California Sublease Agreement

A California sublease agreement is a written arrangement that involves a residential tenant leasing their rental property to a subtenant. The tenant may choose to rent out the entire property or a portion of the living space to the subtenant. The original lease signed by the tenant and landlord remains in effect and the tenant continues to be responsible for the property.

California Sublease Agreement

A California sublease agreement is a written arrangement that involves a residential tenant leasing their rental property to a subtenant. The tenant may choose to rent out the entire property or a portion of the living space to the subtenant. The original lease signed by the tenant and landlord remains in effect and the tenant continues to be responsible for the property.

Last updated January 17th, 2024

A California sublease agreement is a written arrangement that involves a residential tenant leasing their rental property to a subtenant. The tenant may choose to rent out the entire property or a portion of the living space to the subtenant. The original lease signed by the tenant and landlord remains in effect and the tenant continues to be responsible for the property.

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Laws

Original Agreement – The lease between the landlord and tenant remains in full force and effect.[1]

Rent Payments – Payments made by the subtenant are paid to the tenant. The tenant is responsible for paying the landlord.[2]

Right to Sublet – Unless a lease specifically prohibits the act of subletting, the tenant has the right to enter into a sublease with a subtenant.[3]

California Sublease Agreement (Preview)

Sources

  1. California Tenants Guide (pg. 46)
  2. California Tenants Guide (pg. 46)
  3. CIV §§ 1995.210(b), 1995.220