Apartment Lease Contract
Apartment Lease Contract
This Apartment Lease Contract ("Lease") is entered into on [Date], between [Your Name], hereinafter referred to as "Landlord," and [Tenant's Name], hereinafter referred to as "Tenant," collectively referred to as the "Parties."
I. Property Information
The Premises is located at [Apartment Address]. The Tenant acknowledges that they have inspected the Premises and accepts its current condition, subject to any agreed-upon repairs or alterations to be made by the Landlord.
II. Term of Lease
The Lease shall commence on [start date] and shall continue for twelve (12) months, ending on [end date]. The Tenant shall vacate the Premises upon the expiration of the Lease term unless otherwise agreed upon in writing by both parties.
III. Rent and Payments
3.1 Monthly Rent: Tenant agrees to pay to Landlord the sum of [Rent Amount] as rent for the Premises. Rent shall be due and payable in advance on the [Due Date] of each calendar month.
3.2 Late Payment: If rent is not paid within [Number of Days] days of the due date, Tenant shall pay a late fee of [Late Fee Amount].
IV. Security Deposit
Upon signing this Lease, the Tenant shall deposit with the Landlord the sum of [security deposit amount] as security for the performance of the Tenant's obligations hereunder. The security deposit shall be refundable subject to the terms and conditions of this Lease and applicable law.
V. Utilities and Services
The Tenant shall be responsible for the payment of all utilities and services, including but not limited to electricity, gas, water, sewer, and trash removal, unless otherwise specified in writing by the Landlord.
VI. Responsibilities
6.1 Tenant Responsibilities
(a) The Tenant shall maintain the Premises in a clean and sanitary condition.
(b) The Tenant shall promptly notify the Landlord of any necessary repairs or maintenance issues.
(c) The Tenant shall comply with all rules and regulations of the building or complex in which the Premises are located.
6.2 Landlord Responsibilities
(a) The Landlord shall provide and maintain the Premises in a habitable condition.
(b) The Landlord shall make necessary repairs and maintenance to the Premises, excluding those caused by the Tenant's negligence or misuse.
(c) The Landlord shall respect the Tenant's right to quiet enjoyment of the Premises.
VII. Termination and Renewal
Upon expiration of the Lease, the Tenant may renew the Lease for an additional term subject to mutual agreement between the parties. Either party may terminate this Lease upon written notice to the other party at least [number of days] days before the desired termination date.
VIII. Additional Terms and Conditions
8.1 Pets Policy: Pets are allowed on the Premises subject to the prior written consent of the Landlord and payment of a pet deposit.
8.2 Subletting Policy: Tenant shall not sublet the Premises or assign this Lease without the prior written consent of Landlord.
IX. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
This Lease shall be governed by and construed by the laws of [State/Country]. Any legal action arising out of or relating to this Lease shall be brought in the courts of [Jurisdiction].
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Lease as of the date first above written.
[Your Name]
Landlord
[Date Signed]
[Tenant's Name]
Tenant
[Date Signed]
