Residential Lease Agreement Form

What type of lease is this?

Apartment

Single-Family Home

Condominium

Other (describe)

What is the type of property?

E.g., townhouse, cooperative, duplex, etc.

Which best describes the property?

Standard Lease (fixed term)Month-to-Month Lease

When does the lease start?

When does the lease end?

Move-out date.

Upon days' notice to terminate the month-to-month tenancy

30 days is most common, but it can be any period as agreed by the landlord and tenant.

How many bedrooms?

Bedroom(s)

A bedroom is a private room used for sleeping.

How many bathrooms?

Bathroom(s)

A half bathroom (0.5) has a toilet or shower/tub. A full bathroom (1.0) includes both.

Is the property located in the city of Los Angeles?

YesNo

If it is, the necessary disclosures will be added to this lease.

What is the rental property address?

Street Address

Address Line 2

City

State

ZIP Code

What is the landlord's name?

A landlord is the owner or manager of the property.

Do you want to enter the landlord's address?

YesNo, I'll add this later

Landlord's Address

Street Address

Address Line 2

City

State

ZIP Code

How many tenants?

Tenant(s)

A tenant is a person who rents and occupies property under this lease agreement.

Tenant's Name

2nd Tenant's Name

3rd Tenant's Name

4th Tenant's Name

5th Tenant's Name

6th Tenant's Name

7th Tenant's Name

8th Tenant's Name

9th Tenant's Name

10th Tenant's Name

Will the property address be used for notices to the tenant?

Yes (most common)No

If allowed, the landlord can give any type of written notice to the tenant by using the rental property address.

What will be the tenant's address for notices?

Street Address

Address Line 2

City

State

ZIP Code

Are there any occupants?

YesNo

An occupant is a person living in a property but not legally responsible for the lease agreement terms.

What are the Occupant's Names?

Is the property furnished?

YesNo

Furnished means a rental property that includes furniture like beds, sofas, tables, chairs, etc.

Select the furnished areas:

Select the furnished areas: Bathroom(s) - (towels, rugs, shower curtains)Bedroom(s) (mattress, frame, nightstand)Dining room (dining table, chairs)Kitchen (cutlery, dishes, pots)Living room (sofa, table, TV, carpets)Other

Enter the furniture:

Does the property have appliances?

YesNo

An appliance is a household device such as a refrigerator, oven, microwave, washer, dryer, etc.

Select appliances:

Select appliances: Air conditioner(s)DishwasherMicrowaveHeating unitsRefrigeratorSmoke/carbon monoxide detectorsStove/OvenWasher (laundry)Dryer (laundry)Other

Enter the appliances:

What is the monthly rent?

$/ month

When is rent due?

day of each month

Add the acceptable payment methods?

YesNo, I'll add this later

Select payment methods:

Select payment methods: ACH (electronic bank transfer)CashCheckPayPalVenmoZelleOther

What is the landlord's PayPal e-mail?

What is the landlord's Venmo e-mail or username?

What is the landlord's Zelle e-mail or phone number?

Write the acceptable payment methods:

Is a security deposit required?

YesNo

A security deposit is a sum of money paid by a tenant to a landlord to cover potential damages or unpaid rent.

Is the security deposit equal to one month's rent?

Is the security deposit equal to one month's rent? Yes (most common)No

California Law

Allows a maximum of one month's rent. However, the landlord can ask for two months' rent if:

(i) The landlord is a natural person or a limited liability company in which all members are natural persons; and

(ii) The landlord owns no more than two residential rental properties that collectively include no more than four dwelling units offered for rent.

What is the security deposit amount?

When is the security deposit to be returned to the tenant?

The maximum time period required under California law.Custom timeframe.

This refers to after the lease has terminated. The number of days the landlord has to return the security deposit back to the tenant (commonly is 30 days).

How many days must the security deposit be returned to the tenant?

days

30 days is the most common timeframe.

Is the tenant allowed to move-in before the start date?

YesNo

When can the tenant move-in?

Will the tenant be required to pay pro-rated rent?

Will the tenant be required to pay pro-rated rent? YesNo

If a tenant is allowed to move-in early, it is common for the tenant to pay rent, in the pro-rated amount, for the length of the stay. This is calculated by getting the monthly rent and dividing by 30 days and using the per day amount ($/day) + the number of days the tenant is moving in early.

Example: Rent is $1,500/month. Divide by 30 days which is $50/day. If the tenant is allowed to move in 5 days early, it would be $250 in pro-rated rent.

What is the pro-rated rent amount?

Is the tenant required to prepay rent?

YesNo

This does not include the first month's rent, which is due when signing this lease.

What is the pre-payment rent amount?

