Rental Lease Layout
I. PARTIES TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT
This Lease Agreement ("Agreement") is made and entered into by and between [YOUR NAME] ("Landlord"), and [TENANT NAME] ("Tenant").
II. PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
The Landlord agrees to rent the following described property ("Premises") to the Tenant: [PROPERTY ADDRESS]
III. TERM OF THE LEASE
The lease term will begin on [START DATE] and end on [END DATE], unless terminated earlier in accordance with the provisions of this Lease Agreement.
IV. RENTAL PAYMENTS
RENT AMOUNT: The monthly rent for the Premises is [RENT AMOUNT].
DUE DATE: Rent is due on the [DAY] of each month.
PAYMENT METHOD: Payments shall be made to [PAYMENT METHOD].
LATE FEE: If rent is not paid by the [LATE FEE DUE DATE], a late fee of [LATE FEE AMOUNT] will be charged.
V. SECURITY DEPOSIT
DEPOSIT AMOUNT: The Tenant agrees to pay a security deposit of [SECURITY DEPOSIT AMOUNT].
RETURN OF DEPOSIT: The security deposit will be returned within [DAYS] days after the termination of the Lease, subject to any deductions for damages or unpaid rent.
VI. USE OF PREMISES
The Premises shall be used for [RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL PURPOSES] only. Tenant agrees not to use the property for any illegal purposes or in any manner that would violate local laws and ordinances.
VII. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
TENANT RESPONSIBILITIES: The Tenant agrees to maintain the Premises in a clean and sanitary condition and perform minor repairs as necessary.
LANDLORD RESPONSIBILITIES: The Landlord shall be responsible for repairs to the structure and major systems (e.g., plumbing, electrical) unless damage is caused by Tenant's misuse.
VIII. PET POLICY
[ALLOW/DISALLOW] pets on the Premises. If pets are allowed, a [PET DEPOSIT AMOUNT] pet deposit is required, and the Tenant agrees to comply with the pet policy as specified by the Landlord.
IX. UTILITIES AND SERVICES
The Tenant is responsible for paying the following utilities and services:
[UTILITY 1]
[UTILITY 2]
[UTILITY 3]
The Landlord will be responsible for:
X. INSURANCE
The Tenant is encouraged to maintain renters' insurance to cover personal property. The Landlord’s insurance will cover the building structure but not Tenant’s belongings.
XI. TERMINATION OF THE LEASE
EARLY TERMINATION: Either party may terminate this Lease by providing [NOTICE PERIOD] notice in writing.
CONDITIONS FOR TERMINATION: Tenant must return the Premises in good condition, except for normal wear and tear.
XII. GOVERNING LAW
This Lease Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [STATE].
XIII. ADDITIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
[ANY ADDITIONAL TERMS]
XIV. Signatures
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.
LANDLORD:
[YOUR NAME]
[DATE SIGNED]
TENANT:
[TENANT NAME]
[DATE SIGNED]
