Residential Lease Agreement Generator
Fill in the landlord, tenant, property and rent details to build a clean residential lease agreement. Choose a fixed term or month-to-month, set the deposit, late fees and included utilities, toggle pets, then copy, download as a .txt file, or print to sign.
How to make a lease agreement
- Enter the landlord and tenant names, the property address, and the monthly rent.
- Pick a fixed term or month-to-month, set the deposit, late fee, utilities and pet rule.
- Review the live preview, then copy, download the .txt, or print it for both parties to sign.
Examples
Fixed-term lease with a no-pets clause
landlord: Jane Doe, tenant: John Smith, 742 Evergreen Terrace, rent: 1,500/mo, deposit: 1,500, term: Jul 1 2026 to Jun 30 2027, pets: no, late fee: 75 after 5 days
RESIDENTIAL LEASE AGREEMENT 1. Parties This Residential Lease Agreement (the "Agreement") is made between Jane Doe (the "Landlord") and John Smith (the "Tenant").
Frequently asked questions
Is my lease data sent to a server?
No. The document is built entirely in your browser with JavaScript. Nothing you type about the landlord, tenant, address, rent, or deposit is uploaded, logged, or stored, so it is safe for private details.
Is this a real legal document or just a template?
It is a plain-language template, not legal advice. It covers the parties, property, term, rent, deposit, late fees, utilities, pets, maintenance, use, termination, and signatures, which is what most residential rentals need. Landlord-tenant law varies by state and city, so review the wording and have a local attorney check it before you sign.
What is the difference between a fixed-term and month-to-month lease?
A fixed-term lease runs between set start and end dates, for example one year. A month-to-month tenancy has a start date and then renews each month until either side gives notice, usually at least 30 days in writing. Pick whichever matches your arrangement and the term clause updates to match.
How do the late fee and grace period work?
Set a flat late fee and the number of grace days after the due date. The lease then states that if rent is not received within that window, the tenant owes the late fee on top of the rent. Leave the fee at zero and the lease simply notes that late rent lets the landlord pursue its other remedies.
Can I list which utilities the landlord pays?
Yes. Tick the utilities the landlord covers, such as water, sewer, or trash, and they are listed in the utilities clause. Anything you leave unticked is the tenant's responsibility. If none are selected, the lease states the tenant pays for all utilities.
Can I download or print the lease?
Yes. You can copy the text, download it as a plain .txt file to keep or email, or use the print button to save it as a PDF through your browser's print dialog. After printing, both the landlord and tenant sign the signature lines by hand.
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