Updated November 19, 2025

Roommate Agreement PDF — Free Template (Private, No Upload)

A roommate agreement is a simple contract between people who share a home. It is not a formal lease, but it keeps everyone aligned on rent splits, shared expenses, guests, and cleaning. CourtPDF'sRoommate Agreement generator runs entirely in your browser, so no one has to upload private information to get a professional PDF.

Roommate agreement vs. lease

Your lease is the binding contract between tenants and the landlord. A roommate agreement is an internal pact between the people living together. It doesn't replace the lease or supersede landlord-tenant law. Instead, it fills in the day-to-day expectations: who transfers rent, how utilities are divided, when quiet hours begin, and what happens if someone causes damage.

When to use a roommate agreement

• Moving into a place together without a joint lease.
• When one tenant is subletting a room to another adult.
• Households with different work schedules that need written rules about noise or visitors.
• Situations where rent isn't split evenly and roommates want written proof of the breakdown.

Key sections to cover

A useful agreement includes enough detail to avoid arguments later. CourtPDF's template includes:

• Parties & property — everyone's names plus the address.
• Term — fixed dates or month-to-month language.
• Rent & payments — the total monthly rent and each roommate's share.
• Utilities & expenses — notes on internet, power, water, and other bills.
• House rules — quiet hours, guests, cleaning rotations, or pet care.
• Shared spaces — kitchen, bathroom, parking, and storage expectations.
• Damages — who reports issues to the landlord and who pays for accidental damage.
• Governing law & signatures — a state reference plus printed names and signature lines.

How to generate the PDF on CourtPDF

1. Visit the Roommate Agreement PDF tool.
2. Add the property address, start date, and whether it's fixed-term or month-to-month.
3. List each roommate and use the auto-split button or custom amounts to break up rent.
4. Describe how utilities, house rules, and shared spaces will work.
5. Enter a damages plan, governing law, and a signature date. Click “Download PDF.”

The PDF downloads instantly with all sections laid out and a footer reminding everyone it's not legal advice.

FAQs

What if someone moves out early?

The agreement should say how much notice is required and whether the remaining roommates must approve any replacement. If a roommate leaves, document the change in writing and update the agreement for the new lineup.

Can a roommate agreement help in small claims court?

It's not the same as a lease, but it can show the court what everyone agreed to. Pair it with proof of payments and text messages when asking a judge to split unpaid rent or utility bills.

Does everyone need to sign?

Yes. Each roommate should sign and keep a copy. CourtPDF's template includes a signature block for every name you add in the tool.