Missouri landlord law, handled.
StrainDesk knows the two-month deposit cap, the 30-day return window, and the one-month termination rule, and it is honest about the places where Missouri leaves the notice period to your lease.
Watch the 2-minute demoMissouri rental rules at a glance
| Security deposit limit | 2x monthly rent |
|---|---|
| Deposit return window | 30 days after move-out |
| Pay-or-quit notice | 5-day notice to pay or vacate |
| Month-to-month termination notice | 30 days |
| Landlord entry notice | 24 hours advance notice |
| Late fee rules | No statutory cap |
Notice periods and limits reflect Missouri statute. Always confirm current law for your situation.
What StrainDesk does for Missouri landlords
- Missouri demand for rent and termination notices, pre-filled from your lease data
- Deposit compliance that flags amounts over the two-month cap in 535.300
- Move-out inspection notices, which Missouri requires before you can withhold for damages
- Store Kansas City registrations and St. Louis occupancy permits with renewal dates and get reminded
- Chapter 441 lease clauses including the anti-lockout and methamphetamine disclosure requirements
Registration reminders
Store each property's rental registration, add its number and renewal date, and StrainDesk reminds you before it expires. Your document and its deadline stay in one place.
Missouri landlord FAQ
How many days notice does Missouri require before an eviction for unpaid rent?
Missouri sets no statutory waiting period. The landlord must demand the rent due before filing a rent and possession action, and the notice period comes from the lease. StrainDesk defaults to five days.
How much can a Missouri landlord charge for a security deposit?
No more than two months rent, returned with an itemized list of deductions within 30 days after the tenancy ends (Mo. Rev. Stat. 535.300).
Does Missouri require notice before a landlord enters?
There is no Missouri statute setting an entry notice period, so the lease controls. Twenty-four hours written notice is the standard practice and is what StrainDesk generates.
Can a Missouri landlord change the locks on a tenant who has not paid?
No. Lockouts, utility shutoffs, and removing doors or windows are prohibited and expose the landlord to actual and punitive damages (Mo. Rev. Stat. 441.233, 441.234).
Plans for Missouri landlords
Both paid plans include the Missouri lease generator and legal notices. Plus adds everything in Pro and more.
Up to 20 properties. Email reminders, maintenance portal, and reports.
Choose ProEverything in Pro, plus online rent collection, SMS, co-tenants, team access, and exports. Up to 100 properties.
Choose PlusTemplates are provided for reference only and do not constitute legal advice. StrainDesk is not a law firm. Missouri sets no statutory pay-or-quit period, so the deadline in a demand for rent should match your lease. Consult a licensed attorney in your state before serving any legal notice or executing any lease agreement.