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Landlord / Room Owner

Full Name *

The person or entity who owns or manages the property and is renting out the room.

Email Address *

Used for official notices. Use an email you check regularly.

Phone Number *

Best number for tenant to reach you directly.

State * Select state

Governs which state laws apply to this agreement.

Property Address *

Full street address of the property where the room is located.

City *

City where the rental property is located.

ZIP Code *

5-digit postal code.

Room / Unit # (optional)

Identifies the specific room being rented if multiple are available.

Tenant Information

Tenant Full Name *

Legal name of the person renting the room. All adults occupying the room should be listed.

Tenant Email *

Used for notices, receipts, and lease communication.

Tenant Phone *

Best number to reach the tenant directly.

Government ID Type (optional) Select type Driver's License State ID Passport

Recording tenant ID type helps verify identity and is best practice for room rentals.

Additional Occupants (optional)

List any other people who will regularly occupy the room. Unauthorized guests may violate the agreement.

Room & Lease Terms

Move-In Date *

The date the tenant takes possession of the room.

Tenancy Type * Select type Month-to-Month Fixed Term Weekly

Month-to-month is most common for room rentals. Fixed term provides more stability for both parties.

Lease End Date

Required for fixed-term tenancies. Leave blank for month-to-month.

Monthly Rent *

Amount charged for the room only. Shared utilities/common areas may be billed separately.

Rent Due Day of Month * Select day 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th 11th 12th 13th 14th 15th 16th 17th 18th 19th 20th 21th 22th 23th 24th 25th 26th 27th 28th

The 1st of the month is standard. A grace period (typically 3–5 days) may apply under state law.

Security Deposit *

Typically 1 month's rent. Many states cap deposits — check your state's limit before entering.

Late Fee (optional)

Many states cap late fees at $50–$100 or 5–10% of monthly rent. Check your state's rules.

Included Utilities

Electricity

Water/Sewer

Gas/Heat

Internet/Wi-Fi

Cable TV

Laundry Access

Clearly listing included utilities avoids disputes. Any not listed may be charged separately.

Shared Spaces & House Rules

Shared Common Areas

Kitchen

Bathroom(s)

Living Room

Dining Room

Yard/Outdoor

Parking

Clearly listing which spaces are shared helps prevent territorial disputes with other housemates.

Quiet Hours

Quiet hours are especially important in shared-occupancy homes. Be specific with start and end times.

Guest Policy Select policy No overnight guests Occasional overnight guests permitted (notify landlord) Reasonable guests permitted (not to exceed 7 consecutive days) Custom policy (described below)

Uncontrolled guests can create liability issues and disturb other occupants. A clear policy protects everyone.

Smoking Policy Select policy No smoking anywhere on property Smoking permitted outside only Smoking in designated areas only

A clear smoking policy protects the property and other residents. "No smoking" is required in many multi-unit dwellings.

Pet Policy Select policy No pets allowed Pets considered on a case-by-case basis Small pets permitted (under 25 lbs) Pets permitted with additional deposit

In shared homes, pet policies require agreement from all housemates to avoid conflicts.

Additional House Rules (optional)

Clear house rules reduce conflicts. Include cleaning responsibilities, noise, parking, and any other shared expectations.

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Last updated: January 2026