RESIDENTIAL LEASE AGREEMENT
THIS RESIDENTIAL LEASE AGREEMENT (the “Lease”) is entered into this [Day, Month, Year], by and between [Landlord’s Full Legal Name], with an address of [Landlord’s Full Address] (the “Landlord”), and [Tenant’s Full Legal Name], with an address of [Tenant’s Full Address] (the “Tenant”).TERM
The initial term of this Lease will begin on [Start Date], and will end on [End Date].RENT
Tenant will pay Landlord [Monthly Rent] per month, due on the 1st day of each calendar month.SECURITY DEPOSIT
Upon execution of this Lease, Tenant will deposit with Landlord the sum of [Security Deposit] as security for any damage caused to the premises during the term hereof.USE OF PROPERTY
The property shall be used for residential purposes only.REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE
Tenant will keep the premises in clean, sanitary, and good condition.INSURANCE
Tenant will maintain adequate insurance to cover all personal property located on the property.DEFAULT
If Tenant fails to comply with any of the material provisions of this Lease, or of any present rules and regulations governing the premises, Landlord may terminate this Lease upon providing proper notice to Tenant.GOVERNING LAW
This Lease shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state of California.ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This Lease contains the complete agreement between Landlord and Tenant and cannot be changed except by written agreement.SIGNATURES
LANDLORD: [Landlord’s Legal Name] ________ Date: ________ TENANT: [Tenant’s Legal Name] ________ Date: ________ This Lease Agreement follows all rules and regulations set forth by the California Civil Code and the California Department of Real Estate. Any dispute arising from this agreement would be handled in the county of [Landlord’s County], California.Download Contract
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