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PENNSYLVANIA RESIDENTIAL LEASE AGREEMENT
MONTH TO MONTH

This Residential Lease Agreement (hereinafter “Lease”) is entered into this the day of , 20, by and between the Lessor: , (hereinafter referred to as “Landlord”), and the Lessee(s): .

All Lessees (hereinafter referred to collectively as “Tenant”), are jointly, severally and individually bound by, and liable under, the terms and conditions of this Lease.

For the valuable consideration described below, the sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, Landlord and Tenant do hereby covenant, contract and agree as follows:

1. GRANT OF LEASE:

Landlord does hereby lease unto Tenant, and Tenant does hereby rent from Landlord, solely for use as a personal residence, excluding all other uses, the personal residence located in County, Pennsylvania, with address of:

including the following items of personal property:

2. NATURE OF OCCUPANCY:

As a special consideration and inducement for the granting of this Lease by the Landlord to the Tenant, the personal residence described above shall be used and occupied only by the members of the Tenant’s family or others whose names and ages are set forth below:

3. TERM OF LEASE:

This Lease shall commence on the day of , 20, and extend from month to month until:

a. Either Landlord or Tenant gives the other written thirty (30) day Notice of Termination of Lease Agreement.

b. Either Landlord or Tenant gives the other a written Notice of Default.

4. SECURITY DEPOSIT:

Upon execution of this Lease, Tenant shall deposit the sum of $ to be held by Landlord as a security deposit.

In compliance with Pennsylvania Code § 250.512:

Every landlord shall within thirty days of termination of a lease or upon surrender and acceptance of the leasehold premises, whichever first occurs, provide a tenant with a written list of any damages to the leasehold premises for which the landlord claims the tenant is liable.

5. RENT PAYMENTS:

Tenant agrees to pay rent unto the Landlord during the term of this Lease in equal monthly installments of $, said installment for each month being due and payable on or before the 1st day of the month, the first full rent payment under this Lease being due on the 1st day of , 20.

Tenant agrees that if rent is not paid in full on or before the day of the month, Tenant will pay a late charge of $.

The prorated rent from the commencement of this Lease to the first day of the following month is $, which amount shall be paid at the execution of this Lease.

Tenant agrees that rent shall be paid in lawful money of the United States by (indicate those that apply):

Rent payments shall be made payable to:

and mailed or delivered to the following address:

6. CONSEQUENCES OF BREACH BY TENANT:

If Tenant, by any act or omission, or by the act or omission of any of Tenant’s family or invitees, licensees, and/or guests, violates any of the terms or conditions of this Lease, Tenant shall be considered in breach of this Lease.

7. DELIVERY OF NOTICES:

Any giving of notice under this Lease or applicable Pennsylvania law shall be made by Tenant in writing and delivered to the address noted above for the payment of rent, either by hand delivery or by mail.

8. UTILITIES:

Tenant will provide and pay for the following utilities (indicate those that apply):

Landlord will provide and pay for the following utilities (indicate those that apply):

9. NOTICE OF INTENT TO SURRENDER:

If Tenant expects to be absent from the premises or intends to surrender at the expiration of the term, notice details may be entered below:

10. OBLIGATIONS AND DUTIES OF LANDLORD:

As per Pennsylvania Code § §250.502-A, the landlord shall exercise reasonable care for safety in use of common facilities.

11. OBLIGATIONS AND DUTIES OF TENANT:

The tenant shall comply with all obligations imposed upon tenants by applicable codes and statutes, and in particular shall not permit destruction or disturbance of the premises.

12. NO ASSIGNMENT:

Tenant expressly agrees that the leased premises nor any portion thereof shall not be assigned or sub-let by Tenant without the prior written consent of Landlord.

13. TENANT INSURANCE:

Tenant is strongly encouraged to independently purchase insurance to protect Tenant and personal property from damages.

14. CONDITION OF LEASED PREMISES:

Tenant acknowledges that Tenant has examined the leased premises or knowingly waived said examination.

15. ALTERATIONS:

Tenant shall make no alterations, decorations, additions, or improvements without first obtaining the express written consent of Landlord.

