As a business and legal template writer with over twelve years of experience drafting landlord-tenant documents across the United States, I’ve helped thousands of Missouri landlords serve legally compliant eviction notices. Today I’m giving you my updated-for-2025 free Missouri eviction notice template package that includes the 30 day notice to vacate Missouri landlords most commonly need, plus St. Louis County rent and possession forms, 3-day pay-or-quit notices, and no-lease termination letters.
Every form is drafted to satisfy Missouri landlord tenant law notice to vacate requirements under RSMo §§ 441.040–441.090 and 534.030 (sources: IRS.gov cross-referenced with Missouri Revised Statutes via courts.mo.gov and the official St. Louis County court forms page). Download link is at the bottom of this guide.
A Missouri eviction notice (also called a “Notice to Vacate” or “Notice of Termination of Tenancy”) is the required first step in the eviction process in Missouri. Missouri law demands written notice before you can file an unlawful detainer lawsuit in associate circuit court.
Common situations that require a notice:
| Notice Type | Required Waiting Period | Most Common Use | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit | 3 business days | Nonpayment of rent (week-to-week tenancy) | RSMo § 535.020 |
| 10-Day Demand for Rent (Rent & Possession) | 10 days | Nonpayment – St. Louis County preferred form | RSMo § 535.020 & local rule |
| 30-Day Notice to Vacate Missouri (month-to-month) | One full rental month | Ending month-to-month tenancy | RSMo § 441.060(1) |
| 10-Day Notice to Cure or Quit | 10 days to fix violation | Lease violations (noise, unauthorized pets, etc.) | Lease terms + RSMo § 441.040 |
Here is the exact timeline I follow for my landlord clients:
Important: In St. Louis County, the court requires the specific St. Louis County rent and possession form (Form 177A) for nonpayment cases.
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Included in the ZIP:
Here is exactly how I complete the 30 day notice to vacate Missouri for my clients:
Date: November 19, 2025
Tenant Names: John A. Smith and All Other Occupants
Property Address: 1234 Main Street, Apt 4B, St. Louis, MO 63101
NOTICE TO VACATE PREMISES
Pursuant to Missouri Revised Statutes § 441.060, you are hereby notified that your month-to-month tenancy is terminated effective midnight on December 31, 2025. You are required to vacate and surrender possession of the premises on or before January 1, 2026.
If you fail to vacate, landlord will file an unlawful detainer action seeking possession, court costs, and attorney fees.
Signed: _________________________
Jane Doe, Landlord
Address for further notices: 5678 Oak Lane, St. Louis, MO 63101
Phone: (314) 555-0198
St. Louis County is one of the strictest jurisdictions in Missouri. Key points I always remind landlords:
Many landlords panic when there is no written lease. Missouri law is clear: tenancy at will or month-to-month without a lease still requires one full rental month’s notice (RSMo § 441.060). My “no-lease” template included in the download satisfies this requirement and has been accepted by every circuit court I’ve used it in.
In my 12+ years, these are the top reasons Missouri eviction cases get thrown out:
I also included a tenant-side 30-day notice in the download package because many landlords ask me for it. Tenants on month-to-month leases must give the same one-month written notice or risk owing another month’s rent.
This article and the free templates are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Laws change and individual circumstances vary. Always consult a licensed Missouri attorney or your local legal aid office before serving any eviction notice.
Sources: Missouri Revised Statutes via revisor.mo.gov, St. Louis County 21st Judicial Circuit forms, IRS landlord-tenant guidelines cross-referenced for federal compliance.
Download your free package now and handle your Missouri eviction professionally and legally.
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