Generate a professional landlord reference letter that vouches for a tenant's reliability, payment history, and property care.
I am a [LANDLORD_TYPE:select:private landlord,property manager,property management company representative,building superintendent] writing a reference letter for a former tenant who is applying for a new rental. The tenant's name is [TENANT_NAME] and they rented my property located at [PROPERTY_ADDRESS] from [LEASE_START_DATE] to [LEASE_END_DATE]. The monthly rent during their tenancy was [MONTHLY_RENT]. Regarding their payment history, I would describe it as [PAYMENT_HISTORY:select:excellent - always paid on time or early,good - rarely late and always communicated,fair - occasionally late but eventually paid,mixed - some late payments but improved over time]. The tenant's approach to property maintenance was [PROPERTY_CARE:select:exceptional - left the property in better condition than received,very good - well maintained throughout and move-out was clean,satisfactory - normal wear and handled issues responsibly,acceptable - some minor concerns but nothing significant]. In terms of communication and responsiveness when issues arose, they were [COMMUNICATION:select:outstanding - prompt and professional in all interactions,good - responsive and easy to reach,adequate - generally communicated when necessary,limited - communication could have been better]. During their tenancy, [LEASE_VIOLATIONS:select:there were no lease violations or complaints,there were minor issues that were quickly resolved,there was one incident but the tenant handled it responsibly,they addressed neighbor feedback appropriately when it arose]. If asked whether I would rent to this tenant again, my honest answer would be [RENT_AGAIN:select:absolutely yes without hesitation,yes I would,likely yes with standard screening,I would consider it]. Please generate a professional landlord reference letter that I can provide to the prospective landlord or property manager. The letter should open with a formal salutation, clearly identify my relationship to the tenant and the property details, describe their tenancy in a positive and honest manner, highlight their strengths as a tenant without exaggerating, mention my willingness to rent to them again, and close with my contact information so the recipient can reach out with follow-up questions. Keep the letter concise at one page or less, use professional language appropriate for a formal recommendation, and avoid any personal details about the tenant that would violate fair housing guidelines. Include a space at the end for my signature, printed name, contact phone number, and email address.
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Get Early AccessA landlord reference letter is a written recommendation from a current or former [LANDLORD_TYPE] that confirms a tenant's rental history and vouches for their reliability. When [TENANT_NAME] applies for a new rental, prospective landlords want proof of on-time payments, responsible property care, and good communication.
This generator builds a professional letter covering the tenancy at [PROPERTY_ADDRESS] from [LEASE_START_DATE] to [LEASE_END_DATE], including the [MONTHLY_RENT] amount, a clear description of [PAYMENT_HISTORY], an honest assessment of [PROPERTY_CARE] and [COMMUNICATION] habits, a note on [LEASE_VIOLATIONS], and your willingness to [RENT_AGAIN].
The result is a one-page letter with a formal salutation, factual details about the lease period, and your contact information for follow-up questions. It avoids personal details that could violate fair housing guidelines and keeps the tone professional. Whether you manage a single rental home or a large portfolio, a well-written reference letter helps good tenants secure their next home faster. Use the Dock Editor to customize the letter before sending it. You can also pair this with a rental application for the tenant or review our lease agreement generator if you need to draft a new lease.
Select your [LANDLORD_TYPE] and enter the tenant details including [TENANT_NAME], [PROPERTY_ADDRESS], [LEASE_START_DATE], [LEASE_END_DATE], and [MONTHLY_RENT].
Rate the tenant's [PAYMENT_HISTORY], [PROPERTY_CARE], and [COMMUNICATION] using the dropdown options that best match your experience.
Indicate whether there were any [LEASE_VIOLATIONS] during the tenancy and confirm your willingness to [RENT_AGAIN].
Generate the letter, review it in the editor, and add your signature block before sending it to the prospective landlord or property manager.
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