Residential Lease Agreement Template

This Lease Agreement is a comprehensive, fixed-term residential lease between a Lessor and Lessee, ideal for landlords who want airtight coverage of deposits, maintenance duties and default remedies. Its 31 numbered clauses spell out everything from the rent schedule and damage deposit to a detailed 12-point maintenance checklist, hold-over tenancy, pet policy, late charges and attorneys' fees. All amounts use matched words-and-figures fields for a professional finish, and notice and grace periods are fully adjustable. The currency and governing law are configurable, making this a flexible lease for any jurisdiction.

What's included:

- Term, rent schedule and installment details with words-and-figures amounts

- Refundable security/damage deposit and pet deposit (with non-refundable portion)

- Use-of-premises, condition, assignment/subletting and alterations clauses

- 12-item maintenance and repair checklist plus hazardous-materials and utilities terms

- Default, late charge, abandonment, indemnification and hold-over provisions

- Configurable notice and grace periods, governing-law clause, and a witnessed signing block

Best for: Landlords, property owners and managers who need a detailed, deposit-heavy lease with strong default and maintenance terms.