Residential Lease Agreement

Standard 12-month rental contract. Print-ready PDF for landlords and property managers.

RESIDENTIAL LEASE AGREEMENT

This lease is made on _____________

LANDLORD: __________________________________
TENANT(S): __________________________________

PROPERTY ADDRESS: _____________________________________________________________

1. Term

Lease begins on _____________ and ends on _____________, a term of ______ months.

2. Rent

Monthly rent: $ due on the ______ day of each month.

Late fee: $ if rent received after ______ days.

3. Security Deposit

Deposit amount: $ due at signing. Returned within ______ days of lease end, minus damages or unpaid rent.

4. Utilities

Tenant pays: ☑ Electricity ☐ Gas ☐ Water ☐ Sewer ☐ Trash ☐ Internet

Landlord pays: _______________________________________

5. Occupants

Only the following persons may occupy: _______________________________________

6. Pets

☐ No pets allowed �Allowed with deposit of $______

Pet addendum required if pets approved.

7. Maintenance

Tenant maintains home in good condition. Reported repairs within ______ days.

Landlord handles: HVAC, plumbing, appliances unless caused by tenant negligence.

8. Alterations

No modifications without written consent. Tenant may not drill holes or paint without approval.

9. Right of Entry

Landlord may enter with ______ hours notice for inspections or repairs. Emergency entry allowed.

10. Assignment/Subletting

Tenant may not assign or sublet without landlord written consent.

11. Insurance

Tenant liability insurance recommended. Landlord insurance does not cover tenant belongings.

12. Quiet Enjoyment

Tenant may occupy peacefully. Disturbances may be grounds for lease termination.

13. Default

Failure to pay rent or violates lease gives landlord right to terminate. ______ days to cure.

14. Governing Law

This lease follows state law of _______________________________________

15. Entire Agreement

This document is the full agreement. Changes must be in writing and signed.

Signatures

Landlord Signature
Date: _____________
Tenant Signature
Date: _____________
Disclaimer: This is a basic template. Consult a real estate attorney for your specific state laws. Many states require additional disclosures.