Missouri Standard Residential Lease Agreement Template

A Missouri standard residential lease agreement is a written document that outlines the terms and conditions of a rental arrangement between a landlord and tenant. Before signing the lease, both parties typically inspect the rental unit and negotiate details such as rent amount, length of lease, utilities, and termination options.

Once signed, the lease becomes a legally binding contract. The agreement usually lasts for a fixed term of one year and requires a rental application, credit check, and fee before approval.

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• Lease Length Considerations
• Required Disclosures
• Security Deposit
• Rent Payment
• Landlord Resources
• Related Forms

Lease Length Considerations

• Leases can be of any length of time, provided that the lease term is clearly specified and mutually agreed upon in writing by both the landlord and the tenant.
• Oral leases are usually limited to terms of no more than one year.
• All tenancies that are not in writing and signed by parties shall be considered month-to-month. [1]

Required Disclosures

• Lead-based paint.
• Notice of Illegal Substance Contamination.
• Owner or manager contact information.

For comprehensive details on required disclosures and state laws, visit our Missouri lease agreement page.

Security Deposit

• Maximum Amount($): Two months’ rent. [2]
• Returning to Tenant: Within 30 days. [2]

Rent Payment

• Grace Period: None required by state law, but typically 5 days if provided in the lease.
• Maximum Late Fee: Not specified by state law; reasonable fees allowed.
• NSF Fee: $25 per bad check.

Landlord Resources

• Landlord-Tenant Laws –Chapter 441 (Landlord and Tenant).
• Handbook –Rights and Responsibilities of Landlords & Tenants (PDF).