Residential Lease Agreement
123 Maple Street, Unit 4B · Austin, TX 78701
lease_123maple.pdf · 9 pages
Residential Lease Agreement
Oak Ridge Properties LLC ("Landlord") and Jordan M. Riley ("Tenant") · March 1, 2026
1. Term

1.1 The lease term shall commence on March 1, 2026 and expire on February 28, 2027 ("Initial Term").

1.2 Unless Tenant provides written notice of non-renewal no fewer than sixty (60) days prior to lease expiration, this Agreement shall automatically renew for successive twelve (12) month terms at the then-current market rate as determined solely by Landlord.

2. Rent

2.1 Tenant agrees to pay $1,450.00 per month, due on the first day of each calendar month.

2.2 A late fee of $75 shall be assessed if rent is not received by the 5th of the month.

2.3 Landlord reserves the right to adjust the monthly rent amount with thirty (30) days written notice to Tenant at any time during the lease term.

3. Security Deposit

3.1 Tenant shall deposit $2,900.00 as a security deposit upon execution of this Agreement.

3.2 Landlord shall return the security deposit within sixty (60) days of Tenant vacating the premises, minus deductions for damages beyond normal wear and tear, unpaid rent, and any cleaning fees deemed necessary by Landlord at Landlord's sole discretion.

4. Landlord Entry

4.1 Landlord or Landlord's agents may enter the premises at any time for inspection, repairs, or showing to prospective tenants or buyers without prior notice to Tenant.

4.2 In cases of emergency, Landlord may enter immediately without notice.

5. Pets

5.1 No pets of any kind are permitted on the premises without prior written consent from Landlord.

5.2 If consent is granted, a non-refundable pet fee of $500 per pet shall be due upon approval.

6. Alterations

6.1 Tenant shall not make any alterations, additions, or improvements to the premises without prior written consent of Landlord.

6.2 Any improvements or additions made by Tenant, whether or not consented to by Landlord, shall become the property of Landlord at the termination of this Agreement without compensation to Tenant.

7. Early Termination

7.1 If Tenant terminates this Agreement prior to the expiration of the lease term, Tenant shall be liable for (a) two months' rent as a termination fee, (b) rent through the date a replacement tenant is found, and (c) all costs associated with re-leasing the unit including advertising and agent fees.

7.2 Tenant must provide sixty (60) days written notice of early termination intent.

8. Move-Out Condition

8.1 Tenant agrees to return the premises in the same condition as received, normal wear and tear excepted.

8.2 Tenant agrees to have the premises professionally cleaned prior to vacating. Failure to provide receipts for professional cleaning shall result in a deduction from the security deposit for cleaning costs as determined by Landlord.

9. Utilities

9.1 Tenant is responsible for all utilities including electricity, gas, water, internet, and renter's insurance.

9.2 Landlord shall maintain common area electricity and building water pressure.

10. Subletting

10.1 Tenant shall not sublet the premises or any portion thereof without prior written consent of Landlord, which may be withheld at Landlord's sole discretion.

11. Joint Liability

11.1 If more than one individual constitutes Tenant, each shall be jointly and severally liable for all obligations under this Agreement.

12. Noise and Conduct

12.1 Tenant shall not cause or permit any noise or conduct that unreasonably disturbs neighboring tenants or violates any applicable noise ordinance. Quiet hours are observed from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM daily.

12.2 Tenant shall be responsible for the conduct of all guests and occupants of the premises.

12.3 Any violation of noise or conduct standards, as determined at Landlord's sole discretion, may result in immediate lease termination with three (3) days written notice.

13. Parking

13.1 Tenant is assigned one (1) parking space in Lot B. Vehicles must display the provided parking pass at all times.

13.2 Additional vehicles may not be parked on the property without prior written approval from Landlord.

13.3 Landlord reserves the right to reassign or eliminate Tenant's parking space with thirty (30) days notice. No rent reduction shall be offered in the event of space elimination.

