Virginia Lease Agreements
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Residential Lease Agreement
Standard fixed-term lease for houses, apartments, condos, and other residential properties.
Includes all Virginia required disclosures and complies with Virginia Code Title 55.1, Chapter 12.
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 Virginia.
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 Virginia-specific habitability and entry notice requirements (24 hours).
Create Room Rental AgreementSublease Agreement
Agreement for a tenant to sublet all or part of their rental to a new occupant.
Sublease rules in Virginia typically require landlord written consent. Document includes consent clause.
Create Sublease AgreementVirginia Lease Law Requirements Summary
Verified against official Virginia landlord-tenant statutes. Last reviewed May 2026. How we verify our legal data.
A Virginia lease agreement is governed by the Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act in Title 55.1. Virginia caps the security deposit at two months' rent and requires the landlord to return it within 45 days of the tenancy ending, with an itemized list of any deductions.
Late fees are capped at the lesser of 10 percent of the periodic rent or 10 percent of the remaining balance owed, and landlords must give 24 hours' notice before entering. Virginia preempts local rent control. A written agreement that records the deposit cap, return timeline, and late-fee limit keeps a Virginia tenancy compliant.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a written lease agreement in Virginia?
While oral agreements may be enforceable for short-term leases, Virginia law strongly favors written lease agreements. A written lease protects both landlord and tenant by clearly documenting terms, responsibilities, and required disclosures under the Virginia Code Title 55.1, Chapter 12. Virginia requires landlords to include specific disclosures such as Lead-based paint disclosure (federal requirement for pre-1978 housing) and Move-in written condition checklist, landlord must provide written statement of condition of the premises and all furnishings at move-in, which must be in writing.
What are Virginia's security deposit rules?
In Virginia, the security deposit is capped at 2 months' rent maximum. Landlords must return the deposit within 45 days after the tenancy ends. Interest on security deposits is not required. Deductions must be itemized in writing.
How much does a Virginia 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, Virginia-compliant PDF instantly. Re-download available for 5 days.
What does Virginia's Residential Landlord and Tenant Act require in a lease?
Virginia's RLTA (Va. Code §55.1-1200 et seq.) requires landlords to disclose the name and address of the property owner or manager, maintain the premises in habitable condition, provide at least 24 hours notice before entry, and return security deposits within 45 days of move-out. Virginia caps security deposits at two months' rent and caps late fees at 10% of the monthly rent. Virginia has no statewide rent control.
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