Tenancy Contract (Furnished / Unfurnished)

Contract No.: _______________
Party A (Lessor): _______________
Party B (Lessee): _______________
Rental Property Address: _______________
Date of Signing: _______________

Article 1. Purpose of Agreement

Party A agrees to lease to Party B the property legally owned by Party A (hereinafter referred to as the “Leased Premises”), and Party B agrees to rent the property. This Agreement is entered into by both parties on the principles of equality, voluntariness, and good faith.

Article 2. Lease Term

  • Lease Start Date: ____ / ____ / ____ (YYYY/MM/DD)
  • Lease End Date: ____ / ____ / ____ (YYYY/MM/DD)
  • Total Lease Term: ____ months / quarters / years.

If renewal is required, both parties shall negotiate at least __ days in advance and enter into a separate written agreement.

Article 3. Rent and Payment

  1. Rent: ________ (currency) per month / quarter.
  2. Payment Method: Party B shall pay the rent on a monthly / quarterly basis, no later than the ____ day of each month.
  3. Payment Channels: Bank transfer, Alipay, WeChat, or other mutually agreed methods.

Article 4. Security Deposit

  1. Deposit Amount: ________ (currency).
  2. Purpose: The deposit shall serve as security for any property damage, unpaid rent, or other expenses arising during the lease term.
  3. Refund: Upon lease expiration, if the premises, furniture, and appliances are in good condition and all expenses are settled, Party A shall return the deposit within __ days.

Article 5. Delivery of Premises and Furniture

  1. Type of Lease: The premises under this Agreement are (Furnished / Unfurnished), confirmed by both parties upon signing.
  2. Furniture and Appliances List (if applicable):
    • Bed & Mattress: ____
    • Desk & Chairs: ____
    • Wardrobe: ____
    • Kitchen Appliances (refrigerator, microwave, stove, etc.): ____
    • Washer / Dryer: ____
    • Others: ____
    (Both parties shall confirm the actual items and condition upon handover, with photos archived if necessary.)
  3. In the case of an unfurnished lease, Party B shall provide their own furniture and living supplies, and Party A has no obligation to supply them.

Article 6. Use of Premises

  1. Party B shall use the premises for residential purposes only and shall not alter its use or structure without consent.
  2. Party B shall properly use the premises, furniture, and appliances, and shall not remove or dispose of Party A’s property without permission.
  3. Party B shall not sublet, assign, or lend the premises without Party A’s prior written consent.
  4. Where common areas (such as kitchen or laundry room) are shared with others, Party B shall maintain cleanliness.

Article 7. Utilities and Expenses

  1. Whether rent includes utilities (water, electricity, internet, etc.) shall be agreed upon: ________ (Included / Not included).
  2. Any excess usage or additional costs shall be borne by Party B.
  3. Repair costs shall be allocated as follows:
    • If caused by normal wear and tear or Party A’s responsibility → Party A bears the cost.
    • If caused by improper use by Party B → Party B bears the cost.

Article 8. Inspection and Maintenance

  1. Party A may enter the premises for inspection or maintenance with prior notice to Party B.
  2. Party B shall cooperate and ensure that the premises and furniture remain in good condition.

Article 9. Termination and Early Withdrawal

  1. If Party B needs to terminate the Agreement early, Party B shall notify Party A __ days in advance and pay a penalty equal to __ months’ rent.
  2. If Party A fails to deliver the premises or furniture in accordance with this Agreement, Party B has the right to terminate the Agreement and request a refund of the deposit and paid rent.
  3. If the Agreement cannot be performed due to force majeure (such as natural disasters, government policies, etc.), neither party shall be held liable.

Article 10. Breach of Contract

  1. If Party B delays rent payment, for every overdue __ days, Party B shall pay __% of the current rent as liquidated damages.
  2. If Party B damages furniture or appliances, Party B shall be responsible for repair or compensation.
  3. If Party A fails to provide furniture or perform maintenance obligations, Party A shall refund the relevant fees and bear liability for breach.

Article 11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

  1. This Agreement shall be governed by the law of the place where it is signed.
  2. In case of disputes, the parties shall first attempt to resolve through negotiation. If negotiation fails, the dispute shall be submitted to the local court or arbitration institution.

Article 12. Miscellaneous

  1. Contact Information: Party A __________; Party B __________.
  2. This Agreement is executed in two copies, one held by each party, both having equal legal effect.
  3. Matters not covered herein may be stipulated in a supplementary agreement.

Party A (Signature): __________________
Party B (Signature): __________________
Date: ____ / ____ / ____ (YYYY/MM/DD)