14. Renter's Insurance

14.1 Tenant is required to maintain a renter's insurance policy with a minimum of $100,000 in personal liability coverage throughout the duration of the lease term.

14.2 Landlord shall not be liable for any loss, damage, or injury to Tenant's personal property or person arising from any cause whatsoever, including but not limited to fire, theft, water damage, or negligence of Landlord or Landlord's agents. Tenant expressly waives all claims against Landlord for such losses.

14.3 Proof of insurance must be provided to Landlord within seven (7) days of occupancy and upon renewal each year.

15. Maintenance and Repairs

15.1 Tenant shall promptly notify Landlord in writing of any needed repairs or maintenance. Landlord shall address habitability-affecting repairs within a reasonable time.

15.2 Tenant shall be responsible for all repairs and maintenance costs under $150.00, including but not limited to light bulb replacement, drain clearing, and minor fixture repairs.

15.3 Tenant shall not attempt to repair appliances, HVAC, plumbing, or electrical systems without Landlord's written consent.

16. HOA Rules and Regulations

16.1 The premises are subject to the rules and regulations of the Oak Ridge Homeowners Association. Tenant agrees to comply with all current and future HOA rules.

16.2 Any fines or penalties assessed against Landlord by the HOA as a result of Tenant's actions shall be charged directly to Tenant and deducted from the security deposit or billed as additional rent. Tenant is responsible for obtaining and reviewing current HOA rules independently.

17. Abandonment

17.1 If Tenant vacates or abandons the premises prior to the end of the lease term without written notice, Landlord may immediately re-enter and re-lease the premises.

17.2 Tenant shall remain liable for all rent and associated costs through the end of the lease term regardless of whether a replacement tenant is secured.

18. Smoking Policy

18.1 Smoking of any substance, including tobacco and cannabis, is strictly prohibited inside the premises and within 25 feet of any building entrance.

18.2 Evidence of smoking inside the premises will result in a minimum remediation charge of $1,500.00 deducted from the security deposit, plus any additional documented costs.

19. Dispute Resolution

19.1 Any dispute arising under this Agreement shall first be submitted to binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association under its Consumer Arbitration Rules. Tenant waives the right to a jury trial and the right to participate in any class action proceeding.

19.2 Arbitration shall take place in Travis County, Texas. Each party shall bear its own costs unless the arbitrator finds a claim frivolous.

20. Entire Agreement

20.1 This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior negotiations, representations, or agreements. No oral promises shall be binding.

20.2 Any modifications to this Agreement must be made in writing and signed by both parties.

21. Governing Law

21.1 This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Texas.

21.2 In any legal action arising from this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorney's fees and court costs.

