Rental Application – This form is used for landlords to be able to screen future tenants or roommates by checking employment history and financials.
What is a Room Rental Lease Agreement?
A Florida Room Rental Agreement is a contract between a landlord and a tenant (sub-tenant) renting a room in a property. It includes the responsibilities of both parties. [1]
What to include in a Room Rental Agreement?
- Parties: Full legal names of the landlord and tenant.
- Room Description: Details about the room being rented.
- Rent: Amount, due date, and methods on how to pay.
- Security Deposit: Deposit amount and the rules for returning it.
- Utilities: Who pays or how the split is for electricity, water, and internet.
- Repairs and Maintenance: Who takes care of repairs and cleaning.
- House Rules: Behavior rules including guests, pets, and noise.
- Access to Common Areas: Rules for shared spaces (kitchen/bathroom).
- Subletting: State whether the new tenant/roommate can sublet the room or add additional roommates.
- Notice to End Agreement: How much notice is needed to move out.
- Keys: Who holds keys to the room and shared areas.
- Signatures: Both parties sign and date the agreement.