Georgia • Updated 2025
Georgia Lease Agreement Template
Free, state-specific lease agreement template fully compliant with Georgia law. Download instantly in PDF or Word format — no email required.
Lease Agreements in Georgia
Georgia landlord-tenant law is governed by the Georgia Landlord-Tenant Handbook and O.C.G.A. Title 44, Chapter 7. Georgia is considered one of the more landlord-friendly states in the country, with minimal restrictions on security deposits, no rent control, and a relatively fast eviction process.
Georgia has no statutory cap on security deposits, though deposits must be handled in a specific way — held in an escrow account or secured with a surety bond. Deposits must be returned within 30 days (or one month, whichever is less).
Georgia does not impose an implied warranty of habitability by statute, though courts have recognized habitability as a condition of tenancy. Landlords must generally maintain the property in a condition consistent with the lease terms.
Georgia Lease Agreement Key Facts
Security Deposit Limit
No statutory limit
Deposit Return Deadline
30 days (or 1 month, whichever is less)
Notice to Terminate Month-to-Month
60 days (landlord); 30 days (tenant)
Rent Control
None — prohibited by state law
Eviction Notice (Non-Payment)
Demand for possession (no specific day requirement)
Landlord Entry Notice
No statutory requirement
Governing Law
O.C.G.A. § 44-7
Georgia Legal Requirements
- ✓Security deposits must be held in an escrow account or secured with a surety bond.
- ✓Landlords must provide a written list of existing damages within 3 days of move-in (if a deposit is collected).
- ✓Lead paint disclosure required for pre-1978 properties.
- ✓Landlords must return the deposit within 30 days with an itemized deduction statement.
- ✓Georgia law requires landlords to disclose the identity of the property owner or authorized agent.
Georgia Governing Laws
O.C.G.A. § 44-7-30 to 44-7-37
Security Deposits
Requires security deposits to be held in an escrow account or secured by a surety bond. Landlords must inspect the premises and provide tenants with a written statement of damages within 3 business days of move-in. Deposits must be returned within 30 days with itemized deductions.
O.C.G.A. § 44-7-50 to 44-7-59
Dispossessory Proceedings (Evictions)
Governs the eviction process in Georgia. After a demand for possession, if the tenant fails to vacate, the landlord may file a dispossessory affidavit in Magistrate Court. Georgia has one of the fastest eviction processes in the US.
Georgia Lease Agreement — FAQ
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Legal Disclaimer
This template is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws may have changed — consult a licensed Georgia attorney for complex situations.