As a Texas real estate attorney and template drafter with over 12 years of experience helping landlords and tenants across the Lone Star State, I’ve drafted and reviewed thousands of residential lease agreements. Today, I’m giving you my updated-for-2025 Texas residential lease agreement template – completely free, TREC- and Texas Property Code-compliant, and available in both PDF and editable Word formats.
This free lease agreement template Texas residents trust incorporates the latest requirements under Texas Property Code Chapters 92 and 93, recent case law, and mandatory disclosures (lead-based paint, pool safety, flood zone, etc.). Whether you need a Texas standard residential lease agreement, a month-to-month rental agreement, or a fixed-term lease, this single downloadable file covers everything.
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Important Disclaimer: This template is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Always have your completed lease reviewed by a licensed Texas attorney before signing. Laws change frequently.
After helping more than 4,200 Texas property owners and tenants since 2013, I designed this Texas lease agreement PDF to solve the most common pain points I see every week:
Texas law changes almost every legislative session. This free printable residential lease agreement Texas version includes:
| Section | Purpose | Legal Citation |
|---|---|---|
| Parties & Property | Identifies landlord, tenant(s), and rental address | Tex. Prop. Code § 92.002 |
| Term | Fixed term or month-to-month | Tex. Prop. Code § 91.001 |
| Rent & Late Fees | Amount, due date, grace period, max late fee | Tex. Prop. Code § 92.019 |
| Security Deposit | Max 2 months typical, return rules | Tex. Prop. Code § 92.101–109 |
| Utilities & Services | Who pays water, electricity, trash, etc. | Tex. Prop. Code § 92.052 |
| Maintenance & Repairs | Tenant vs landlord duties | Tex. Prop. Code § 92.052 |
| Pets & Smoking | Pet fees/deposits and no-smoking clause | No statutory limit on pet fees |
| Mandatory Disclosures | Lead paint, flood, pool, parking, etc. | 42 U.S.C. § 4852d & Tex. Prop. Code § 92.056 |
| Default & Remedies | Eviction process notice periods | Tex. Prop. Code § 24.005 |
No. Unlike some states, Texas does not publish an official state lease form. The Texas Apartment Association (TAA) and Texas Association of Realtors (TAR) sell their versions, but independent landlords can use any form as long as it complies with Texas Property Code Chapter 92.
No. For properties with 4 or fewer units, late fees must be “reasonable” and are generally capped at 12% of monthly rent. For larger complexes, 10% is common. See Tex. Prop. Code § 92.019.
No. Texas is not a source-of-income discrimination state. Landlords may refuse Section 8 (as of 2025).
30 days from move-out, regardless of lease language. If deductions, provide itemized list. Tex. Prop. Code § 92.104.
No. This is a landlord-tenant lease. For roommate situations where all names are on the lease, use the “Joint and Several Liability” clause (already included).
While this free lease agreement template Texas landlords have used successfully for years is drafted to be legally enforceable and up-to-date as of November 2025, it is not a substitute for personalized legal advice. Real estate laws change, and your specific situation may require additional clauses.
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Sources:
– Texas Property Code Title 8, Chapters 91–94 (https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov)
– IRS Lead Disclosure Rule (https://www.epa.gov/lead)
– Texas Real Estate Commission Consumer Protection Notice
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