Iowa Lease Agreements

Create a legally compliant Iowa lease agreement that includes all state-required disclosures and clauses. Choose the document type that fits your rental situation, fill out the guided form, and download your professional PDF for $7.99.

Residential Lease Agreement

Standard fixed-term lease for houses, apartments, condos, and other residential properties.

Includes all Iowa required disclosures and complies with Iowa Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, Iowa Code §§ 562A.1 to 562A.37.

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Month-to-Month Rental Agreement

Flexible agreement that auto-renews monthly. Ideal for short-term or indefinite tenancies.

30 days written notice landlord notice and 30 days written notice tenant notice required in Iowa.

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Room Rental Agreement

Agreement for renting a single room in a shared house or apartment. Covers shared spaces and house rules.

Covers Iowa-specific habitability and entry notice requirements (24 hours).

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Sublease Agreement

Agreement for a tenant to sublet all or part of their rental to a new occupant.

Sublease rules in Iowa typically require landlord written consent. Document includes consent clause.

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Iowa Lease Law Requirements Summary

Security Deposit Limit 2 months rent

Deposit Return Deadline 30 days

Late Fee Cap $12/day or $60/month for rent of $700 or less; $20/day or $100/month for rent over $700

Grace Period No statutory grace period

Landlord Notice (Month-to-Month) 30 days written notice

Tenant Notice (Month-to-Month) 30 days written notice

Entry Notice 24 hours

Key Statute Iowa Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, Iowa Code §§ 562A.1 to 562A.37

Iowa landlord-tenant law is governed by the Iowa Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, Iowa Code §§ 562A.1 to 562A.37. Landlords must provide required disclosures including Lead-based paint disclosure (federal, pre-1978 housing), Landlord's name, address, and agent's name and address must be disclosed in writing, Tenant must be given written move-in inspection checklist or opportunity to participate in move-in inspection, and more. Security deposits are capped at 2 months rent and must be returned within 30 days of tenancy termination. Our documents are designed to comply with Iowa law and include all required provisions.

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