HOUSE RENTAL AGREEMENT



This Agreement is made on [Day] day of [Month], [Year]



PARTIES



Landlord: [Title] [First Name] [Last Name] / [Company Name] (if applicable), Address: [Street Number] [Street Name], [City], [State] [ZIP Code], Phone: [Phone Number], Email: [Email Address], hereinafter referred to as the "Landlord"



Tenant: [Title] [First Name] [Last Name], ID/SSN: [ID/Social Security Number], Current Address: [Current Address], Phone: [Phone Number], Email: [Email Address], hereinafter referred to as the "Tenant"



ARTICLE 1: PROPERTY DESCRIPTION



1.1 The Landlord agrees to rent to the Tenant the following single-family house:



Address: [Street Number] [Street Name], [City], [State] [ZIP Code]

Description: [Number of Bedrooms] bedroom(s), [Number of Bathrooms] bathroom(s)

Square Footage: [Approximate Square Footage] square feet

Lot Size: [Lot Size] square feet / [Acreage] acres

Parking: [Garage/Driveway/Street] - [Number of Vehicles] capacity



1.2 The rental includes the following appliances and features: [List of Included Appliances/Features]



1.3 The property [includes/does not include] the following outdoor areas: [Yard/Garden/Patio/Deck/Pool/Other]



ARTICLE 2: LEASE TERM



2.1 The lease term shall commence on [Start Date] and terminate on [End Date] (a period of [Lease Duration]).



2.2 This lease [will/will not] automatically renew for additional [Renewal Period] periods unless either party provides [Notice Period] days written notice of intent not to renew.



ARTICLE 3: RENT AND PAYMENT TERMS



3.1 Monthly rent is $[Monthly Rent Amount] ([Amount in Words]), due on the [Due Date] day of each month.



3.2 First month's rent of $[First Month Rent] and last month's rent of $[Last Month Rent] are due upon signing this agreement.



3.3 Payment shall be made by [Payment Method] to: [Payment Details/Account Information]



3.4 Late payment penalty of $[Late Fee Amount] will be charged if payment is more than [Grace Period] days late.



ARTICLE 4: SECURITY DEPOSIT



4.1 A security deposit of $[Security Deposit Amount] is due upon signing this agreement.



4.2 The security deposit will be used to cover unpaid rent, damage beyond normal wear and tear, and cleaning costs if the house is not returned in clean condition.



4.3 The deposit will be returned within [Return Period] days after lease termination, less any lawful deductions, with an itemized statement of charges.



ARTICLE 5: UTILITIES AND SERVICES



5.1 Utilities included in rent: [List of Included Utilities]



5.2 Utilities paid by Tenant: [List of Tenant-Paid Utilities]



5.3 Tenant is responsible for connecting and disconnecting utilities in their name and ensuring continuous service during the lease term.



ARTICLE 6: USE AND OCCUPANCY



6.1 The premises shall be used exclusively for residential purposes by the following occupants: [Names and Ages of All Occupants]



6.2 Maximum occupancy is limited to [Maximum Number of Occupants] persons.



6.3 Subletting or assignment requires written consent from the Landlord.



6.4 Pets: [Pet Policy - Allowed/Not Allowed/Restrictions]. Pet deposit of $[Pet Deposit] and monthly pet rent of $[Pet Rent] apply if pets are allowed.



ARTICLE 7: MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS



7.1 Landlord's responsibilities:

a) Structural repairs and roofing;

b) Major system repairs (plumbing, electrical, HVAC);

c) Appliance repairs for landlord-provided appliances;

d) Exterior maintenance and pest control.



7.2 Tenant's responsibilities:

a) Daily cleaning and housekeeping;

b) Minor maintenance (light bulbs, filters, batteries);

c) Lawn care and landscaping maintenance;

d) Snow removal and seasonal maintenance;

e) Damage caused by Tenant, occupants, or guests.



ARTICLE 8: PROPERTY CARE AND RESTRICTIONS



8.1 Tenant agrees to keep the property clean, sanitary, and in good condition.



8.2 Alterations, modifications, or improvements require written consent from the Landlord.



8.3 Smoking is [prohibited/allowed in designated areas] on the property.



8.4 Illegal activities are strictly prohibited and constitute grounds for immediate lease termination.



ARTICLE 9: LANDLORD ACCESS



9.1 Landlord may enter the premises with [Notice Period] hours written notice for:

a) Routine inspections;

b) Necessary repairs or maintenance;

c) Showing the property to prospective tenants or buyers.



9.2 Emergency entry may be made without notice when necessary to prevent property damage or address safety concerns.



ARTICLE 10: TERMINATION CONDITIONS



10.1 Either party may terminate this lease with [Notice Period] days written notice.



10.2 Landlord may terminate immediately for non-payment of rent, lease violations, or illegal activities.



10.3 Upon termination, Tenant must return the property in clean condition with all systems functioning and landscaping maintained.



ARTICLE 11: GENERAL PROVISIONS



11.1 This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of [State/Country].



11.2 This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement and may only be modified in writing signed by both parties.



SIGNATURES



IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement on the date first written above.





LANDLORD:



Signature: _________________________ Date: _____________

Print Name: [Landlord Name]





TENANT:



Signature: _________________________ Date: _____________

Print Name: [Tenant Name]