Residential Lease Agreement

A straightforward residential lease covering the essentials landlords and tenants need in writing: term, rent, deposit, utilities, maintenance and house rules.

What’s Included

Property and party details, lease term, rent and deposit amounts, utility responsibility, occupancy and pet clauses, maintenance duties and signature blocks.

Important

This is a general-purpose template written in plain English, not an official government form. Requirements vary by state and country — review it, adapt it to your situation, and have a qualified professional check it before relying on it for anything significant.