Residential Lease Application
Plain-English form education, related documents, and how the pieces connect.
What this form is for
Designed to be used prior to entering into a lease agreement. Provides information to Landlord about prospective tenant and authorizes landlord to verify the information and obtain a credit report. Landlord or landlord agents may use TXR 1929 (Authorization to Obtain Consumer Report) if additional or separate authorization is necessary.
Key sections and how to complete the form
Use the form in order. The sections below explain the main decisions, blanks, disclosures, or deadlines the form is designed to address. Complete the actual form from the transaction facts and the instructions printed on the current version.
Parties and property
Identify the landlord/tenant or other parties and the exact property or space covered by the lease or addendum.
Term and money
Complete the applicable dates, rent, deposits, fees, or other monetary obligations stated in the form.
Rights, restrictions, and responsibilities
Review the sections allocating use, maintenance, access, default, insurance, or other responsibilities.
Notices and signatures
Complete notice information and obtain required signatures/dates. Keep the executed form with the underlying lease.
Related forms and resources
These documents may connect to this form depending on the property, financing, occupancy, disclosure requirements, or other facts of the transaction. Open the related resource to see what it does and how it is completed.
This is an educational guide. Access the current TXR form through your authorized Texas REALTORS® forms provider or brokerage forms system.
Need further assistance?
For transaction-specific questions, contact your broker or Broker Rochelle Fitzgerald at Fitz & Co. Real Estate.
For educational purposes only. Agents should verify current forms and consult with their broker when needed.