Real Estate
Forms Legal provides free real estate and tenancy templates — residential and commercial leases, rental agreements, notices to vacate, and property purchase contracts — for 30 jurisdictions in their official language. Each document cites the applicable tenancy or property statute, is completed through a guided editor, and downloads as PDF or Word with no signup or fee.
When Do You Need Real Estate Documents?
- Renting or leasing residential or commercial property
- Buying or selling real estate, land, or buildings
- Managing rental properties as a landlord or property manager
- Subleasing a unit or adding roommates to an existing lease
- Modifying lease terms with addendums or amendments
- Issuing eviction notices or handling security deposit disputes
Essential Elements of Real Estate Agreements
- Complete property description including address, unit number, and legal description
- Lease duration, renewal terms, and rent escalation provisions
- Security deposit amounts and return conditions per state/provincial law
- Maintenance and repair responsibilities for landlord and tenant
- Required disclosures (lead paint, mold, flood zone, bed bugs)
- Early termination clauses and notice period requirements
- Rules regarding pets, guests, subletting, and property modifications
Pro Tip: Real estate laws vary significantly by jurisdiction. Security deposit limits, required disclosures, and eviction procedures differ from state to state. Always verify that your documents comply with local landlord-tenant regulations.
Subcategories
Leases & Rentals
Residential leases, month-to-month rentals, room rental, sublease, and rental applications. Free templates — download PDF or Word, no signup required (2...
Purchase & Sale
Property purchase agreements, land contracts, and real estate sale documents. Free templates — download PDF or Word, no signup required (2026).
Property & Deeds
Deeds, easements, property management, mortgage documents, and transfer forms. Free templates — download PDF or Word, no signup required (2026).
Notices & Evictions
Eviction notices, rent increase letters, lease termination notices, and landlord communications. Free templates — download PDF or Word, no signup requir...
Commercial Leases
Commercial lease agreements, office space rentals, and retail property contracts. Free templates — download PDF or Word, no signup required (2026).
Real Estate Agreements
Broker agreements, easements, and other property-related agreements. Free templates — download PDF or Word, no signup required (2026).
Popular Real Estate Templates
Lease Agreement
Renting out a house or apartment? A Lease Agreement is the backbone of any landlord-tenant relationship. It spells out the rent, security deposit, lease term, maintenance duties, and house rules — so both sides know exactly where they stand. Without one, disagreements turn into legal headaches fast. Our template covers everything from late fees and pet policies to early termination and renewal options. Enter your property details, preview the lease live, and download as PDF or Word — free, no sign-up required.
Commercial Lease Agreement
Renting a commercial space is a big commitment — whether you're opening your first storefront, leasing an office, or setting up a warehouse. A Commercial Lease Agreement protects both the landlord and the tenant by putting every important detail in writing: rent amount, lease term, security deposit, permitted uses, maintenance responsibilities, and what happens if someone wants out early. Skip this step, and you're asking for trouble down the road. Our free template covers all the key clauses including rent escalation, common area fees, insurance requirements, and renewal options. Download as PDF or Word.
Real Estate Purchase Agreement
Buying or selling a home is probably the biggest financial transaction of your life — and it all hinges on the purchase agreement. This contract spells out the price, financing terms, contingencies, closing date, and what's included in the sale. Miss a detail here and you could face costly disputes later. Whether you're a first-time buyer or a seasoned investor, having a solid agreement matters. Our free template covers every critical section. Fill in the details, preview in real time, and download as PDF or Word.
Eviction Notice
No landlord wants to evict a tenant, but sometimes it’s unavoidable — unpaid rent, lease violations, or the need to reclaim the property. An Eviction Notice is the legally required first step in the process. It formally tells the tenant what the issue is, what they need to do to fix it (if applicable), and how much time they have before further legal action begins. Serving a proper notice is critical; get it wrong, and the court may throw out your case. Our free template covers the tenant details, reason for eviction, cure period, and deadline. Download as PDF or Word.
Sublease Agreement
Moving out temporarily but don't want to break your lease? A Sublease Agreement lets you rent your place to someone else while you're away. It defines the sublessee's rent, move-in and move-out dates, what's included (furniture, utilities), house rules, and your responsibilities as the original tenant. Most landlords require written consent, and this document shows you've handled it properly. It protects you, your subtenant, and keeps your landlord in the loop. Our free template covers it all. Fill it out and download as PDF or Word.
Quitclaim Deed
Need to transfer property ownership quickly without the hassle of a full title search? A Quitclaim Deed is the fastest way to do it. It transfers whatever interest the grantor has in a property — no warranties, no guarantees about the title. It's commonly used between family members, during divorce settlements, or to add or remove someone from a title. It's simple, but the legal weight is real. Our free template covers grantor and grantee details, property description, and consideration. Fill it out online and download as PDF or Word.
Deed of Sale
Transferring ownership of real estate or high-value property? A Deed of Sale is the legal document that makes it official. Unlike a simple bill of sale, a deed carries more weight — it’s typically used for land, buildings, and major assets where a formal transfer of title is required. The document identifies both parties, describes the property in detail, states the sale price, and includes warranties about the seller’s right to transfer ownership. Our free template covers everything you need: property description, purchase price, title warranties, and signature blocks. Fill it out online, preview, and download as PDF or Word.
Lease Termination Notice
Ready to move out — or need a tenant to vacate? A Lease Termination Notice is the formal heads-up that ends a rental agreement. Whether you're a landlord or a tenant, sending proper written notice protects you legally and starts the clock on the move-out timeline. Skipping it can cost you your security deposit or expose you to holdover liability. Our template includes the termination date, reason, move-out instructions, and deposit details. Fill it in, preview, and download as PDF or Word — free, no sign-up.
Rent Increase Notice
Raising the rent? You can't just tell your tenant verbally and hope for the best. Most states require a formal written notice with specific advance timing — typically 30 to 60 days. A Rent Increase Notice documents the current rent, the new amount, the effective date, and any lease terms that apply. It keeps things professional and legally defensible. Skip it, and you might not be able to enforce the increase at all. Our free template makes it easy — fill in the numbers, preview the letter, and download as PDF or Word.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, every real estate legal template on Forms Legal is 100% free to download as PDF or Word. No registration, no email required, no paywall. We make money through optional add-on services, never by gating the templates themselves.
Each real estate legal template is structured to follow the relevant statutes and standard market practice. Forms Legal templates reference specific laws (e.g. BGB, ZGB, USC, Companies Act) and are reviewed against the editorial guidelines published at /editorial-guidelines. They are intended as starting points; for high-stakes matters we recommend a final review by a licensed attorney.
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Yes. Every real estate legal template downloads as both PDF and editable Microsoft Word (.docx) format. Open the .docx in Word, Google Docs, LibreOffice or any Word-compatible editor and customize freely. The wizard fields you fill on the page are also pre-populated into the downloaded file.
Both PDF (signature-ready, fixed layout) and Microsoft Word .docx (fully editable). The PDF is best for print or e-signature flows. The Word version is best when you need to add jurisdiction-specific clauses, change party names in bulk, or integrate the template into your firm's standard document set.
Yes. Forms Legal reviews all real estate legal templates against current statutory references and amends them when laws change. Major updates include the German NachwG 2022 reform, EU AI Act 2025 references, US Privacy framework changes, and per-jurisdiction tax-year refreshes. The "Last reviewed" date is shown at the top of each template page.