Prepayment Period

Start Date

End Date

Is there a late fee? (if rent is not paid on time)

YesNo

Under California law, a late fee must be "reasonable." Los Angeles county for example has deemed 5% of the monthly rent amount to be a "reasonable" fee.

How is the late fee calculated?

How is the late fee calculated? Fixed Amount ($)Interest (%) on unpaid rent

What is the late fee amount?

How is the late fee applied?

How is the late fee applied? One-timeFor each day rent is late.

What is the interest rate for the rent owed?

What is the interest rate for the rent owed? Maximum interest rate allowed under law.Custom rate (%)

What is the percentage?

Often between 5% to 10% of the rent amount.

Is there an NSF fee?

YesNo

A non-sufficient funds (NSF) fee is charged when the tenant pays with a dishonored check.

What is the NSF fee?

What is the NSF fee? Maximum amount allowed under law.Fixed amount ($)

What is the NSF fee?

Are there any common areas?

YesNo

Common areas are shared spaces in buildings or communities, like lobbies, lounges, gyms, pools, gardens, and hallways.

Describe the common areas:

Is parking included?

YesNo

If the landlord provides parking, either on the property or off-site.

How many parking spaces are provided?

parking space(s)

Does the landlord charge a parking fee?

YesNo

How much is the parking fee?

How is the fee paid?

How is the fee paid? One-time fee (paid at lease signing)Monthly

Is water included in the monthly rent?

Yes, water is included.No, water is NOT included (attach the Water Submetering Addendum).

This is required to be disclosed under California law.

Will the landlord be responsible for any utilities or services?

YesNo

Utilities and services are essential items such as water, electricity, gas, sewage, trash removal, internet, TV, phone, etc.

Describe the utilities and services the landlord is responsible for:

Are pets allowed on the property?

YesNo

Is a pet deposit required?

Is a pet deposit required? YesNo

What is the pet deposit?

Is the pet deposit refundable?

Is the pet deposit refundable? Yes, if there is no damage at the end of the lease.No, the pet fee is non-refundable.

Are there any pet limitations?

YesNo

Such as number of pets, types, weight limits, etc.

Select which pets are allowed:

Select which pets are allowed: CatsDogsFarm animalsFishGuinea pigsHamstersReptiles (turtles, lizards, etc.)Other

Most landlords only allow cats and dogs.

Describe any other pets:

Is there a maximum number of pets allowed?

Is there a maximum number of pets allowed? YesNo

For smaller residences, there is usually a maximum of 2 pets.

What is the maximum number of pets allowed on the property?

Pet(s)

Is there a weight limit for any single pet?

Is there a weight limit for any single pet? YesNo

It is common, especially for smaller residences, for a weight limit to be required.

What is the pet weight limit?

Pounds

Is a move-in inspection required?

YesNo

If required, the landlord and tenant will need to record the current condition of the property. Both will need to sign and acknowledge any current damage or repairs needed.

Is smoking allowed on the property?

YesNo

It is common for smoking not to be allowed on the property.

Where is smoking allowed?

Where is smoking allowed? Anywhere on the property.Only in specific areas (specify).

Enter where smoking is permitted:

Ex. Only on the outdoor areas such as the balcony.

Is the tenant required to obtain renters insurance?

YesNo

Renters insurance covers a renter's belongings and liability, protecting against theft, damage, and accidents on the property. Many landlords require renters insurance to ensure tenants can cover personal property loss and liability, reducing the landlord's risk.

How much coverage is required?

$100,000 liability coverage is the standard for renters insurance because it provides a balanced level of protection. This amount generally covers the cost of medical bills, legal fees, and damages in the event of an accident or injury in the rental property. It is sufficient for most common liability claims without being excessively expensive for the tenant.

Is the tenant allowed to sublet the property?

YesNo

Subletting is when a tenant rents the property to another person (subtenant), but the tenant remains responsible for the lease terms.

Are there any "authorized individuals" allowed on the property?

YesNo

Such as a property manager, superintendent ("super"), or handyman.

Who is allowed on the property?

In most States, the tenant must be informed of all authorized persons allowed on the property.

Do you want to enter their contact details?

Do you want to enter their contact details? YesNo

It is recommended to give the e-mail and telephone for best tenant communication.

Phone

E-Mail:

Was the property constructed before January 1, 1978?

YesNoI don't know

If yes, then the tenant must receive the "Lead-Based Paint Disclosure" per federal law. If you don't know, it may be best to give to the tenant to be in compliance.

Is there a co-signer to this lease?

YesNo

A co-signer is an individual, other than the tenant, who personally guarantees the successful performance of the lease.

How many co-signers?

Individual(s)

Co-Signer's Name:

Add mailing address?