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Residential Lease Review
123 Maple Street, Unit 4B — Austin, TX 78701
Prepared for
Jordan M. Riley
Landlord
Oak Ridge Properties LLC
Lease term
March 1, 2026 – February 28, 2027
Generated
June 7, 2026 · 21 sections reviewed
55/100
This lease needs negotiation before signing. Our review found 5 high-risk clauses, 3 medium-risk clauses, and 1 well-drafted section. One clause likely violates Texas state law. Specific language to request is included with each finding.
Section Scores
Financial Terms72Acceptable
Lease Exit24High Risk
Property Use58Caution
Occupancy & Liability80Good
Move-Out Terms52Caution
Atypical Clauses22High Risk
This report is informational only and does not constitute legal advice. ReziLease identifies clauses to discuss with your landlord or an attorney; it does not determine enforceability.
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Findings — High Risk
01 Zero-notice landlord entry High Risk
Lease Exit · Clause 4.1
Clause 4.1 grants your landlord the right to enter at any time — for inspections, repairs, or showings — with no advance notice whatsoever. This is a serious privacy risk. Most Texas leases include at least 24 hours as a courtesy even though state law does not mandate it.
"...may enter the premises at any time...without prior notice to Tenant."
Add this language"Landlord shall provide no less than twenty-four (24) hours advance written notice before entering, except in genuine emergency."
02 Triple-stacked early termination penalty High Risk
Lease Exit · Clause 7.1
If you need to leave early, you owe three things simultaneously: (1) two months rent as a flat fee, (2) rent until a replacement is found, and (3) all re-leasing costs. This could easily exceed $5,000 on top of your remaining lease balance.
"...two months' rent...rent through the date a replacement tenant is found...all costs associated with re-leasing..."
Replace with"Tenant shall be liable for rent through the date a replacement tenant begins paying, not to exceed 60 days. No re-leasing fees shall be charged."
03 60-day deposit return — likely illegal in Texas High Risk
Financial Terms · Clause 3.2
Texas Property Code §92.103 requires landlords to return security deposits within 30 days. This lease doubles that window to 60 days, which violates state law. The "sole discretion" cleaning deduction language also removes any objective standard for disputes.
"...within sixty (60) days...cleaning fees deemed necessary by Landlord at Landlord's sole discretion."
Correct to"Landlord shall return the security deposit within thirty (30) days with an itemized written statement of deductions."
04 Blanket landlord liability waiver High Risk
Atypical Clauses · Clause 14.2
Clause 14.2 attempts to waive all landlord liability — including for their own negligence — for any damage to your property or injuries. This is unusually broad. While partially enforceable in Texas, it strips your legal recourse for legitimate claims like water damage caused by a known roof leak the landlord ignored.
"...including...negligence of Landlord or Landlord's agents. Tenant expressly waives all claims..."
Ask to remove or limit to"Landlord shall not be liable for loss caused by Tenant's own negligence. This waiver does not apply to damage caused by Landlord's acts or omissions."
05 HOA fines billed to tenant — rules not provided High Risk
Atypical Clauses · Clause 16.2
You can be charged for HOA violations you may not know about, since the lease explicitly puts the burden on you to "obtain and review HOA rules independently." If the HOA adds new rules mid-lease, you're liable for violations of rules that didn't exist when you signed.
"Tenant is responsible for obtaining and reviewing current HOA rules independently."
Add"Landlord shall provide Tenant with a current copy of all HOA rules at lease signing. Tenant shall not be liable for fines arising from HOA rule changes made after occupancy."
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Findings — Medium Risk
06 60-day auto-renewal notice window Medium Risk
Lease Exit · Clause 1.2
Standard leases require 30 days notice to avoid auto-renewal. This lease requires 60 — meaning you must decide to leave two full months early or be locked into another 12-month term at a rate set solely by the landlord.
"...no fewer than sixty (60) days prior to lease expiration..."
Change to"Tenant shall provide written notice of non-renewal no fewer than thirty (30) days prior to expiration. Any renewal shall be at the same monthly rate."
07 Mid-lease rent increases permitted Medium Risk
Financial Terms · Clause 2.3
Clause 2.3 allows the landlord to raise your rent at any point during the lease term with only 30 days notice. Most fixed-term leases lock in rent for the full term. You could agree to $1,450 and face a higher bill two months later.
"...adjust the monthly rent amount...at any time during the lease term."
Change to"Monthly rent of $1,450.00 shall remain fixed for the Initial Term and shall not increase except upon renewal."
08 Mandatory arbitration + jury trial waiver Medium Risk
Atypical Clauses · Clause 19.1
You are giving up your right to sue in court and your right to join a class action. Arbitration favors repeat players like landlords. This clause is increasingly common but meaningfully limits your legal options if a serious dispute arises.
"...binding arbitration...Tenant waives the right to a jury trial and...class action proceeding."
Try to remove or add"Either party may elect to resolve disputes in small claims court in lieu of arbitration for claims under $10,000."
What's Well-Drafted
09 Utility responsibilities clearly split Clear
Utilities · Clauses 9.1–9.2
All utility responsibilities are explicitly listed for both parties. No ambiguity. Tenant covers electricity, gas, water, internet, and renter's insurance. Landlord covers common area electricity and building water pressure. This is well-drafted.
ReziLease Lease Analysis Report · Generated June 7, 2026 · Not legal advice · Informational only. Always consult a licensed attorney for legal questions about your lease.
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