Texas Month-to-Month Lease Overview
Texas month-to-month leases are governed by the Texas Property Code Chapter 92. Texas provides basic tenant protections.
Texas has no deposit limit, no rent control (and prohibits local rent control), and requires deposits to be returned within 30 days. The lease agreement is the primary governing document.
30 days
Notice to terminate
30 days
Rent increase notice
No statutory limit
Security deposit limit
No statutory limit
Late fee rules
Texas Month-to-Month Termination Notice Requirements
Texas requires at least one month written notice to terminate a month-to-month tenancy, unless the lease specifies otherwise.
Important: Written Notice Required
Texas requires that termination notice be in writing. Verbal notice is generally not sufficient and may not be enforceable in court. Keep a copy of any notice you send or receive, and consider using certified mail or hand-delivery with a witness to prove delivery.
Texas Rent Increase Notice Periods
Texas landlords must provide at least 30 days notice before increasing rent. Texas has no rent control.
How to Create a Texas Month-to-Month Lease
Follow these steps to create a legally compliant month-to-month lease agreement for Texas.
Identify the Parties and Property
Include the full legal names of the landlord and all tenants, the complete rental property address (including unit number), and the date the lease begins. Specify that this is a month-to-month tenancy that automatically renews.
Set the Rent and Payment Terms
State the monthly rent amount, the due date, acceptable payment methods, any grace period, and late fee terms. Under Texas law, be sure to comply with any state requirements for grace periods and late fee limits.
Document the Security Deposit
Record the security deposit amount, how it will be held, conditions for deductions, and the return timeline. Texas limits security deposits to No statutory limit and has specific requirements for how and when the deposit must be returned.
Include Notice Requirements
Clearly state the required notice period for termination (30 days in Texas) and rent increases (30 days). Include how notice must be delivered (certified mail, hand delivery, etc.) and when the notice period begins.
Add House Rules and Sign
Include provisions for pets, guests, noise, parking, maintenance responsibilities, and any other rules. Both landlord and tenant should sign and date the agreement. Provide copies to all parties.
Official Texas Resources
Use these official resources to verify Texas landlord-tenant requirements and access state government information.
Other Texas Lease Agreement Types
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Texas Month-to-Month Lease FAQ
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