Dear Sir/Madam,
I am ________________, your neighbor in _______________. I have noticed that your house that is located in __________________ is vacant for almost __ years now and I would like to ask if you have plans to lease it out. I would like to rent your house for a period of __ years if you would allow me to. I am looking for a house to rent as we build our own house. Please respond as soon as you can so that we can stipulate on the terms of the lease. If you wish to call me, my number is ____________.
Thank you.
Respectfully Yours,
________________________.