This is a template used to create and fill-out a Sublease Agreement Form.
A Sublease Agreement is a contract between an existing tenant and a third party, the subtenant, who will rent all or part of the property from the existing tenant. A sublease cannot go longer than the original lease’s termination date.
In a sublease, the subtenant is subject to the terms and conditions of the original lease. Moreover, the original tenant is completely responsible for all damages, rent payments, and any violations of the initial lease agreement.
A Sublease Agreement Form is often used when the original tenant is unable to fulfill the conditions of their lease due to the need to (temporarily) relocate, or the desire to bring in a roommate. Many landlords don’t allow subletting without their consent, so it is important to check the terms of your lease before agreeing to this arrangement.
When drafting a simple sublease agreement, include the following sections:
However, for your convenience, you can complete a fillable Sublease Agreement Template here on PDFRun.
Using PDFRun, you can electronically fill out and download a PDF copy of the Sublease Agreement PDF in minutes. Fill it out by following the instructions below.
Effective Date
Enter the effective date of this sublease following the format: Day, Month, Year.
Tenant
Enter the name of the tenant.
Subtenant
Enter the name of the subtenant.
Premises
Mark the appropriate box indicating the type of property subject to this sublease. You may select:
Mark the “storage” box if the premise includes storage space, then specify the type of storage space.
Mark the appropriate box if the premise includes furnishings. You may select:
Lease
Mark the appropriate box indicating the tenant’s lease agreement. You may select:
Enter the date of the agreement and the name of the landlord. Mark the box if a copy of the original lease is attached to this sublease.
This sublease is subordinate to and will be at all times subject to the original lease.
Agreement to Sublease
This section states that the tenant agrees to lease the subtenant and the subtenant hereby agrees to temporarily accept from the tenant for the term specified below, and upon all conditions set forth herein, that portion of the tenant’s interest in the premises, including improvements.
Term
Enter the term of this sublease.
Landlord Approval
Mark the appropriate box indicating the landlord’s approval. You may select:
Rent
This section states that the subtenant will pay to the tenant the total sum of (enter the amount in dollars) for the term, payable in advance in monthly installments of (enter the amount in dollars) due on the (enter the date) day of each month during the term. The first rent payment is payable to the tenant when the subtenant signs this sublease. Rent will be paid directly to the tenant at the address stated in the Notices section herein by mail or in person and will be payable in U.S. Dollars by one of the following methods:
This section further states that the tenant will be responsible for paying rent on the original lease to the landlord.
Mark the appropriate box if the rent will be prorated. You may select:
Late Fees
Mark the appropriate box if the tenant will charge late fees. You may select:
Mark the “bounced checks” box if the subtenant agrees to pay (enter the amount in dollars) for each dishonored bank check.
Utilities
This section states that the subtenant is responsible for payment of all utility and other services for the premises that are to be paid by the tenant under the original lease for the term of this sublease, with the exception of the following, which will be paid by the landlord: Mark all the apply.
Security Deposit
This section states that upon signing this sublease, the subtenant will pay a security deposit in the amount of (enter the amount in dollars) to the tenant. The security deposit will be retained by the tenant as security for the subtenant’s performance of its obligations under this sublease.
If the subtenant does not comply with any of the terms of this sublease, the tenant may apply any or all of the security deposit to remedy the breach, including to cover any amount owed by the subtenant and/or any damages incurred or costs incurred by the tenant due to the subtenant’s failure to comply. The tenant will provide the subtenant with written notice of use of any or all of the security deposit. The subtenant will, within (enter the number of days) days following receipt of such written notice, pay to the tenant the amount needed to restore the security deposit to its full amount.
The security deposit may not be used or deducted by the subtenant as the last month’s rent of the term. The subtenant will be entitled to a full refund of the security deposit if the subtenant returns possession of the premises to the tenant in the same condition as accepted, ordinary wear and tear excepted. Within (enter the number of days) days after the termination of this sublease, the tenant shall return the security deposit to the subtenant (minus any amount applied by the tenant in accordance with this section).
Any reason for retaining a portion of the security deposit will be explained in writing.
Mark the appropriate box if the security deposit will be subject to interest. You may select:
Tenants Failure to Give Possession
This section states that in the event the tenant is unable to deliver possession of the premises to the subtenant on the start date of the term, the tenant will not be subject to any liability for such failure, the validity of this sublease will not be affected, and the term will not be extended.
The subtenant will not be liable for rent until the tenant gives possession of the premises; provided, however, that if the tenant does not give possession of the premises to the tenant within (enter the number of days) days from the start date of the term, the subtenant may cancel this sublease by notice in writing.
