Lease Agreement Templates

Rent property with clarity and fairness. These Lease Agreement templates cover rent, term, deposits, repairs, access, inspections, and default remedies in plain English. Each template is a Word (.docx) download with a professional cover page. Use them for apartments, offices, retail units, or storage. Pick a template below and customize for your property, local rules, and any add-ons like parking or pets. The goal: fewer disputes and a clear record of who pays for what - and when.

What A Lease Agreement Secures

It records the deal between landlord and tenant, prevents misunderstandings about money and maintenance, and sets move-in/move-out rules.

Best Situations For These Templates

Residential or commercial rentals, renewals with new terms, or converting a handshake arrangement into a written contract.

Clauses To Tailor First

  • Rent, increases, deposits, fees

  • Repairs & maintenance split

  • Use limits, subletting, guests

  • Inspections, insurance, and access

  • Defaults, notices, and remedies

FAQs

Can rent be raised mid-term?

Only if the lease and local law allow. Otherwise, adjust at renewal.

Who pays for major repairs?

Allocate clearly (e.g., structure/roof vs. appliances/interiors).

Are pets allowed?

State policy, limits, deposits/fees, and damage rules.

Can tenants sublet?

Allow or restrict; set approval conditions and notice timelines.

How much notice to end the lease?

Match local law and your lease type (fixed term vs. month-to-month).

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