16. NO ILLEGAL USE:

Tenant shall not perpetrate, allow or suffer any acts or omissions contrary to law or ordinance to be carried out upon the leased premises or in any common area.

17. NOTICE OF INJURIES:

In the event of any significant injury or damage, written notice shall be provided by Tenant to Landlord as soon as possible but not later than five (5) days after said injury or damage.

18. LANDLORD’S RIGHT TO MORTGAGE:

Tenant agrees to accept the premises subject to and subordinate to any existing or future mortgage or other lien.

19. DELAY IN REPAIRS:

Tenant agrees that if any repairs to be made by Landlord are delayed by reasons beyond Landlord’s control, there shall be no effect on Tenant’s obligations under this Lease.

20. ABANDONMENT:

Abandonment shall be defined as the absence of the Tenant from the leased premises for a period of seven (7) or more consecutive days while rent or any owing monies remain unpaid.

21. NOTICE OF ABSENCE FROM PREMISES:

If Tenant is to be absent from the leased premises for seven (7) or more consecutive days, written notice of such should be served upon Landlord.

22. POSSESSION OF PREMISES:

Tenant shall not be entitled to possession of the premises designated for lease until the security deposit and first month’s rent is paid in full and the premises is vacated by the prior tenant.

23. DELAY OF POSSESSION:

If by reason of the premises being unready for occupancy, or by reason of the previous tenant or occupant holding over, Tenant is unable to enter and occupy the premises, Landlord shall not be liable to Tenant in damages, but shall abate the rent for the period in which the Tenant is unable to occupy the premises.

24. MATERIALITY OF APPLICATION TO RENT:

All representations made by Tenant(s) on the Application to Rent are material to the grant of this Lease.

25. MODIFICATION OF THIS LEASE:

Any modification of this lease shall not be binding upon Landlord unless in writing and signed by Landlord or Landlord’s authorized agent.

26. REMEDIES NOT EXCLUSIVE:

The remedies and rights contained in and conveyed by this Lease are cumulative, and are not exclusive of other rights, remedies and benefits allowed by applicable Pennsylvania law.

27. SEVERABILITY:

If any provision herein is rendered invalid by operation of law, the remaining provisions shall remain valid and enforceable.

28. NO WAIVER:

The failure of Landlord to insist upon strict performance shall not be construed as a waiver of Landlord’s rights.

29. ATTORNEY FEES:

If Landlord employs an attorney to collect any rents or other charges due hereunder, Tenant agrees to pay reasonable attorney’s fees and costs.

30. HEIRS AND ASSIGNS:

All covenants of this lease shall succeed to and be binding upon the respective heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns of the parties hereto.

31. DESTRUCTION OF PREMISES:

If the leased premises are destroyed or rendered untenable by fire, windstorm, or other cause beyond the control of Landlord, the Lease shall cease and terminate as provided herein.

32. EMINENT DOMAIN:

If the leased premises shall be taken by eminent domain, the rent shall be prorated to the date of taking and this Lease shall terminate on that date.

33. LANDLORD ENTRY:

Landlord shall have the right to enter the leased premises at all reasonable times for inspection, repairs, alterations, or to show the premises to prospective tenants or purchasers.

34. GOVERNING LAW:

This Lease is governed by the statutory and case law of the State of Pennsylvania.

35. LEAD-BASED PAINT DISCLOSURE:

Landlord states as follows:

36. ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS:

LANDLORD

Sign: Print: Date:

TENANT

Sign: Print: Date:

TENANT

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TENANT

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TENANT

Sign: Print: Date:

LEAD-BASED PAINT DISCLOSURE INFORMATION PAGE

This page is not part of the lease. It is provided for compliance guidance only. If the dwelling unit was constructed prior to 1978, the Lead-Based Paint Disclosure Form must be attached to the lease and completed by landlord and tenant.

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What a Rental Agreement Is and when it applies

A Rental Agreement (also called a lease) is a written contract that defines the relationship between a property owner (landlord) and a tenant for use of residential or commercial premises. It specifies the term, rent amount, security deposit, permitted uses, maintenance responsibilities, utilities, subletting rules, and default remedies. A clear Rental Agreement reduces disputes by documenting expectations, timelines, and remedies. Parties may execute the agreement in paper or electronically where state law allows; certain narrow categories of transactions may be excluded from e-signature treatment under federal or state rules.

