Two ways to rent in Arizona
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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.
Create a fixed-term leaseMonth-to-Month Rental Agreement
A flexible tenancy that renews each month and ends with proper written notice from either party.
Create a month-to-month agreementOverview
Renting out a home in Arizona? 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. Arizona residential tenancies are governed by the Arizona Residential Landlord and Tenant Act in Chapter 10 of Title 33.
Arizonalease rules & requirements
Security deposit
Arizona caps security (including any prepaid rent) at one and one-half months' rent under A.R.S. 33-1321. Any fee or deposit not designated nonrefundable in writing is treated as refundable. After move-out and the tenant's demand, the landlord has 14 business days to return the deposit with an itemized list of any deductions.
Late fees
Arizona 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 must be reasonable. Stating the amount and any grace period clearly in the lease keeps it enforceable.
Landlord entry & notice
Under A.R.S. 33-1343, the landlord must give at least two days' notice of intent to enter and may enter only at reasonable times. No advance notice is required for an emergency, and a tenant's maintenance request counts as permission to enter for that work.
Required disclosures
The landlord must disclose in writing the name and address of the owner (or an authorized agent) and the manager under A.R.S. 33-1322, give the tenant a move-in form to note existing damage, state the purpose of any nonrefundable fee, and provide bedbug educational materials under A.R.S. 33-1319. For homes built before 1978, the federal lead-based-paint disclosure also applies.
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 periodic rental date, under A.R.S. 33-1375.
Does it need notarizing?
No. An Arizona 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.
This is general information, not legal advice. Confirm the current rules under the Arizona Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (Arizona Revised Statutes Title 33, Chapter 10).
How to write a Arizona lease agreement
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Choose the lease type — a fixed-term lease (set start and end dates) or a month-to-month tenancy.
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Add the property details and the landlord's and tenant(s)' full legal names and addresses.
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Set the monthly rent, the due date, accepted payment methods, and any late or NSF fees.
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Set the security deposit (capped at one and one-half months' rent in Arizona) and when it's returned, plus any pet, parking, smoking, or utility terms.
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Add the required disclosures (owner or manager identity, move-in form, bedbug materials, and lead-based paint for pre-1978 homes) and any house rules.
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The landlord and every tenant sign and date the lease — and each keeps a copy.
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Open the free builderWhat to include
- Landlord & tenant(s) — names and addresses
- Property, lease type & term
- Rent — amount, due date & payment methods
- Security deposit, late & NSF fees
- Pets, parking, smoking & utilities
- Disclosures & signatures
Arizona lease agreement FAQ
Does an Arizona residential lease need to be notarized?
No. A residential lease in Arizona 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 Arizona?
Yes. Arizona caps security, including any prepaid rent, at one and one-half months' rent under A.R.S. 33-1321. Any fee or deposit not labeled nonrefundable in writing is treated as refundable.
How long does an Arizona landlord have to return the deposit?
14 business days (excluding weekends and legal holidays) after the tenancy ends and the tenant demands it. The landlord must provide an itemized list of any deductions along with the balance due.
How much can a late fee be in Arizona?
Arizona 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 Arizona?
At least 30 days' written notice from either the landlord or the tenant, given before the periodic rental date, under A.R.S. 33-1375.
Does the landlord have to give notice before entering in Arizona?
Yes. A.R.S. 33-1343 requires at least two days' notice of intent to enter, and entry must be at reasonable times. Emergencies and tenant-requested maintenance are exceptions.
What must an Arizona lease disclose?
The owner's or agent's and manager's name and address under A.R.S. 33-1322, a move-in damage form, the purpose of any nonrefundable fee, bedbug educational materials under A.R.S. 33-1319, and the federal lead-based-paint disclosure for homes built before 1978.
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