A sublease lets you rent your home to someone else (for a summer, a work assignment or the rest of your lease) while you stay on the hook to your landlord.
Free Sublease Agreement template
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Sublease Agreement
This Sublease is between ____ ("Tenant") and ____ ("Subtenant") for the property at ____, which Tenant rents from ____ ("Landlord") under an existing lease (the "Master Lease").
1. Term
The Sublease runs from ____ to ____, and cannot extend beyond the Master Lease.
2. Rent and deposit
Subtenant will pay Tenant $____ per month, due on the first of each month, and has paid a deposit of $____.
3. Master Lease
Subtenant has received a copy of the Master Lease and agrees to follow its terms. Tenant remains responsible to Landlord under the Master Lease.
4. Condition
Subtenant accepts the property in its current condition and will return it in the same condition, except normal wear and tear.
5. Landlord consent
This Sublease takes effect only if Landlord consents in writing where the Master Lease requires it.
6. Law
This Sublease is governed by the laws of ____.
Tenant: __ Date: __
Subtenant: __ Date: __
Landlord consent: __ Date: __
This free template is general information, not legal advice, and may not suit your state or situation. Some documents must be signed before witnesses or a notary. For anything important, have a lawyer review it.
Before you sublet
Read your lease. Most require the landlord’s written consent, and subletting without it can be grounds for eviction.
Protect yourself
- Screen your subtenant as a landlord would.
- Collect a deposit.
- Take dated photos of the condition before they move in.
You remain responsible for rent and damage if your subtenant doesn’t pay.
Frequently asked questions
Is subletting legal?
Generally yes if your lease allows it or your landlord consents; some cities give tenants extra rights to sublet.
Questions from readers
Question about the Sublease Agreement? Ask it here. We answer common questions in general terms on this page. This is not legal advice.
