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Free Massachusetts Residential Lease Agreement

Download a professional Massachusetts Residential Lease Agreement template. Compliant with MA landlord-tenant laws, including security deposit regulations.

313 wordsUpdated May 14, 2026

Who is this template for?

Landlords in Massachusetts seeking a legally compliant lease agreement for single-family homes or apartments.
Property managers requiring a standardized, comprehensive rental contract for multi-unit buildings.
Tenants and landlords looking to formalize a rental arrangement with clear terms regarding security deposits, maintenance, and state-specific disclosures.
Real estate investors needing a robust template that includes mandatory Massachusetts lead paint and fire safety disclosures.

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1. PARTIES

This Residential Lease Agreement (the "Agreement") is made and entered into this [DATE] by and between [LANDLORD NAME] ("Landlord") and [TENANT NAME(S)] ("Tenant").

2. PROPERTY

Landlord agrees to lease to Tenant, and Tenant agrees to lease from Landlord, the premises located at [ADDRESS], including the following parking spaces and storage units: [DESCRIPTION].

3. TERM

The term of this lease shall commence on [START DATE] and shall terminate on [END DATE] at 11:59 PM. If Tenant remains in possession after the expiration of the term, the tenancy shall be considered a month-to-month tenancy at the same rental rate unless otherwise agreed in writing.

4. RENT

Tenant agrees to pay Landlord a monthly rent of $[AMOUNT], due on the first day of each month. Payments shall be made via [PAYMENT METHOD]. A late fee of $[AMOUNT] shall be assessed if rent is not received by [DATE].

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