ends and the property will be vacated], and that the move-out from [Rental property address] will be complete by that date.
Who is giving notice: [Who is giving notice?].
This letter provides 60 days' written notice, in line with the rental agreement and the notice rules that apply to this tenancy.
Please confirm in writing that you have received this notice. I am keeping a copy for my records.
Sincerely,
[Your full name (or company name)]
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Who needs 60 days
Many leases ask tenants for 60 days' notice before moving out, especially in larger apartment communities. On the landlord side, some states and cities require 60 days or more to end a month-to-month tenancy for tenants who have stayed a year or longer, and some only allow it for specific reasons, such as an owner move-in or major renovation.
Check the lease first, then your state and local rules, and use the longest period that applies.
Make the end date unmistakable
Give a calendar date, not just a number of days. Lining it up with the last day of a rental month avoids arguments over prorated rent. Count from the day the notice is received, and add time if you mail it.
Landlords should explain rent through the end date, the walk-through and how the deposit will be handled. Tenants should include a forwarding address and ask for an inspection near the end.
Use the extra time well
Two months is enough to schedule movers, line up a new place and fix minor wear before inspection. Landlords can use it to plan repairs and advertise. If plans change, put any request to adjust the date in writing and get the answer in writing too.
Landlords should remember that a notice to vacate is not an eviction. If a tenant stays past the date, only a court can order them to leave.
What to do, step by step
Check how much notice you need
Read the lease for a notice clause, then check your state and city rules. Month-to-month tenancies often require 30 days or more, and some leases require notice to end on the last day of a rental period.
Choose a clear move-out date
Count forward from the day the notice will be received, not the day you write it, and allow extra days if you mail it.
Fill in the notice
Answer the questions above. Include the full property address, the exact end date and, for tenants, a forwarding address for the deposit.
Deliver it the way the lease says
Use the delivery method and address in the lease if there is one. Certified mail, hand delivery with a signed receipt, or email where the lease allows it all create a record.
Keep a copy and proof of delivery
Save a copy of the signed notice and your receipt, tracking number or confirmation message in case there is a question later about the dates.
What if the other side doesn't respond to your notice?
A notice to vacate usually doesn't need to be accepted to be effective. If you gave the notice the lease and local rules require, delivered it properly and kept proof, the tenancy generally ends on the date you gave, whether or not the other side replies. A short follow-up email confirming the date is still a good idea.
Tenants who move out on time should document the condition of the home with dated photos, return every key and send their forwarding address in writing. If the deposit isn't returned within the period your state sets, a security deposit demand letter is the usual next step.
Landlords should know that a notice to vacate is not an eviction. If a tenant stays past the date, the landlord must go to court, and only a court order carried out by a court officer can remove a tenant. Changing locks or removing belongings without one is illegal in nearly every state.
Example 60 day notice to vacate
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Harbor Point Property Management
400 Commerce Dr, Suite 120, Springfield, IL 62701 · (555) 420-1188
October 5, 2026
Jordan Ellis
Re: Notice to vacate — 88 Maple Ave, Apt 2B, Springfield, IL 62704
Dear Jordan Ellis,
Please accept this letter as written notice that the tenancy covered by this notice will end on December 31, 2026, and that the move-out from 88 Maple Ave, Apt 2B, Springfield, IL 62704 will be complete by that date.
Who is giving notice: Landlord giving notice to the tenant.
This letter provides 60 days' written notice, in line with the rental agreement and the notice rules that apply to this tenancy.
Reason for this notice: The owner plans to complete a full renovation of the unit beginning in January 2027.
Rent remains due as usual through December 31. Please contact our office to schedule a move-out inspection, and return all keys to our office on the move-out date. Your security deposit will be handled as the lease and state rules require.
Please confirm in writing that you have received this notice. I am keeping a copy for my records.
Sincerely,
Harbor Point Property Management
Frequently asked questions
Can a landlord end a tenancy with 60 days' notice for no reason?
In some states, yes, for month-to-month tenancies. But a growing number of states and cities require a valid reason or longer notice, and federally subsidized housing has its own rules. Check your local rules before serving a no-reason notice.
My lease says 60 days but I only gave 30. What now?
You may be responsible for rent for the full 60-day period. Ask the landlord in writing whether they will accept a shorter period or let you go early if a new tenant is found, and keep their answer.
Do I keep paying rent during the 60 days?
Yes. The tenancy continues on its usual terms until the end date, so rent remains due as normal unless both sides agree otherwise in writing.
How much notice do I need to give?
It depends on your lease and your state and local rules. Month-to-month tenancies commonly need 30 days, and some places require 60 or 90 days for longer tenancies or when a landlord is the one ending it. A fixed-term lease usually ends on its end date, though some leases ask for notice even then.
Does a notice to vacate need a reason?
A tenant ending a month-to-month tenancy usually doesn't need to give one. Landlords often don't either, but a growing number of states and cities require landlords to have a valid reason. Check your local rules before sending a no-reason notice as a landlord.
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