California Lease Agreement Generator
California rentals require specific disclosures, deposit limits, and notice rules under state law. Our California lease wizard includes AB 1482 notices where applicable, lead-paint rules, and utility splits — Preview free — download with LeaseCraft Annual ($19.99/year).
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Last reviewed: June 2026
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Create a California residential lease agreement through guided questions. The template adds California deposit rules, notice periods and the disclosures in the California rules we track. Preview it free, and check local rules before you sign.
State summary
Security deposit limit: 1 month's rent (2 months for certain small landlords; not for service-member tenants). Return deadline: 21 calendar days after move-out. Month-to-month notice: 30 days. Source: Cal. Civ. Code § 1950.5(c), § 1950.5(h)(1).
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California lease requirements
California landlord-tenant law governs residential rentals. Your lease must include required disclosures and deposit rules for CA.
Key provisions
- Security deposits: CA deposit limits and return timelines
- Disclosures: Lead paint (pre-1978) plus California-specific items
- Notices: Termination and rent-increase notice periods per statute
- Late fees: Must be reasonable and disclosed in the lease
What's included
- Property, rent, and term details
- Maintenance and utility responsibilities
- Signature blocks for all parties
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Updated 2026
Reflects current landlord-tenant rules
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