Lease Agreement
Lease Agreement
Lease Agreement
This Lease Agreement is made and entered into this ___ day of ________, 20, by and between:
[LESSOR'S FULL NAME], of legal age, [single/married], and a resident of [Lessor's Address],
hereinafter referred to as the "LESSOR";
-AND-
[LESSEE'S FULL NAME], of legal age, [single/married], and a resident of [Lessee's Address],
hereinafter referred to as the "LESSEE".
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, the LESSOR is the lawful owner of the property situated at [Complete Address of
Leased Property], covered by Transfer Certificate of Title No. _______ of the Registry of Deeds for
[City/Municipality];
WHEREAS, the LESSEE desires to lease the said property and the LESSOR agrees to lease the same
under the terms and conditions herein set forth.
NOW, THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the foregoing premises, the LESSOR and the
LESSEE hereby agree as follows:
1. LEASED PREMISES: The LESSOR hereby leases to the LESSEE, and the LESSEE hereby
accepts from the LESSOR, the property located at [Leased Property Address], more particularly
described as follows: [Detailed Description of Property]. This includes [mention any additional leased
items or facilities, e.g., parking spaces, storage units, etc.], which are deemed part of the leased
premises. The LESSEE shall have the exclusive use of these facilities during the term of the lease,
subject to the rules and regulations set forth by the LESSOR.
2. TERM: This lease shall be for a term of [Specify Number of Years] years, commencing on [Start
Date] and ending on [End Date], unless sooner terminated in accordance with the provisions hereof.
This agreement shall not automatically renew at the end of the term, and any renewal shall require a
separate written agreement. Upon expiration of the lease term, the LESSEE shall vacate and surrender
the premises to the LESSOR in the same condition as received, normal wear and tear excepted.
3. RENTAL: The LESSEE agrees to pay the LESSOR a monthly rental of [Amount in PHP], payable
in advance on or before the [Due Date of Every Month] of each month. The rental amount shall be
subject to an annual increase of [percentage], commencing on the second year of the lease term and
every year thereafter. In case of late payment, a penalty of [specific penalty amount or percentage] per
day of delay shall be imposed.
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4. DEPOSIT: The LESSEE shall deposit with the LESSOR the sum of [Amount in PHP], equivalent
to [Number of Months] months' rent, to answer for any damages to the premises upon the termination
of this lease. This deposit shall be returned to the LESSEE within [number of days, e.g., 60 days] after
the expiration of the lease, subject to the deduction of costs for repairs and outstanding utility bills.
The deposit shall not bear interest and shall not be used by the LESSEE as payment for the last
month's rent.
5. USE OF PREMISES: The LESSEE shall use the leased premises for residential purposes only and
shall not sublease, assign, or transfer possession of the same or any part thereof, without the prior
written consent of the LESSOR. The LESSEE shall comply with all laws, ordinances, rules, and
regulations relating to the use, condition, and occupancy of the premises. The LESSEE shall not
conduct any illegal activities on the premises and shall respect the peaceful enjoyment of the
neighbors.
6. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS: The LESSEE shall maintain the premises in good and
tenantable condition and shall be responsible for all repairs needed, except for structural repairs,
which shall be the responsibility of the LESSOR. The LESSEE shall promptly notify the LESSOR of
any major repairs or maintenance issues that require attention. The LESSEE shall not make any
alterations or improvements to the premises without the prior written consent of the LESSOR, and any
authorized improvements shall become part of the property unless otherwise agreed.
7. UTILITIES: The LESSEE shall pay for all utilities including, but not limited to, electricity, water,
telephone, and internet services. It is the LESSEE's responsibility to ensure that these services are set
up in their name and that bills are paid promptly. In the event of any utility disconnection due to
non-payment, the LESSEE shall bear all costs associated with the reconnection of these services.
8. TERMINATION: Either party may terminate this agreement at any time by giving [Notice Period,
e.g., 30 days] written notice to the other party. In the event of termination by the LESSEE, any
prepaid rent beyond the termination date will be refunded by the LESSOR. If the LESSEE terminates
the lease before the end of the term, the LESSEE may be liable for the remaining rent due under the
lease, unless an early termination clause is invoked as provided for in this agreement.
9. GOVERNING LAW: This Lease shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of
the Philippines. Any disputes arising out of this agreement shall be subject to the exclusive
jurisdiction of the competent courts of [Specify Jurisdiction, e.g., Quezon City, Metro Manila]. Both
parties agree to abide by the decisions of the court and understand that any breach of the agreement
may lead to legal proceedings.
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10. BINDING EFFECT: The terms and conditions of this lease shall be binding upon and inure to
the benefit of the parties hereto and their respective heirs, successors, and assigns. Neither party may
assign or transfer their rights or obligations under this lease without the prior written consent of the
other party. This agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the LESSOR and the LESSEE
and supersedes all prior negotiations, understandings, or agreements, either written or oral, pertaining
to the subject matter hereof.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have hereunto set their hands this ___ day of __________, 20.
(ACKNOWLEDGMENT)
BEFORE ME, a Notary Public for and in the City/Municipality of [City/Municipality], personally
appeared [Names of Lessor and Lessee and their Identifying Documents], known to me and to me
known to be the same persons who executed the foregoing instrument and acknowledged to me that
they have executed the same as their free and voluntary act and deed.
This instrument, consisting of [number of pages] pages, including the page on which this
acknowledgment is written, has been signed on each page by the parties and their instrumental
witnesses and sealed with my notarial seal.
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