Michigan Lease Agreements
Create a legally compliant Michigan 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 Michigan required disclosures and complies with Michigan Compiled Laws Chapter 554.
Create Residential Lease AgreementMonth-to-Month Rental Agreement
Flexible agreement that auto-renews monthly. Ideal for short-term or indefinite tenancies.
30 days landlord notice and 30 days tenant notice required in Michigan.
Create Month-to-Month Rental AgreementRoom Rental Agreement
Agreement for renting a single room in a shared house or apartment. Covers shared spaces and house rules.
Covers Michigan-specific habitability and entry notice requirements (No statute specifying advance notice for non-emergency entry).
Create Room Rental AgreementSublease Agreement
Agreement for a tenant to sublet all or part of their rental to a new occupant.
Sublease rules in Michigan typically require landlord written consent. Document includes consent clause.
Create Sublease AgreementMichigan Lease Law Requirements Summary
Michigan landlord-tenant law is governed by the Michigan Compiled Laws Chapter 554 (Property - Landlord-Tenant); Security Deposit Act MCL 554.601 - 554.616. Landlords must provide required disclosures including Lead paint disclosure (federal, pre-1978 housing), Security deposit notice: landlord must provide written notice of the financial institution holding the deposit, the account number, and the tenant's right to claim the deposit (MCL 554.603), Move-in/move-out inventory checklist: landlord must provide a written inventory checklist within 7 days of occupancy; tenant has 7 days to note any disagreements, and more. Security deposits are capped at 1.5 months rent and must be returned within 30 days of tenancy termination. Our documents are designed to comply with Michigan law and include all required provisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a written lease agreement in Michigan?
While oral agreements may be enforceable for short-term leases, Michigan law strongly favors written lease agreements. A written lease protects both landlord and tenant by clearly documenting terms, responsibilities, and required disclosures under the Michigan Compiled Laws Chapter 554. Michigan requires landlords to include specific disclosures such as Lead paint disclosure (federal, pre-1978 housing) and Security deposit notice: landlord must provide written notice of the financial institution holding the deposit, the account number, and the tenant's right to claim the deposit (MCL 554.603), which must be in writing.
What are Michigan's security deposit rules?
In Michigan, the security deposit is capped at 1.5 months rent. Landlords must return the deposit within 30 days after the tenancy ends. Interest on security deposits is required by state law. Deductions must be itemized in writing.
How much does a Michigan lease agreement cost?
Each lease agreement costs $7.99. Choose your document type, fill in your details through our guided form, and download your completed, Michigan-compliant PDF instantly. Re-download available for 5 days.
Does Michigan regulate security deposits for rental agreements?
Yes. Michigan limits security deposits to 1.5 months' rent. Landlords must provide a move-in checklist within 7 days of move-in and return the deposit within 30 days of move-out with an itemized statement of deductions. If the landlord fails to provide the move-in checklist, they forfeit the right to make deductions. Michigan does not have statewide rent control, and local ordinances are limited.
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