AK residential lease
Alaska Residential Lease Agreement
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Overview
Alaska at a glance
Reviewed July 2026
- Deposit limit
- 2 months' rent
- Deposit return
- 14 or 30 days
- Late fee
- Must be reasonable
- Notice to enter
- 24 hours
- Month-to-month notice
- 30 days
The lead-based paint disclosure for pre-1978 housing is federal law (EPA). Check the Alaska Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (Alaska Statutes Title 34, Chapter 34.03) for the current limits before you sign.
Renting out a home in Alaska? A residential lease agreement is the contract that protects both sides - it sets the rent, the term, the deposit, and the rules the landlord and tenant agree to, and it's your proof of what was agreed if a dispute ever comes up. Alaska residential tenancies are governed by the Alaska Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act in Chapter 34.03 of the Alaska Statutes.
Lease types
Two ways to rent in Alaska
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Standard Residential Lease Agreement
A fixed-term lease with set start and end dates (usually one year) - best for a long-term tenant.
Month-to-Month Rental Agreement
A flexible tenancy that renews each month and ends with proper written notice from either party.
State rules
Alaska lease rules & requirements
The rules people ask about most, answered for Alaska.
Security deposit
Under AS 34.03.070, the security deposit plus any prepaid rent may not exceed two months' rent, though this cap does not apply when the rent is more than $2,000 a month. A landlord may also require a separate pet deposit of up to one month's rent for a non-service animal. The deposit, less itemized deductions, must be returned after move-out.
Late fees
Alaska has no statute that caps late fees or sets a mandatory grace period. A late fee is enforceable only if the lease provides for it, and it should be a reasonable estimate of the landlord's costs when rent is paid late. Spelling out the amount and any grace period in the lease keeps it enforceable.
Landlord entry & notice
Under AS 34.03.140, the landlord must give the tenant at least 24 hours' notice and may enter only at reasonable times. No advance notice is required for an emergency, where the tenant has abandoned the unit, or to provide services or repairs the tenant has requested.
Required disclosures
At or before the start of the tenancy, the landlord must disclose in writing the name and address of the person authorized to manage the premises and of an owner or agent authorized to receive notices and demands, under AS 34.03.080. For homes built before 1978, the federal lead-based-paint disclosure and EPA pamphlet are also required.
Ending the lease
A fixed-term lease simply ends on its end date. A month-to-month tenancy can be ended by either party with at least 30 days' written notice before the rental due date, under AS 34.03.290.
Does it need notarizing?
No. An Alaska residential lease doesn't need to be notarized or witnessed - it's binding once the landlord and tenant(s) sign. Each party should keep a signed copy.
Rules change. This is general information, not legal advice - confirm the current rules under the Alaska Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (Alaska Statutes Title 34, Chapter 34.03).
Step by step
How to write a Alaska lease agreement
Choose the lease type - a fixed-term lease (set start and end dates) or a month-to-month tenancy.
Add the property details and the landlord's and tenant(s)' full legal names and addresses.
Set the monthly rent, the due date, accepted payment methods, and any late or NSF fees.
Set the security deposit (deposit plus prepaid rent capped at two months' rent in Alaska) and when it's returned, plus any pet, parking, smoking, or utility terms.
Add the required disclosures (owner or manager identity, and lead-based paint for pre-1978 homes) and any house rules.
The landlord and every tenant sign and date the lease - and each keeps a copy.
Document checklist
What to include
Parties, property and rent
- Landlord and tenant(s)full legal names and mailing addresses
- Property and lease typethe address, and fixed-term or month-to-month
- Rentamount, due date and accepted payment methods
Deposit, rules and signatures
- Security deposit and feesthe deposit, plus late and NSF fees
- House rulespets, parking, smoking and who pays which utilities
- Disclosures and signaturesrequired disclosures, then both parties sign
Common questions
Alaska lease agreement FAQ
Does an Alaska residential lease need to be notarized?
No. A residential lease in Alaska doesn't have to be notarized or witnessed. It's legally binding once the landlord and tenant(s) sign it.
Is there a limit on the security deposit in Alaska?
Yes. Under AS 34.03.070, the deposit plus any prepaid rent is capped at two months' rent - but the cap does not apply when the rent is over $2,000 a month. A separate pet deposit of up to one month's rent is also allowed for a non-service animal.
How long does an Alaska landlord have to return the deposit?
14 days after the tenancy ends and the tenant delivers possession if there are no deductions, or 30 days if the landlord deducts for unpaid rent or damages. The landlord must mail the refund and an itemized statement of any deductions to the tenant.
How much can a late fee be in Alaska?
Alaska sets no statutory cap on late fees, so the fee must simply be reasonable and stated in the lease. A reasonable late fee reflects the actual cost to the landlord when rent is paid late.
How much notice ends a month-to-month lease in Alaska?
At least 30 days' written notice from either the landlord or the tenant, given before the rental due date, under AS 34.03.290.
Does the landlord have to give notice before entering in Alaska?
Yes. AS 34.03.140 requires at least 24 hours' notice, and entry must be at reasonable times. Emergencies and tenant-requested repairs are exceptions.
What must an Alaska lease disclose?
The name and address of the property manager and of an owner or agent authorized to receive notices, under AS 34.03.080, plus the federal lead-based-paint disclosure for homes built before 1978.
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