Texas Lease Agreements
Create a legally compliant Texas 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 Texas required disclosures and complies with Texas Property Code Title 8, Chapter 92.
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 Texas.
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 Texas-specific habitability and entry notice requirements (Texas has no specific statute mandating advance notice before landlord entry; reasonable notice is implied by common law practice).
Create Room Rental AgreementSublease Agreement
Agreement for a tenant to sublet all or part of their rental to a new occupant.
Sublease rules in Texas typically require landlord written consent. Document includes consent clause.
Create Sublease AgreementTexas Lease Law Requirements Summary
Texas landlord-tenant law is governed by the Texas Property Code Title 8, Chapter 92. Landlords must provide required disclosures including Lead-based paint disclosure (federal requirement for pre-1978 housing), Landlord's name and address (or authorized agent's) for service of process, Smoke detector notice - tenant must be informed of smoke detector requirements, and more. Security deposits must be returned within 30 days of tenancy termination. A 2-day grace period is required before late fees may be charged. Our documents are designed to comply with Texas law and include all required provisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a written lease agreement in Texas?
While oral agreements may be enforceable for short-term leases, Texas law strongly favors written lease agreements. A written lease protects both landlord and tenant by clearly documenting terms, responsibilities, and required disclosures under the Texas Property Code Title 8, Chapter 92. Texas requires landlords to include specific disclosures such as Lead-based paint disclosure (federal requirement for pre-1978 housing) and Landlord's name and address (or authorized agent's) for service of process, which must be in writing.
What are Texas's security deposit rules?
In Texas, there is no statutory limit on security deposits. Landlords must return the deposit within 30 days after the tenancy ends. Interest on security deposits is not required. Deductions must be itemized in writing.
How much does a Texas 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, Texas-compliant PDF instantly. Re-download available for 5 days.
Does Texas allow cities to enact rent control?
No. Texas state law (Property Code §214.902) preempts any city or county from enacting rent control ordinances. There is no rent control anywhere in Texas. Landlords may raise rent to any amount with proper notice - typically at least 30 days before the increase takes effect for month-to-month tenancies. Texas also does not cap security deposits by statute, though deposits must be returned within 30 days of move-out.
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