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A rent receipt is written proof that a tenant paid a landlord for the rental of a commercial or residential property. Each receipt issued by the landlord should list the date, amount paid, property address, and the rental period covered. In some states, such as New York, residential tenants must be given a receipt when paying in cash.
Last updated May 15th, 2026
A rent receipt is written proof that a tenant paid a landlord for the rental of a commercial or residential property. Each receipt issued by the landlord should list the date, amount paid, property address, and the rental period covered. In some states, such as New York, residential tenants must be given a receipt when paying in cash.
Rent receipts must be provided when required by state or local law. Many laws specifically require receipts for cash payments or when a tenant requests one. Because the rules vary by location, landlords should check state and local regulations or contact their housing authority to ensure compliance.
Note: A lease agreement may require receipts even when the law does not.
The following steps explain how to fill out a rent receipt that properly records a tenant’s rent payment:
Once completed, a copy of the receipt should be given to the tenant for their records.
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