Holdover Tenancy
This section states that unless this sublease has been extended by mutual written agreement of the parties, there will be no holding over past the term of this sublease under any circumstances. If it becomes necessary to commence legal action to remove the subtenant from the premises, the prevailing party will be entitled to attorney’s fees and costs in addition to damages.
Use of Premises
This section states that the premises will be occupied only by the subtenant and used only for residential purposes. The subtenant agrees not to use the premises for any unlawful or hazardous purpose.
Condition of Premises
This section states that the subtenant has examined the premises, including all appliances and fixtures (mark the box if the premises includes furnishings), and acknowledges that they are in good condition and repair, normal wear and tear excepted, and accepts them in its current condition.
At the end of the term, the subtenant agrees to surrender and deliver the possession of the premises to the tenant, including all appliances and fixtures (mark the box if the premises includes furnishings), in as good a condition as they were at the commencement of the term, reasonable wear and tear excepted.
This section further states that the subtenant will be liable to the tenant for any damage occurring to the premises and any damage to or loss of the contents thereof which are done by the subtenant or the subtenant’s guests or invitees.
Maintenance and Repairs
This section states that the subtenant will maintain the premises, including the grounds (if the premises is a house) and all appliances and fixtures (mark the box if the premises includes furnishings), in clean, sanitary and good condition, and repair. The subtenant shall not paint, otherwise redecorate, add or change locks, or make any other alterations to the premises without the prior written consent of the tenant. The subtenant will not remove the tenant’s or the landlord’s appliances and fixtures (mark the box if the premises includes furnishings) from the premises for any purpose.
If repairs other than general maintenance are required, the subtenant will notify the tenant of such repairs. In the event this sublease includes shared common areas, appliances, fixtures and furnishings, the subtenant shall be entitled to the reasonable use thereof and shall be responsible for repairing or replacing the foregoing in the event they are damaged or missing due to any act or omission of the subtenant.
Smoking
Mark the appropriate box if smoking is permitted on the premises. You may select:
Pets
Mark the appropriate box if pets are permitted on the premises. You may select:
The unauthorized presence of any pet may subject the subtenant to penalties, damages, deductions, and termination of this sublease. Properly trained service animals that provide assistance to individuals with disabilities will be permitted on the premises with the prior written consent of the tenant. The subtenant will be responsible for the costs of de-fleaing, deodorizing, and/or shampooing all or any portion of the premises if a pet has been on the premises at any time during the term.
Inspection Checklist
Mark the appropriate box if the subtenant is required to complete an inspection checklist. You may select:
Obligations of the Parties
This section states that the subtenant agrees to assume and agrees to perform and comply with all of the obligations and responsibilities of the tenant under the original lease for the term, except as otherwise set forth in this sublease. The subtenant agrees to comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, requirements, and regulations of any federal, state, county, municipal, or other authority.
The tenant agrees to maintain the original lease for the length of the term, subject, however, to any earlier termination of the original lease without the fault of the tenant. The tenant will remain obligated to pay rent and perform and comply with all of its obligations under the original lease or by law, including, if applicable, payment of resident income tax.
Liability
This section states that the tenant is not responsible or liable for any loss, claim, damage, or expense as a result of any incident, injury, or damage to any person or property occurring anywhere on the premises, including but not limited to the subtenant and invitees of the subtenant, unless resulting from the gross negligence or willful misconduct of the tenant.
Right of Entry
This section states that the tenant or the landlord or their respective agents may enter the premises at reasonable times to inspect, make any alterations, improvements, or repairs, or to show the premises to a prospective tenant, buyer, or lender.
In the event of an emergency, the tenant or the landlord may enter the premises at any time.
Assignment or Subletting
Mark the appropriate box if the subtenant may assign or sublet the premises. You may select:
Notices
This section states that all notices given under this sublease must be in writing. A notice is effective upon receipt and shall be delivered in person, sent by overnight courier service or sent via certified or registered mail, addressed to the tenant or the subtenant (or to another address as that party may designate upon reasonable notice to the other party).
Enter the names and addresses of the tenant and the subtenant.
No Waiver
This section states that neither the tenant nor the subtenant shall be deemed to have waived any provision or the exercise of any rights held under this sublease unless such waiver is made expressly in writing.
Severability
This section states that if any provision of this sublease is held invalid, illegal, or unenforceable in whole or in part, the remaining provisions shall not be affected and shall continue to be valid, legal, and enforceable as though the invalid, illegal, or unenforceable part had not been included in this sublease.
Governing Law
This section states that this sublease and the rights and obligations of the parties hereto shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of (select from the drop-down list), without regard to its conflicts of laws provisions.
Disputes
Mark the appropriate box indicating how disputes in this sublease shall be resolved. You may select:
Amendments
This section states that this sublease may be amended or modified only by a written agreement signed by both parties.
