California

Rent, lease, and manage residential and commercial rental properties in California with these easy-to-use template forms for landlords and property managers.


Property managers in California must be licensed real estate brokers. Anyone who is hired to rent or lease or make offers to rent or lease properties, solicits listings or tenants, is involved in lease negotiations, or collects rents on behalf of owners must have a broker's license, or must work under the direct supervision of a licensed broker.

Rental property managers must be well versed in California landlord-tenant laws, contract negotiation, business administration, accounting, advertising, insurance, and repairs and maintenance, among other things.

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California 3-Day Notice to Pay or Quit Given by Manager

Is there a tenant in one of the properties you manage who is behind in the rent? Serve the tenant with this 3-Day Notice to Pay or Quit Given by Manager.

  • This form is for the State of California.
  • The Notice informs the tenant that he/she must pay the outstanding rent within 3 days of receipt of notice or vacate the premises.
  • Only rental property managers should use this form.

The California 3-Day Notice to Pay or Quit Given by Manager is a digital download in MS Word format.

$6.29

California Rental Application Form

Take applications from prospective tenants for a vacancy in a rental building with this California Rental Application Form for Residential Tenancy.

  • Tenants must supply information about:
    • current and previous employment,
    • monthly expenses,
    • rental history,
    • personal and credit references.
  • This form can be used by both landlords and rental property managers.
  • Available in MS Word format.
  • Intended to be used in the State of California.
$12.49

California Rental Property Management Agreement

Draw up a contract to manage a residential premises with this California Rental Property Management Agreement.

  • The manager is retained on an exclusive basis to rent, lease and manage the rental property.
  • The manager will be paid a percentage of the monthly rental amount for the property. If the manager undertakes additional work outside the scope of its duties, additional fees will be payable.
  • The owner authorizes the manager to collect rents, sign leases, issue late payment notices, undertake eviction proceedings, purchase supplies, make repairs, and pay all recurring bills on the property.
  • The property owner indemnifies the manager against claims arising from managing the property, including claims arising from the owner not making full disclosure about the property.
  • The owner is responsible for carrying public liability, property damage and worker's compensation insurance (as required).
  • Buy the form once, and it's yours to use as often as you require.
This California Rental Property Management Agreement is downloadable and fully editable.
$29.99

California Resident Manager Agreement

Hire a tenant to act as resident manager of your rental building with this California Resident Manager Agreement.

  • Under California Code of Regulations Title 25, Article 5, Section 42, any building with 16 or more units is required to have a resident manager.
  • The resident manager will be paid a salary, a portion of which will be paid by reduced rent on a rental unit to be occupied by the manager as a condition of employment.
  • The resident manager's duties can be as broad or as narrow as the building owner requires. Typically the manager would collect the rent, issue receipts, serve 3-day, 30-day and 60-day notices, provide cleaning and maintenance services, and show empty units to prospective tenants.
  • The manager's unit will be subject to the same rental increases as the other rental units.
  • The resident manager's right to occupy the unit will terminate when the employment ends. The contract template includes an optional provision for the manager to stay on as a tenant, at the option of the landlord.
  • Available in MS Word format.
  • Intended to be used only in the State of California.
$11.99

California Security Deposit Statement

CA landlords, prepare a statement of security deposit amounts for a tenant at the end of the tenancy with this California Security Deposit Refund and Claim Statement.

  • The Statement sets out the amount of the original security deposit and any additional deposits, less any deductions being made for unpaid rent or utilities, cleaning charges, repair charges, etc.
  • The final calculation shows whether a refund is being paid to the tenant or if any additional amount is still owing to the landlord.
  • This is a reusable rental property form. Buy, download, use it as often as you require.
  • The form can be filled in either on the computer or by hand.
  • Intended for use in the State of California.
$2.49

Listing Agreement for Rental Property Website | USA

This Listing Agreement template is for rental property listings websites on which landlords and property managers can post descriptions and photos of available rental units.

  • The Agreement is intended for websites operating in the United States.
  • The user will pay all applicable taxes related to the property rental.
  • The website owner represents that it is licensed to do business as a real estate broker and complies with all applicable state laws in every state in which it is required to do so.
  • The website owner also represents that it complies with all applicable state and federal laws that apply to renting and leasing, including the Fair Housing Act and Americans with Disabilities Act.
  • The website owner has no fiduciary duty to tenants or landlords who use the site.
  • Available in MS Word format, but can be converted to HTML.
$17.99

Pre-Occupancy Repairs Checklist | USA

Each time a tenant moves out, go through the premises and fill in this Pre-Occupancy Repairs Checklist of things that need fixing before a new tenant moves in.

  • The checklist can be used by rental property managers and landlords anywhere in the United States.
  • The checklist should be completed whenever a tenant moves out.
  • The form addresses all the areas that should be inspected (fixtures, appliances, flooring, windows, etc.) to note if any repairs or upgrades are needed before new tenants view the rental unit.
  • This is NOT an inspection or premises condition report, but it is a means of recording items that need to be addressed prior to showing the vacant unit.
  • This checklist makes your life easier by tracking and recording every repair that needs to be done.
  • Available in MS Word format.
$6.29

Tenant Reference Check by Phone

Run a reference check on an applicant for a rental unit with this handy Tenant Reference Check form, designed to be used for phone inquiries.

The form contains:
  • questions to ask the previous landlord and the applicant's employer,
  • a section for personal references,
  • a credit history section,
  • ample space to write down answers and comments,
  • a Consent form to be signed by the applicant, authorizing the background check.

The Tenant Reference Check form can be easily edited to change or make additions to the list of questions you want to ask. Buy and download the form and start using it right away.

$6.29

Tenant Request for Rental Unit Modifications

Tenants, ask your landlord for consent to make improvements to your rental property with this Tenant Request for Rental Unit Modifications form.

  • The letter requests the landlord's (or agent's) approval of alterations the tenant wants to make to the unit, at the tenant's sole expense.
  • The tenant agrees to restore the unit to its previous state at the end of the tenancy, if required by the landlord.
This Tenant Request for Rental Unit Modifications template is available in MS Word format. It is a generic form which is not specific to any country or region and can be used almost anywhere.
$2.29