Alabama Lease Agreement Template
Reviewed by the Agiled editorial teamUpdated June 2026
The lease template below works in Alabama once you fill in the state-specific numbers — and those numbers are what this page covers: the deposit cap, how fast the deposit must come back, how much notice the landlord owes before entering, and what it takes to end a month-to-month tenancy. The download is the same attorney-style boilerplate as our standard lease; Alabama law fills in the blanks.
Alabama lease rules at a glance
| Security deposit cap | Capped at 1 month's rent (pet, undamaged-condition, and increased-risk deposits excluded) |
|---|---|
| Deposit return deadline | 60 days after termination |
| Landlord entry notice | 2 days' notice for non-emergency entry |
| Month-to-month termination notice | 30 days' written notice |
| Late fees | No statutory cap; must be in the lease |
State laws change frequently and this summary is not legal advice. Verify current rules against the state statute or with a licensed attorney before relying on them.
How Alabama handles lease agreements
Alabama is one of the stricter Southern states on deposits — a hard one-month cap — while staying silent on late fees, so the lease itself does the work there. In Alabama, the security deposit rule is: capped at 1 month's rent (pet, undamaged-condition, and increased-risk deposits excluded). After move-out, the landlord's deadline to return the deposit is 60 days after termination, and ending a month-to-month tenancy takes 30 days' written notice. Confirm current figures against the state statute before signing — legislatures amend landlord-tenant law frequently.
Alabama lease agreement FAQs
How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Alabama?
Capped at 1 month's rent (pet, undamaged-condition, and increased-risk deposits excluded). Put the exact deposit amount in the lease, along with where it is held, and check the current statute — several states have recently lowered their caps.
How long does a landlord have to return a security deposit in Alabama?
60 days after termination. The return should include an itemized statement for any deductions; missing the statutory deadline can expose the landlord to penalty damages in many states.
How much notice does a landlord need to enter a rental in Alabama?
2 days' notice for non-emergency entry. Even where no statute sets a number, writing a notice period into the lease (24–48 hours is the national norm) protects both sides.
How much notice is required to end a month-to-month tenancy in Alabama?
30 days' written notice. Give notice in writing and keep proof of delivery — the notice period is one of the most commonly litigated lease terms.
The full lease agreement guide
Clause-by-clause guidance, common mistakes, and the complete template text live on the main page: Lease Agreement Template — full guide and download.