Lease Templates

Free, customizable lease agreements for residential and commercial properties

Available Templates

Residential Lease

5 pages

Standard residential lease agreement for apartments and houses

Month-to-Month Lease

3 pages

Flexible short-term rental agreement with month-to-month terms

Commercial Lease

8 pages

Lease agreement for office, retail, or other commercial spaces

Roommate Agreement

4 pages

Agreement between roommates sharing a rental property

Sublease Agreement

5 pages

Template for subleasing part or all of a rental property

Pet Lease Addendum

2 pages

Addendum specifying pet policies and deposits

Important Lease Terms to Know

Rental Terms

Lease Term

Duration of the lease agreement (typically 6-12 months)

Rent Amount

Monthly rental payment and due date

Security Deposit

Refundable deposit held for property damages

Late Fees

Penalties for late rent payments

Tenant Responsibilities

Maintenance

Tenant duties to maintain the property

Utilities

Which utilities are tenant vs. landlord responsibility

Occupancy Rules

Number of occupants and guest policies

Pets

Pet policies and additional pet deposits

Landlord Rights

Entry Rights

When landlord can access the property

Repairs

Landlord responsibility for maintenance and repairs

Rent Increases

Rules for raising rent and notice requirements

Eviction

Grounds and procedures for lease termination

Lease Termination

Notice Period

Required notice to end lease (typically 30-60 days)

Renewal Options

Terms for renewing or terminating at lease end

Early Termination

Penalties for breaking lease early

Move-Out Inspection

Process for returning property and deposit refund

How to Customize Your Lease

1

Download Template

Select the lease type that matches your situation.

2

Fill in Details

Add property info, names, dates, and financial terms.

3

Customize Clauses

Modify terms to match your specific situation.

4

Legal Review

Have an attorney review before signing (recommended).

Lease Best Practices

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Be Specific

Include detailed property descriptions, move-in dates, and all financial terms. Ambiguity leads to disputes.

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Get Professional Review

Have a lawyer review the lease to ensure compliance with local laws and to protect your interests.

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Document Condition

Include move-in and move-out inspection procedures with photo documentation to avoid deposit disputes.

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Comply with Laws

Ensure the lease complies with federal, state, and local tenant laws and fair housing regulations.