Standard Lease Format

This Lease Agreement ("Agreement") is made and entered into on this [DATE] by and between [YOUR NAME], ("Lessor"), and [LESSEE NAME], ("Lessee").

I. PREMISES

Lessor agrees to lease to Lessee the following described property (the "Premises"):
[ADDRESS OF PREMISES]

This property is located in [CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE].

II. TERM OF LEASE

The term of this lease shall begin on [START DATE] and end on [END DATE].

III. RENT

1. The monthly rent for the Premises is [RENT AMOUNT].

2. Rent is due on the [DUE DAY] of each month, beginning on [START DATE].

3. Payments must be made to:
   [YOUR NAME]
   [ADDRESS FOR PAYMENT]
   [YOUR EMAIL]

IV. SECURITY DEPOSIT

1. A security deposit in the amount of [DEPOSIT AMOUNT] is due upon signing of this lease.

2. This deposit will be refunded within [NUMBER OF DAYS] days after the lease term ends, less any deductions for damages or unpaid rent.

V. USE OF PREMISES

The Premises shall be used solely for residential purposes and shall not be used for any unlawful activity. Lessee agrees not to make any alterations, improvements, or changes to the Premises without the written consent of the Lessor.

VI. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

1. Lessee agrees to keep the Premises in good condition and promptly notify the Lessor of any required repairs.

2. Lessor is responsible for the repair of major structural issues, such as the roof, plumbing, and electrical systems.

3. Lessee is responsible for maintaining the interior of the Premises, including cleaning and minor repairs.

VII. UTILITIES

Lessee shall be responsible for paying the following utilities:

• [UTILITY NAME]

• [UTILITY NAME]

• [UTILITY NAME]

Lessor will cover the following utilities:

• [UTILITY NAME]

VIII. PET POLICY

Lessee [IS/IS NOT] permitted to have pets on the Premises. If pets are allowed, Lessee agrees to pay an additional pet deposit of [AMOUNT].

IX. INSURANCE

Lessee is required to obtain renter’s insurance for the duration of the lease term. The Lessor is not responsible for any damage or loss to Lessee’s personal property.

X. TERMINATION

1. Lessee may terminate this lease before the end of the term with [NUMBER OF DAYS] days' written notice, subject to any penalties or fees stated in this lease.

2. Lessor may terminate this lease with [NUMBER OF DAYS] days' written notice if the Lessee violates the terms of this Agreement.

XI. INSPECTION OF PREMISES

Lessor reserves the right to inspect the Premises at reasonable times during the lease term with prior notice to Lessee.

XII. GOVERNING LAW

This Lease Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state of [STATE].

XIII. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the parties and supersedes all prior discussions and agreements, whether written or oral, related to the Premises.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Lease Agreement on the date first above written.

LESSOR:
Signature: ___________________________
Name: [YOUR NAME]
Date: ________________________________

LESSEE:
Signature: ___________________________
Name: [LESSEE NAME]
Date: ________________________________

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