Add mailing address? YesNo

Co-signer's address:

Street Address

Address Line 2

City

State

ZIP Code

2nd Co-Signer's Name

3rd Co-Signer's Name:

4th Co-Signer's Name

5th Co-Signer's Name

Would the landlord like to include California required disclosures to this lease? (10 total)

Yes, I would like to add now.No, I will add later.

1. Is the landlord exempt from rent increase limits? (AB 1482)

YesNo

Exemptions: (if any apply)

1. Housing that has been issued a certificate of occupancy within the previous 15 years.

2. A duplex in which the owner-occupied one of the units as the owner’s principal place of residence at the beginning of the tenancy, so long as the owner continues in occupancy.

3. Single-family residential property (including a condominium and units in planned developments) provided and residential real property is alienable separate from the title to any other dwelling unit, and (i) the owner is not a real estate investment trust (REIT), (ii) the owner is not a corporation, and (iii) if the owner is a limited liability company, then none of the members of the LLC are corporations.

2. Has the landlord received a demolition permit from the local town office?

YesNo

If the Property has received permission from its respective municipal office to demolish it, such permit(s) must be disclosed to the Tenant before executing this Agreement.

3. Has there been a death on the property in the last 3 years?

YesNo

If there has been a death on the property within the last 3 years, it must be disclosed to the Tenant (except for deaths related to HIV or due to complications with AIDS).

Describe the death on the property:

Describe how the individual died on the property.

4. Do you know if the property is located in a flood area?

YesNo

Use the California Dept. of Water Resources to find out.

5. Has the property ever been treated for mold?

YesNo

6. Is the property within a one mile distance from a current or former military base (ordnance)?

YesNo

If the property is located within one mile of a state or federal ordnance location, the tenant must be notified. An ordnance is defined as an area that was once used for military training purposes, which may contain explosive munitions.

7. Does the landlord have an ongoing contract with a pest control company that services the property?

YesNo

If yes, the landlord must provide a list to the tenant of the pesticides used.

8. Is there an electrical or gas meter shared between the tenant and another property?

YesNo

If the unit has a shared electrical or gas meter, the landlord must mention how the utilities are billed.

Describe how the tenant is billed (for the shared meter):

9. Has the property had an methamphetamine (meth) or fentanyl contamination?

Yes, they are above safe levels while in the process of decontamination.Yes, but falls within safe levels after tests were conducted.No, the landlord has no suspicion and knowledge of contamination.

10. Does the landlord have 10 or more employees?

YesNo

Is the landlord aware of any carcinogenic material on the property?

Is the landlord aware of any carcinogenic material on the property? YesNo

Specifically, carcinogenic materials found in the California Proposition 65 List.

Describe the carcinogenic materials on the property:

Add any additional terms or conditions?

YesNo

If there are any other statements or agreements you would like to add.

Additional terms or conditions:

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California Residential Lease Agreement Form

What type of lease is this?

Which best describes the property?

When does the lease start?

When does the lease end?

How many bedrooms?

How many bathrooms?

Is the property located in the city of Los Angeles?

What is the rental property address?

What is the landlord's name?

Do you want to enter the landlord's address?

How many tenants?

Will the property address be used for notices to the tenant?

What will be the tenant's address for notices?

Are there any occupants?

Is the property furnished?

Does the property have appliances?

What is the monthly rent?

When is rent due?

Add the acceptable payment methods?

Is a security deposit required?

When is the security deposit to be returned to the tenant?

Is the tenant allowed to move-in before the start date?

Is the tenant required to prepay rent?

Prepayment Period

Is there a late fee? (if rent is not paid on time)

Is there an NSF fee?

Are there any common areas?

Is parking included?

Does the landlord charge a parking fee?

Is water included in the monthly rent?

Will the landlord be responsible for any utilities or services?

Are pets allowed on the property?

Are there any pet limitations?

Is a move-in inspection required?

Is smoking allowed on the property?

Is the tenant required to obtain renters insurance?

Is the tenant allowed to sublet the property?

Are there any "authorized individuals" allowed on the property?

Was the property constructed before January 1, 1978?

Is there a co-signer to this lease?

Would the landlord like to include California required disclosures to this lease? (10 total)

1. Is the landlord exempt from rent increase limits? (AB 1482)

2. Has the landlord received a demolition permit from the local town office?

3. Has there been a death on the property in the last 3 years?

4. Do you know if the property is located in a flood area?

5. Has the property ever been treated for mold?

6. Is the property within a one mile distance from a current or former military base (ordnance)?

7. Does the landlord have an ongoing contract with a pest control company that services the property?

8. Is there an electrical or gas meter shared between the tenant and another property?

9. Has the property had an methamphetamine (meth) or fentanyl contamination?

10. Does the landlord have 10 or more employees?

Add any additional terms or conditions?