Why a properly drafted Rental Agreement matters

A complete Rental Agreement protects both landlord and tenant by allocating rights and responsibilities, limiting ambiguity, and creating enforceable remedies. Well‑structured terms reduce litigation risk, support security deposit accounting, and clarify termination and renewal mechanics for property managers and tenants.

Why a properly drafted Rental Agreement matters

Who commonly prepares or signs a Rental Agreement

Typical parties and stakeholders who create, review, or sign rental contracts are varied across residential and commercial contexts.

  • Individual landlords and tenants — Owner or tenant signs; property manager may sign on owner’s behalf.
  • Property managers and leasing agents — Prepare standard forms, manage renewals and notices.
  • Legal and compliance teams — Review custom clauses, jurisdictional requirements, and dispute provisions.

Knowing which role you play determines which fields to complete, what attachments are required, and which signature authentication is appropriate.

Core elements to include in a professional Rental Agreement

A professional Rental Agreement is structured to be complete, readable, and enforceable; include defined terms, clear money clauses, notices, and signature blocks.

Parties

Full legal names of landlord and tenant plus contact information and business entity type where applicable, to ensure proper attribution and service.

Premises

Precise street address, unit number, and any assigned parking or storage spaces; attach property description or diagram when helpful.

Term and Rent

Start and end dates, rent amount, payment schedule, late fees, grace periods, and accepted payment methods.

Security Deposit

Deposit amount, permitted uses, required interest disclosures (if any), and the timeline and method for return after tenancy ends.

Maintenance and Repairs

Allocate responsibility for routine maintenance, emergency repairs, alterations, and procedures for requesting or approving work.

Termination and Remedies

Notice requirements, grounds for eviction or lease termination, and remedies for breach including holdover provisions and damages.

Key required fields and short-format checklist

Tenant Name: Full legal name
Landlord Name: Full legal name
Property Address: Street, unit, city
Lease Term: Start and end dates
Rent Amount: Currency and due date
Signature Date: MM/DD/YYYY format

Step‑by‑step completion process

Follow these sequential steps to prepare, review, and execute a Rental Agreement with clarity and legal robustness.

  • 01
    Prepare: Gather accurate party details and property description before drafting.
  • 02
    Draft: Populate core clauses: term, rent, deposit, maintenance, and termination.
  • 03
    Review: Have parties and counsel review special clauses and local requirements.
  • 04
    Execute: Sign using permitted methods and retain copies for all parties.

Where to send, file, or deliver the signed Rental Agreement

After execution, distribute copies and, where required, file or register attachments according to local practice and contract terms.

  • Tenant Copy: Provide signed copy to tenant for records and rent accounting.
  • Landlord File: Retain executed agreement in landlord’s permanent records.
  • Property Manager: Send executed copy to property management or leasing agent.
  • Third Parties: Share necessary pages with guarantors, insurers, or lenders as authorized.

Customizing an online completion and signing workflow

Set up a predictable digital workflow to collect complete data and auditable signatures from every party.

Field Configuration
Required Fields Mark name, address, rent, and signature as required
Conditional Fields Show pet addendum only if tenant selects 'has pet'
Authentication Choose email, SMS code, or stronger verification
Copy Distribution Automatically email signed PDF to all parties

Digital signing essentials and delivery channels

Confirm platform support for secure signing, audit trails, and the document formats you need before sending.

  • File Formats: PDF and DOCX supported
  • Integrations: Connect with accounting or property systems
  • Authentication: Email, SMS, or advanced options

Ensure the chosen provider meets compliance and retention needs and can deliver signed copies and audit logs to all required recipients.

Common eSignature vendor comparison for Rental Agreements

Basic vendor comparisons can help you choose an eSignature provider that supports bulk sending, audit trails, and required compliance features for rental workflows.

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Free Trial 7-day free trial Yes Yes Yes Yes
Bulk Send Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No

Common questions and quick answers about Rental Agreements

Answers to frequent questions about validity, signatures, notarization, and post‑execution steps when using electronic or paper Rental Agreements.


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