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Apartment Lease Agreement

Standard residential lease agreement for apartment rentals.

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# RESIDENTIAL LEASE AGREEMENT

**Lease Date:** {{lease_date}}

This Residential Lease Agreement ("Lease") is made between:

**Landlord:**
{{landlord_name}}
{{landlord_address}}
{{landlord_phone}}
{{landlord_email}}

**Tenant(s):**
{{tenant_name}}
{{tenant_phone}}
{{tenant_email}}

## 1. PROPERTY

Landlord agrees to rent to Tenant the property located at:

{{property_address}}
Unit/Apt: {{unit_number}}

The property includes: {{property_description}}

## 2. LEASE TERM

This Lease shall begin on {{start_date}} and end on {{end_date}}, for a total term of {{lease_term_months}} months.

## 3. RENT

**Monthly Rent:** ${{monthly_rent}}

Rent is due on the {{rent_due_day}} day of each month. Rent shall be paid to Landlord at the address above or via {{payment_method}}.

**Late Fee:** If rent is not received by the {{late_fee_day}} day of the month, Tenant agrees to pay a late fee of ${{late_fee_amount}}.

## 4. SECURITY DEPOSIT

Upon signing this Lease, Tenant shall pay a security deposit of ${{security_deposit}}.

The security deposit will be held by Landlord and returned within {{deposit_return_days}} days after Tenant vacates the property, less any deductions for:

- Unpaid rent
- Damages beyond normal wear and tear
- Cleaning costs if property is not left in clean condition
- Other charges as permitted by law

## 5. UTILITIES

The following utilities are included in the rent:
{{included_utilities}}

Tenant is responsible for the following utilities:
{{tenant_utilities}}

## 6. OCCUPANTS

The property shall be occupied only by the following persons:
{{authorized_occupants}}

No other persons may reside at the property without Landlord's prior written consent.

## 7. PETS

{{#if pets_allowed}}
Pets are permitted with the following restrictions:
{{pet_restrictions}}

Pet deposit: ${{pet_deposit}}
Monthly pet rent: ${{pet_rent}}
{{/if}}

{{#unless pets_allowed}}
No pets are allowed on the property without Landlord's prior written consent.
{{/unless}}

## 8. TENANT OBLIGATIONS

Tenant agrees to:

- Pay rent on time
- Keep the property clean and sanitary
- Dispose of garbage properly
- Not disturb neighbors or other tenants
- Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
- Not make alterations without Landlord's written consent
- Allow Landlord reasonable access for repairs and inspections
- Report maintenance issues promptly

## 9. LANDLORD OBLIGATIONS

Landlord agrees to:

- Maintain the property in habitable condition
- Make necessary repairs within a reasonable time
- Comply with all building and housing codes
- Provide {{notice_hours}} hours notice before entering the property, except in emergencies

## 10. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS

Tenant shall promptly notify Landlord of any needed repairs. Tenant is responsible for repairs necessitated by Tenant's negligence or misuse.

## 11. TERMINATION

Either party may terminate this Lease at the end of the term by providing {{termination_notice_days}} days written notice.

Early termination by Tenant requires {{early_termination_notice}} days notice and payment of {{early_termination_fee}}.

## 12. DEFAULT

If Tenant fails to pay rent or violates any term of this Lease, Landlord may pursue all legal remedies including eviction.

## 13. GOVERNING LAW

This Lease shall be governed by the laws of {{governing_state}}.

## 14. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This Lease constitutes the entire agreement between the parties. Any modifications must be in writing and signed by both parties.

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**LANDLORD**

Signature: {{landlord_signature}}

Name: {{landlord_signer_name}}

Date: {{landlord_sign_date}}

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**TENANT**

Signature: {{tenant_signature}}

Name: {{tenant_signer_name}}

Date: {{tenant_sign_date}}

Template Variables

This template uses the following variables. When you create a contract from this template, you'll fill in values for each one.

{{authorized_occupants}}{{deposit_return_days}}{{early_termination_fee}}{{early_termination_notice}}{{end_date}}{{governing_state}}{{included_utilities}}{{landlord_address}}{{landlord_email}}{{landlord_name}}{{landlord_phone}}{{landlord_sign_date}}{{landlord_signature}}{{landlord_signer_name}}{{late_fee_amount}}{{late_fee_day}}{{lease_date}}{{lease_term_months}}{{monthly_rent}}{{notice_hours}}{{payment_method}}{{pet_deposit}}{{pet_rent}}{{pet_restrictions}}{{property_address}}{{property_description}}{{rent_due_day}}{{security_deposit}}{{start_date}}{{tenant_email}}{{tenant_name}}{{tenant_phone}}{{tenant_sign_date}}{{tenant_signature}}{{tenant_signer_name}}{{tenant_utilities}}{{termination_notice_days}}{{unit_number}}

How to Use This Template

  1. Create a free APISign account (20 free contracts, no card)
  2. In Templates, choose Create Template, then Browse Template Library, and pick this template
  3. Check each variable's type on the Variables tab and save
  4. Create a contract from it, fill in the values and send it

Or copy the content above and use it anywhere. See Creating Templates for how variables and signature fields work.

Disclaimer: This template is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult with a qualified attorney before using any legal document.