Illinois 5 Day Notice for Unpaid Rent

Instructions for Illinois Landlords

If you are an Illinois landlord and your tenant has failed to pay rent, you may serve them with a 5 Day Notice for Unpaid Rent. This official notice informs the tenant of their obligation to pay the overdue amount within five days from the date the notice is served.

Purpose of the Notice

The 5 Day Notice is designed to formally alert the tenant of the unpaid rent and provide a clear deadline for payment. Upon receiving the notice, the tenant has five days to remit the overdue rent in full.

Consequences of Non-Payment

If the tenant does not pay the rent within the specified five-day period, the lease will be terminated. At that point, the tenant is required to vacate the premises as outlined in the lease agreement.

Affidavit and Proof of Service

The notice template includes an Affidavit and Proof of Service section. The individual who serves the notice must complete this affidavit, swearing to the fact that the notice was properly delivered to the tenant.

Template Format

This Illinois 5 Day Notice of Demand for Unpaid Rent is provided in Word format for ease of use. Landlords can quickly fill out and customize the form as needed for their specific situation.

Document Type: Microsoft Word
Last Updated: 22-September-2025
SKU: 6765
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