Legal Washington Residential Lease Agreement Form

Washington Residential Lease Agreement Template

This Residential Lease Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into by and between __________ ("Landlord") and __________ ("Tenant(s)") on this __ day of __________, 20__. The premises subject to this Agreement are located at _____________, Washington ("Premises"). By signing this Agreement, the Tenant agrees to rent the Premises from the Landlord under the terms specified herein, adhering to all applicable laws, including the Residential Landlord-Tenant Act of Washington (RCW 59.18).

1. Term of Lease

The lease term will commence on __________ (start date) and will terminate on __________ (end date) unless extended or earlier terminated in accordance with this Agreement. The Tenant has the option to renew the lease under conditions agreed upon by both parties, subject to a renewal notice given __ days before the lease's expiration.

2. Rent

Rent is payable monthly in the amount of $__________. The first payment is due on __________, with subsequent payments due on the ___ day of each month. Payments should be made to the Landlord at the following address: __________. If rent payment is delayed, a late fee of $__________ will apply if the rent is not paid within __ days after the due date.

3. Security Deposit

Upon execution of this Agreement, the Tenant will pay a security deposit of $__________, to be held by the Landlord as security for the performance of Tenant's obligations. The Landlord will return the security deposit within __ days after the Tenant vacates the Premises, less any deductions for damage beyond normal wear and tear, unpaid rent, or other amounts owed under the lease.

4. Use of Premises

The Premises are to be used exclusively as a private residence by the Tenant(s) listed in this Agreement and their minor children. The Tenant agrees not to use or permit the use of the Premises for any unlawful or hazardous activities.

5. Maintenance and Repairs

The Tenant is responsible for maintaining the Premises in a clean and sanitary condition and agrees to promptly notify the Landlord of any needed repairs. The Landlord is required to perform all necessary repairs to ensure the Premises are in a fit and habitable condition, except for damage caused by the Tenant's negligence or willful acts.

6. Alterations

The Tenant shall not make any alterations, additions, or improvements to the Premises without the prior written consent of the Landlord. Any authorized alterations shall become the property of the Landlord upon termination of the lease.

7. Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington.

8. Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior understandings, agreements, or representations. Any modifications to this Agreement must be made in writing and signed by both parties.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Residential Lease Agreement on the date first above mentioned.

Landlord's Signature: __________ Date: __________

Tenant's Signature: __________ Date: __________

Co-Tenant's Signature (if applicable): __________ Date: __________