A basic fixed-term residential lease between a landlord and tenant — rent, deposit, utilities, and house rules.
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This Residential Lease Agreement ("Lease") is entered into as of [Effective Date] between [Landlord Name] ("Landlord") and [Tenant Name] ("Tenant") for the property located at [Property Address] (the "Premises").
The Lease begins on [Start Date] and ends on [End Date] (the "Term"), unless earlier terminated in accordance with this Lease or renewed by written agreement of both parties.
Tenant agrees to pay Landlord rent of [Amount] per month, due on the [Day] of each month. Rent may be paid by [Accepted Payment Methods]. A late fee of [Amount] applies to rent received more than [Number] days after the due date.
Tenant will pay a security deposit of [Amount] before move-in, to be held by Landlord and returned within the timeframe required by [State / Jurisdiction] law, less any lawful deductions for unpaid rent or damage beyond normal wear and tear.
Tenant is responsible for the following utilities: [List]. Landlord is responsible for: [List].
The Premises will be used solely as a private residence for Tenant and the following occupants: [Names]. Subletting is not permitted without Landlord’s prior written consent.
Landlord is responsible for maintaining the Premises in a habitable condition. Tenant agrees to promptly notify Landlord of any needed repairs and to avoid causing damage beyond normal wear and tear.
[Pets are / are not] permitted on the Premises. [If permitted: subject to a pet deposit of [Amount] and any restrictions described here.]
Either party may end a month-to-month tenancy with [Number] days’ written notice, or as otherwise required by [State / Jurisdiction] law. Early termination of a fixed-term Lease is subject to [Terms].
This Lease is governed by the laws of the State of [State / Jurisdiction].
Landlord Signature: _______________________ Date: _______________
Tenant Signature: _______________________ Date: _______________
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