When to Use This Message
Send a Lease Renewal Request when:
- Your current lease is approaching its end date and you want to stay.
- You want to confirm renewal terms before your landlord lists the unit elsewhere.
- You'd like to negotiate the rent or lease length as part of renewing.
- You want a written record of your intent to renew, sent with appropriate notice.
Message Writing Tips
- Send It With Enough Notice: Check your lease for any required notice period for renewal and send your request comfortably ahead of that deadline.
- State Your Preferred Lease Length: Mention whether you'd like another full year, a shorter term, or month-to-month, if that's an option.
- Raise Any Terms You'd Like to Discuss: If you're hoping to negotiate rent or other terms, mention it now rather than after the new lease is drafted.
- Confirm Your Intent Clearly: State plainly that you'd like to renew, so there's no ambiguity about your plans.
Frequently Asked Questions
How early should I request a lease renewal?
Check your lease for a specific notice requirement — if none is stated, 60 days before expiration is a reasonable default.
Can I negotiate rent when renewing a lease?
Yes, it's common to ask, especially if market rents have dropped or you've been a reliable long-term tenant.
What if my landlord doesn't respond before my lease ends?
Follow up promptly, and check your local laws on lease holdover, since rules vary on what happens if no new agreement is signed in time.