Rental Agreement Sample

Residential Lease Agreement

This Residential Lease Agreement ("Lease") is made and entered into this [Date] by and between:

Landlord: Name: [Landlord's Full Name]
Address: [Landlord's Address]
Phone: [Landlord's Phone Number]
Email: [Landlord's Email Address]

Tenant: Name: [Tenant's Full Name]
Address: [Tenant's Current Address]
Phone: [Tenant's Phone Number]
Email: [Tenant's Email Address]

Premises: The premises leased is located at [Rental Property Address], consisting of [Description of Property, e.g., "a 2-bedroom apartment"].

Term: The lease term will commence on [Start Date] and will terminate on [End Date], unless terminated sooner in accordance with the terms of this Lease.

Rent: The monthly rent for the premises is [Monthly Rent Amount] payable in advance on the first day of each month. Rent shall be paid to [Landlord's Name] at the address specified above or any other address designated by the Landlord in writing.

Security Deposit: The Tenant shall deposit with the Landlord the sum of [Security Deposit Amount] as security for the performance of the Tenant's obligations under this Lease. The deposit will be returned to the Tenant, without interest, after the termination of this Lease and upon the fulfillment of all Tenant's obligations, subject to applicable deductions.

Utilities: The Tenant will be responsible for the payment of all utilities, including but not limited to water, gas, electricity, and internet, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

Use of Premises: The premises shall be used and occupied by the Tenant exclusively as a private single-family dwelling, and no part of the premises shall be used at any time during the term of this Lease by Tenant for the purpose of carrying on any business, profession, or trade of any kind.

Maintenance and Repairs: The Tenant shall keep and maintain the premises in a clean and sanitary condition. The Tenant will be responsible for all repairs due to damage caused by their negligence or misuse.

Alterations: The Tenant shall not, without the prior written consent of the Landlord, make any alterations, additions, or improvements to the premises.

Pets: [Choose one: "No pets shall be allowed on the premises." or "Pets are allowed upon the Landlord's approval and subject to a pet deposit of [Pet Deposit Amount]."]

Termination: Upon the expiration of the term, this Lease shall automatically renew on a month-to-month basis unless either party provides a [Notice Period] written notice of intention to terminate the Lease.

Default: In the event of a default by the Tenant, the Landlord may terminate this Lease and take possession of the premises by any lawful means.

Governing Law: This Lease shall be governed by, construed, and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of [State Name].

Entire Agreement: This Lease constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes any prior understanding or representation of any kind preceding the date of this Lease.

Amendments: This Lease may be modified only by a written agreement signed by both Landlord and Tenant.

Signatures:

Landlord: ___________________________ Date: ___________
[Tenant's Full Name]: ___________________________ Date: ___________

Witnesses:

Witness: ___________________________ Date: ___________
Witness: ___________________________ Date: ___________

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This document is a sample template and should be customized to fit specific circumstances. It is advisable to consult with a legal professional to ensure compliance with local laws and regulations.