🏠 Rental Agreement Template — Free Template

A standard residential lease agreement between landlord and tenant.

Who needs this

Landlords renting residential property in the United States.

What it covers

• Premises & term
• Rent & deposit
• Utilities & maintenance
• Tenant obligations
• Pet policy
• Termination

Template clauses

1. Premises

The Landlord rents to the Tenant the premises located at [PROPERTY ADDRESS] (the "Premises") for residential use only.

2. Term

The lease term begins on [START DATE] and ends on [END DATE]. After expiration, the lease shall convert to month-to-month unless renewed in writing or terminated with thirty (30) days notice.

3. Rent

The Tenant shall pay rent of $[AMOUNT] per month, due on the first day of each month. Payment may be made by [METHOD]. Rent received after the fifth (5th) of the month shall incur a late fee of $[AMOUNT].

4. Security Deposit

The Tenant has paid a security deposit of $[AMOUNT], which the Landlord shall hold to cover damages beyond normal wear and tear. The deposit shall be returned within thirty (30) days of move-out, less any deductions, with an itemized statement.

5. Utilities

The Tenant is responsible for: {{tenant_utilities}}. The Landlord is responsible for: {{landlord_utilities}}.

6. Maintenance & Repairs

The Tenant shall maintain the Premises in clean, sanitary condition and shall promptly notify the Landlord of needed repairs. The Landlord is responsible for major repairs and habitability issues. The Tenant shall pay for damage caused by their negligence or misuse.

7. Use of Premises

The Tenant shall use the Premises only as a private residence. No commercial activity, illegal activity, or excessive noise. The Tenant shall comply with all applicable laws and any HOA or building rules.

8. Pets

{{#when pets_allowed=yes}}Pets are permitted. An additional pet deposit of $[AMOUNT] applies and the Tenant shall be liable for any pet-related damage.{{/when}}{{#when pets_allowed=no}}Pets are not permitted.{{/when}}

9. Subletting & Assignment

The Tenant may not sublet or assign this lease without the Landlord's prior written consent.

10. Termination & Default

If the Tenant fails to pay rent or breaches this lease, the Landlord may terminate after providing written notice as required by applicable law. Upon termination, the Tenant shall vacate and surrender the Premises in clean condition.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the Effective Date written above.

[PARTY A NAME]
Signature: __________________________
Date: ______________

[PARTY B NAME]
Signature: __________________________
Date: ______________

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