Missouri Notice to Vacate

Under RSMo § 441.060, a tenancy at will or by sufferance, or for less than one year (including most month-to-month tenancies), may be terminated by the person entitled to possession by giving one month's notice, in writing, to the person in possession, requiring the person in possession to vacate the premises. For month-to-month tenancies, either party may terminate by written notice stating that the tenancy shall terminate upon a periodic rent-paying date not less than one month after receipt of the notice. For fixed-term leases, notice is governed by the lease terms. The notice must state the specific date possession is required. After termination, if the tenant remains, further action (unlawful detainer) is required to regain possession through the courts. Self-help evictions are prohibited., -

Notice Type Selection Guide

NOTICE TYPE A, LANDLORD ONE-MONTH NOTICE TO VACATE (Month-to-Month)

ONE-MONTH NOTICE TO VACATE

Date of Notice: [[Date of Notice]]

To: [[Tenant Full Name(s)]]
And All Other Occupants

Premises Address:
[[Rental Property Full Address]]
[[City]], Missouri [[ZIP Code]]

From Landlord or Authorized Agent:
[[Landlord or Agent Full Name]]
[[Landlord Mailing Address]]
[[City]], Missouri [[ZIP Code]]
Phone: [[Landlord Phone]]
Email: [[Landlord Email]]

YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED, pursuant to RSMo § 441.060, that the Landlord elects to terminate your month-to-month tenancy.

The tenancy shall terminate on the periodic rent-paying date not less than one (1) month after your receipt of this notice.

Current Rent Due Date: [[e.g., the 1st of each month]]

Required Vacate Date (Possession Required By): [[Specific Date, the rent-paying date at least one full month after receipt]]

You must vacate and surrender possession of the Premises, remove all personal property, and return all keys and access devices to the Landlord on or before the date stated above.

If you remain in possession after the termination date, the Landlord may file an unlawful detainer action in the [[County Name]] Circuit Court to recover possession, damages, and costs., -

NOTICE TYPE B, TENANT ONE-MONTH NOTICE TO VACATE (Month-to-Month)

TENANT NOTICE TO VACATE

Date of Notice: [[Date of Notice]]

To: [[Landlord or Agent Full Name]]
[[Landlord Mailing Address]]
[[City]], Missouri [[ZIP Code]]

From Tenant:
[[Tenant Full Name(s)]]
[[Tenant Current Address on Premises]]
[[City]], Missouri [[ZIP Code]]
Phone: [[Tenant Phone]]
Email: [[Tenant Email]]

Premises: [[Rental Property Full Address]], [[City]], Missouri [[ZIP Code]]

YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the undersigned Tenant(s) elect to terminate the month-to-month tenancy at the Premises.

The tenancy shall terminate on the periodic rent-paying date not less than one (1) month after your receipt of this notice.

Intended Vacate Date: [[Specific Date, rent-paying date at least one full month after receipt]]

Tenant will surrender possession, remove all personal property, return all keys, and leave the Premises in broom-clean condition, free of damage beyond ordinary wear and tear, on or before the date above.

Forwarding Address for Security Deposit and Final Accounting:
[[Tenant Forwarding Address]]
[[City]], [[State]] [[ZIP Code]], -

NOTICE TYPE C, END-OF-TERM OR HOLDOVER NOTICE TO VACATE (Fixed Term)

NOTICE TO VACATE AT END OF LEASE TERM

Date of Notice: [[Date of Notice]]

To: [[Tenant Full Name(s)]]
And All Other Occupants

Premises:
[[Rental Property Full Address]]
[[City]], Missouri [[ZIP Code]]

The fixed term of your lease for the Premises ends on [[Lease End Date]].

YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED to vacate and surrender possession of the Premises no later than 11:59 p.m. on [[Specific Vacate Date, per lease or 441.060]].

If you remain after that date without a new written agreement, you will be a holdover tenant and the Landlord may pursue unlawful detainer without further notice beyond what is required by law.

Daily use and occupancy charge after deadline (if applicable): $[[Daily Holdover Rate]]., -

Service of Notice, Permitted Methods

Missouri law and standard practice require proper service for the notice to be effective. Common authorized methods include:

1. Personal delivery to the tenant (or to landlord/agent for tenant notices).

2. Posting a copy in a conspicuous place on the main entrance or front door of the Premises, combined with mailing (first-class or certified) to the tenant at the Premises or last known address.

3. Certified or registered mail when permitted or in combination with posting.

4. Sheriff or process server where required for court actions.

Best Practice: Use certified mail, return receipt requested, plus posting or personal service. Photograph the posting and retain the return receipt and tracking records. The notice should clearly state the specific date possession is required., -

Proof of Service / Certificate

I certify that on [[Service Date and Time]] I served a copy of this notice upon the party(ies) named above by the method checked:

[ ] Personal delivery
[ ] Posting in conspicuous place on the door + first-class / certified mailing
[ ] Certified mail, return receipt requested
[ ] Other: [[Describe]]

Served By: [[Server Full Name]]
Signature: ___________________________________
Date: [[Service Date]]

Sender Signature Block

___________________________________
[[Sender Full Name, Landlord / Agent / Tenant]]
[[Title]]
[[Mailing Address]]
[[City]], Missouri [[ZIP Code]]
Phone: [[Phone]]
Date Signed: [[Date]], -

Tenant Surrender Checklist (Landlord to Tenant)

1. Remove all personal property from the Premises by the vacate date.

2. Return all keys, garage-door openers, mailbox keys, and access devices to [[Landlord Name or Agent]] at [[Return Location]] by the vacate date.

3. Ensure all utilities in your name are canceled or transferred, effective on the vacate date.

4. Leave the Premises in broom-clean condition, free of damage beyond ordinary wear and tear.

5. Provide your forwarding address in writing for the security deposit accounting (Missouri requires notice of inspection and 30-day accounting under RSMo § 535.300 where applicable)., -

Numbered Key Reminders

1. Always state the exact calendar date by which possession is required (must align with rent date for MTM).

2. For month-to-month, give at least one full month's notice under § 441.060.

3. Use personal service or posting + mailing; retain photographs and receipts.

4. Do not use self-help (locks, utilities, removal of belongings), court process only.

5. After the notice period expires without surrender, file the appropriate court action for possession.

6. Account for any security deposit within thirty (30) days per Missouri law if deductions are claimed., -

YMYL FOOTER AND STATUTORY SOURCES

> Template, not professional advice. Court process is required to regain possession after notice. Consult a licensed Missouri attorney. As of June 2026.

Missouri statutory sources cited:

• RSMo § 441.060, Tenancy termination; one month's written notice for MTM and lesser tenancies; specific date required
• RSMo Chapter 534, Forcible Entry and Unlawful Detainer
• RSMo Chapter 535, Landlord and Tenant Actions (possession after termination)
• RSMo § 535.300, Security deposit return timing and inspection notice (30 days)

No statewide just-cause or rent-control overlay applies for most properties., -