Free House Rental Contract Template
House Rental Contract
This House Rental Contract (“Contract”) is entered into this [DATE] (the “Effective Date”) by and between [YOUR NAME] (the “Landlord”) and [TENANT'S NAME] (the “Tenant”).
1. Property Identification
The property to be rented under this Agreement is located at [PROPERTY ADDRESS], including any personal property located thereon (the “Property”).
2. Term
The initial term of this Agreement begins on [START DATE] and ends on [END DATE]. After the initial term, this Agreement will automatically renew on a month-to-month basis until terminated by either Party upon [NUMBER OF DAYS] days' written notice.
3. Rent
The monthly rent for the Property is [RENT AMOUNT], payable on the first day of each calendar month. Rent payments shall be made by [SPECIFY METHOD OF PAYMENT], such as direct bank transfer, cashier's check, or another agreed-upon method. The Tenant agrees to provide the Landlord with all necessary information to facilitate the chosen payment method. Any changes to the method of payment must be communicated and agreed upon in writing by both parties.
4. Security Deposit
Upon execution of this Agreement, Tenant will deposit with Landlord the sum of [SECURITY DEPOSIT] as security for any damage caused to the Property during the term of this Agreement. The security deposit will be returned to the Tenant within [NUMBER OF DAYS] days after the termination of this Agreement, less any deductions for damages beyond ordinary wear and tear.
5. Use of Property
The property shall be used for residential purposes only. The Tenant will comply with all laws, ordinances, and rules affecting the use and occupancy of the Property. Subleasing or assignment of the Property without the Landlord's written consent is strictly prohibited.
6. Repair and Maintenance
The Tenant will keep the Property in a clean, sanitary, and good condition throughout the tenancy. Routine maintenance and minor repairs shall be the responsibility of the Tenant. The Landlord will be responsible for major repairs resulting from normal wear and tear.
7. Insurance
Tenant will maintain adequate liability insurance covering personal injury and property damage, and will provide Landlord with evidence of this insurance upon Landlord’s request.
8. Default
If Tenant fails to comply with any of the material provisions of this Agreement, or of any present rules and regulations governing the Property, Landlord may terminate this Agreement upon providing proper notice to Tenant.
9. Termination
Upon termination of this Agreement, Tenant will return the Property and all property of Landlord in a clean and good condition, subject to normal wear and tear.
10. Government Law
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed by the laws of [STATE/COUNTRY], without regard to conflicts of law principles.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first above written.
[YOUR COMPANY NAME]
[DATE SIGNED]
[TENANT'S NAME]
[DATE SIGNED]
