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
Date: _____________
Date: _____________