Counterparts
This section states that this sublease may be executed in one or more counterparts, each of which shall be deemed to be an original, and all of which together shall constitute one and the same document.
Headings
This section states that the section headings herein are for reference purposes only and shall not otherwise affect the meaning, construction, or interpretation of any provision in this sublease.
Entire Agreement
This section states that this sublease contains the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes and cancels all prior agreements of the parties, whether oral or written, with respect to the subject matter.
Miscellaneous
Enter other miscellaneous concerns regarding this sublease.
Tenant Signature
Affix the tenant’s signature.
Tenant Full Name
Enter the tenant’s full name.
Subtenant Signature
Affix the subtenant’s signature.
Subtenant Full Name
Enter the subtenant’s full name.
Sublease Inspection Checklist
Residential Address of Premises
Enter the residential address of the premises.
Move-In Date
Enter the subtenant’s move-in date.
Subtenant
Enter the name of the subtenants.
Living Room
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the walls and ceiling. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the floor and floor covering. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the doors, locks, and knobs. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the windows and screens. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the window coverings. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the baseboards or moldings. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the paint or wallpaper. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the lighting fixtures. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the outlets and switches. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the smoke detector. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the fireplace. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the furniture. You may select:
Enter other fixtures, if any, and additional comments in the appropriate spaces.
Dining Room
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the walls and ceiling. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the floor and floor covering. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the doors and locks. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the windows and screens. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the window coverings. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the baseboards or moldings. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the paint or wallpaper. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the lighting fixtures. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the outlets and switches. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the smoke detector. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the furniture. You may select:
Enter other fixtures, if any, and additional comments in the appropriate spaces.
Kitchen
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the walls and ceiling. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the floor and floor covering. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the doors and locks. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the windows and screens. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the window coverings. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the baseboards or moldings. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the paint or wallpaper. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the lighting fixtures. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the outlets and switches. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the smoke detector. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the cabinets and drawers. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the countertops and shelves. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the sink and faucet. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the garbage disposal. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the dishwasher. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the trash compactor. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the stove and burners. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the stove hood or fan. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the oven. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the microwave or convection. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the refrigerator. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the freezer and ice maker. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the furniture. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the small appliances. You may select:
Enter other fixtures, if any, and additional comments in the appropriate spaces.
Master Bedroom, Guest Bedroom, and Office/Small Bedroom
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the walls and ceiling. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the floor and floor covering. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the doors and locks. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the windows and screens. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the window coverings. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the baseboards or moldings. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the paint or wallpaper. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the lighting fixtures. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the outlets and switches. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the smoke detector. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the furniture. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the closets or shelves. You may select:
Enter other fixtures, if any, and additional comments in the appropriate spaces.
Master Bathroom and Guest Bathroom
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the walls and ceiling. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the floor and floor covering. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the doors and locks. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the windows and screens. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the window coverings. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the baseboards or moldings. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the paint or wallpaper. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the lighting fixtures or fans. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the outlets and switches. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the countertops or drawers. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the sink and toilet. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the bathtub and shower. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the mirror or cabinet. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the towel racks or holders. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the water temperature or pressure. You may select:
Enter other fixtures, if any, and additional comments in the appropriate spaces.
Hall/Closets
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the walls and ceiling. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the floor and floor covering. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the doors and locks. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the windows and screens. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the window coverings. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the baseboards or moldings. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the paint or wallpaper. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the lighting fixtures or fans. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the outlets and switches. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the smoke detector. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the furniture. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the shelves. You may select:
Enter other fixtures, if any, and additional comments in the appropriate spaces.
Other
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the thermostats. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the furnace or filters. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the air conditioner. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the water heater. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the water softener. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the security system. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the doorbell. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the mailbox. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the stairs. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the gate or garage remote. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the fire extinguisher. You may select:
Mark the appropriate box indicating the condition of the patio, terrace, or deck. You may select:
Enter other fixtures, if any, and additional comments in the appropriate spaces.
Finally, enter the number of keys you received.
Subtenant Signature
Affix the subtenant’s signature.
Subtenant Name
Enter the subtenant’s name.
Date
Enter the date the subtenant signed this sublease.
Tenant Signature
Affix the tenant’s signature.
Tenant Name
Enter the tenant’s name.
Date
Enter the date the tenant signed this sublease.
Landlord Consent to Sublease Agreement
Mark the appropriate box indicating the tenant’s lease agreement. You may select:
Enter the date of the agreement.
Landlord
Enter the name of the landlord.
Tenant
Enter the name of the tenant and the address where the premises is located.
Enter the name of the subtenant and the effective date of this sublease.
Landlord Signature
Affix the landlord’s signature.
Landlord Name
Enter the landlord’s name.
Date
Enter the date the landlord signed this sublease.
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