Month-to-Month Lease Agreement Template

This Month-to-Month Lease Agreement (the “Agreement”) is made as of [Effective Date] by and between:

Landlord: [Landlord Full Name], address: [Address] (“Landlord”).
Tenant: [Tenant Full Name], address: [Address] (“Tenant”).
Additional Tenant(s) (Optional): [Names].

1. Premises

1.1 Rental Property Address: [Full Address] (the “Premises”).
1.2 Included Areas (Optional): ☐ Parking ☐ Storage ☐ Yard ☐ Other: [List].
1.3 Furnishings (Optional): [List or “None”].

2. Term

2.1 Start Date: [Start Date].
2.2 Month-to-Month Renewal: This Agreement continues on a month-to-month basis until terminated under Section 13.
2.3 Occupants: Only the Tenant(s) and permitted occupants may reside at the Premises: [Names].

3. Rent

3.1 Monthly Rent: $[Amount].
3.2 Due Date: Rent is due on the [] day of each month.
3.3 Pay To: [Landlord/Property manager name].
3.4 Payment Method: ☐ Bank transfer ☐ Check ☐ Cash ☐ Online portal ☐ Other: [Method].
3.5 Returned Payment Fee (Optional): $[] (if permitted).

4. Security Deposit and Fees

4.1 Security Deposit: $[Amount], due before move-in (if allowed).
4.2 Move-In Fees (Optional): [Cleaning/admin/pet fees].
4.3 Deposit Deductions: Unpaid rent, damages beyond normal wear, cleaning beyond normal, and other lawful deductions.
4.4 Deposit Return: Returned within [__] days after move-out, as required by law, with an itemized list of deductions if applicable.

5. Utilities and Services

5.1 Utilities Paid by Tenant: ☐ Electricity ☐ Gas ☐ Water ☐ Trash ☐ Internet ☐ Other: [List].
5.2 Utilities Paid by Landlord: ☐ Electricity ☐ Gas ☐ Water ☐ Trash ☐ Internet ☐ Other: [List].
5.3 Shared Meter (Optional): If utilities are shared, allocation method: [Explain].

6. Use, Rules, and Pets

6.1 Use: Residential use only, no unlawful activity.
6.2 Noise: Tenant will avoid unreasonable noise and disturbances.
6.3 Smoking/Vaping: ☐ Not allowed ☐ Allowed only: [Where].
6.4 Pets: ☐ No pets ☐ Pets allowed: [Describe] with ☐ pet deposit $[] ☐ monthly pet rent $[].
6.5 Alterations: No alterations without Landlord’s written consent.

7. Maintenance and Repairs

7.1 Tenant will keep the Premises clean and promptly report needed repairs.
7.2 Landlord is responsible for major repairs required by law, excluding tenant-caused damage.
7.3 Tenant is responsible for minor maintenance: [List if any].

8. Entry by Landlord

8.1 Landlord may enter with [__] hours/days’ notice (except emergencies), to inspect, repair, show the unit, or as allowed by law.

9. Condition and Move-In Checklist (Recommended)

9.1 Tenant and Landlord may complete a move-in condition checklist and photos on or before move-in.

10. Late Payment (Optional)

10.1 Rent is late after [] days.
10.2 Late fee: $[] or [__]% (if permitted).

11. Rent Increases

11.1 Landlord may increase rent by providing written notice of at least [__] days, subject to applicable law and rent control rules (if any).

12. Default

12.1 If Tenant materially breaches this Agreement, Landlord may pursue lawful remedies, including termination, subject to required notices and eviction laws.

13. Termination Notice

13.1 Either party may terminate this month-to-month tenancy by giving at least [__] days’ written notice, or the minimum required by law, whichever is greater.
13.2 Notice must comply with applicable law and be delivered as stated in Section 14.

14. Notices

14.1 Notices must be in writing and delivered by: ☐ personal delivery ☐ email ☐ mail ☐ other: [Method].
14.2 Notice addresses: [Addresses/emails].

15. Governing Law

15.1 This Agreement is governed by the laws of [State/Country].

Signatures

By signing below, the Parties agree to this Month-to-Month Lease Agreement.

Landlord: [Full Name]
Date: [Date]
Signature: ___________________________

Tenant: [Full Name]
Date: [Date]
Signature: ___________________________

Additional Tenant (Optional): [Full Name]
Date: [Date]
Signature: ___________________________