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Roommate / Room Rental Agreement

Agreement between co-tenants or a tenant and sub-tenant sharing a rental unit.

ROOMMATE / ROOM RENTAL AGREEMENT

THIS AGREEMENT is made as of [DATE], between [PRINCIPAL TENANT NAME] ("Principal Tenant") and [ROOMMATE NAME] ("Roommate").

1. PREMISES

  • Address: [FULL ADDRESS]
  • Landlord: [LANDLORD NAME] (the underlying lease is between Landlord and Principal Tenant)
  • Roommate's Room: [ROOM DESCRIPTION / WHICH BEDROOM]
  • Shared Areas: Kitchen, bathroom(s), living room, [OTHER]

2. TERM

  • Start Date: [DATE]
  • End Date: [DATE or "month-to-month"]
  • This Agreement is subject to the underlying lease and applicable tenancy law.

3. RENT

  • Total Unit Rent: $[AMOUNT] per month
  • Roommate's Share: $[AMOUNT] per month
  • Due Date: [DAY] of each month
  • Payment To: [PRINCIPAL TENANT / LANDLORD]
  • Payment Method: [E-TRANSFER / CASH / OTHER]

4. UTILITIES

| Utility | In Roommate's Share? | Amount | |---------|----------------------|--------| | Electricity | [Y/N] | $[AMOUNT/%] | | Gas/Heat | [Y/N] | $[AMOUNT/%] | | Water | [Y/N] | $[AMOUNT/%] | | Internet | [Y/N] | $[AMOUNT/%] | | Cable/TV | [Y/N] | $[AMOUNT/%] |

5. SECURITY DEPOSIT

  • Amount: $[AMOUNT]
  • [ ] Held by Principal Tenant / [ ] Held by Landlord
  • Returned within [NUMBER] days of move-out, less deductions for damage or unpaid rent.

6. HOUSE RULES

  1. Quiet Hours: [TIME] to [TIME].
  2. Guests: [MAXIMUM NUMBER OF OVERNIGHT GUESTS / NOTICE REQUIRED].
  3. Parties: [REQUIRE CONSENT / PROHIBITED].
  4. Smoking: [ALLOWED OUTSIDE / PROHIBITED].
  5. Pets: [ALLOWED: DESCRIBE / PROHIBITED].
  6. Cleaning: [ROTATING SCHEDULE / EACH CLEANS OWN / DESCRIBE].
  7. Shared Supplies: [SHARED COST / EACH BUYS OWN].
  8. Other: [DETAILS]

7. KITCHEN AND FOOD

  • [ ] Shared groceries (split [%] / [%]).
  • [ ] Each buys own food; shared staples [YES/NO].
  • [ ] Label personal items.

8. PARKING

  • [ ] Included: [DETAILS]
  • [ ] Not included.
  • Cost (if any): $[AMOUNT] per month.

9. DAMAGE AND REPAIRS

  • The Roommate is responsible for damage caused by them or their guests.
  • Normal wear and tear excepted.
  • Report needed repairs to [PRINCIPAL TENANT / LANDLORD].

10. MOVE-OUT

  • Notice: [NUMBER] days written notice required.
  • The Roommate shall leave the room clean and undamaged.
  • The Roommate shall remove all personal property.
  • Return keys to [PRINCIPAL TENANT / LANDLORD].

11. SUBLETTING

  • [ ] The Roommate may sublet their room with the Principal Tenant's consent.
  • [ ] No subletting permitted.
  • [ ] Subject to Landlord's consent per the underlying lease.

12. GENERAL

  • This Agreement is subject to the underlying lease and applicable tenancy law.
  • Governing Law: [JURISDICTION]
  • If any conflict with the underlying lease, the lease prevails.

Principal Tenant: _______________________ Date: __________

Roommate: _______________________ Date: __________

Witness: _______________________ Date: __________

Disclaimer: This template is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction. Consult a licensed lawyer in your jurisdiction before using or relying on this document.