Florida Room (Roommate) Lease Agreement Template

A Florida room (roommate) rental lease agreement is a contract between two or more people who agree to share the costs (rent) of living in one place. Once signed, it is legally binding.

Last updated February 16th, 2025

A Florida room (roommate) rental lease agreement is a contract between two or more people who agree to share the costs (rent) of living in one place. Once signed, it is legally binding.

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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?

  1. Parties: Full legal names of the landlord and tenant.
  2. Room Description: Details about the room being rented.
  3. Rent: Amount, due date, and methods on how to pay.
  4. Security Deposit: Deposit amount and the rules for returning it.
  5. Utilities: Who pays or how the split is for electricity, water, and internet.
  6. Repairs and Maintenance: Who takes care of repairs and cleaning.
  7. House Rules: Behavior rules including guests, pets, and noise.
  8. Access to Common Areas: Rules for shared spaces (kitchen/bathroom).
  9. Subletting: State whether the new tenant/roommate can sublet the room or add additional roommates.
  10. Notice to End Agreement: How much notice is needed to move out.
  11. Keys: Who holds keys to the room and shared areas.
  12. Signatures: Both parties sign and date the agreement.

Sources

  1. findlaw.com

Sample Florida Room (Roommate) Rental Lease Agreement Template