LEASES

Managing lease agreements has never been simpler

Q: How do I create a rental lease agreement?

Sign into your Zillow Rental Manager account , select the Leases tab for the property you want to create a rental lease agreement for or enter the property address if creating a lease for a new property. From there, follow the step-by-step instructions to create a brand new lease agreement online. Lease agreement templates are currently only available in select regions .

Q: How do I upload a lease agreement?

To upload a lease, sign into your Zillow Rental Manager account and select the Manage tenants tab under My property . From there, click Get started and then click on Add my existing lease to upload a lease. Then, use dynamic fields to digitally update it with dates, text, check boxes and strike-throughs. Our system will then generate a page where eSignature placeholders can be added, so you can begin requesting signatures from your tenants. Landlords can upload and electronically sign a lease agreement from anywhere in the US.

Upload and edit your current lease agreement, or build and customize a new rental lease — then quickly sign electronically. It’s all a snap with our tools to manage a lease online.

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Everything you need to confidently manage your rental lease

Protect yourself & your property

Zillow’s lease agreement templates are created in partnership with law firms versed in local law.

Your lease, your way

Easily customize the rental lease for your needs, or upload your own.

Electronic lease signing

Send your online lease agreement to renters and skip the in-person meeting.

In-product guidance as you build your lease

Building, updating, signing, storing — we’ll guide you through it all.

Edit and sign a lease anywhere. Access it anytime.

Have an existing lease agreement? Upload, edit and sign with Zillow Rental Manager.

Upload, edit and sign your preferred lease agreement

Upload any rental lease to Rental Manager and use dynamic fields to update key info digitally, then send for signing anytime, anywhere.

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Store for later

Stay organized and enhance your Zillow experience by storing your existing lease agreement right in Rental Manager. When it’s time to collect payments, message tenants or renew, Rental Manager will bring in key info from your rental agreement to help you save time.

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Confidently build a customized rental lease for your property

You’re a landlord, not a lawyer - that’s why our lease agreement templates are created in partnership with law firms versed in local law. Add your customization to create a rental lease that meets your unique needs.

Currently available in Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, West Virginia, and Wyoming.

Protect yourself and your property

Get peace of mind knowing our easy-to-use lease agreement templates are created in partnership with law firms versed in local law.

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Cover your property’s needs

With addenda for pets, parking and much more, it’s easy to tailor your rental lease to your unique property.

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No guesswork, no hassle

Get step-by-step guidance building a lease agreement for your property — then easily recycle it when it’s time to renew or relist.

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Here's what others are saying

"Easy listing and application portal. Additionally, the payment portal is super easy to use and state specific leases are easy to build and execute with renters."

Connor F., IA

"While Zillow kept the steps to rent my property simple, the process and outcome were excellent. I’ve found a renter and the process of building and signing the lease through Zillow were great! Thank-you!"

Veronica P., WI

"I personally have 20 rentals and I have every unit on Zillow Rental Manager. It’s not the only platform I choose to use but I do like it and generate all my leases using it."

Joe W. FL

"Zillow simplifies the whole rental process from listing to leasing to applications and payments."

Jeff C., OK

"With Zillow Rental Manager it was easy to accept messages from potential tenants, easy to accept and screen applications (including credit/background checks), and even create a lease! Everything was nicely integrated into one interface, making it simple and centralized."

Greg C., TX

Frequently asked questions

How do I create a rental lease agreement?: Sign into your Zillow Rental Manager account, select the Leases tab for the property you want to create a rental lease agreement for or enter the property address if creating a lease for a new property. From there, follow the step-by-step instructions to create a brand new lease agreement online. Lease agreement templates are currently only available in select regions.
How do I upload a lease agreement?: To upload a lease, sign into your Zillow Rental Manager account and select the Manage tenants tab under My property. From there, click Get started and then click on Add my existing lease to upload a lease. Then, use dynamic fields to digitally update it with dates, text, check boxes and strike-throughs.

Our system will then generate a page where eSignature placeholders can be added, so you can begin requesting signatures from your tenants. Landlords can upload and electronically sign a lease agreement from anywhere in the US.
What makes a lease agreement legally binding?: By signing a lease, you and your tenant are agreeing to follow the terms and conditions outlined in the rental agreement. While our leases are signed electronically, rather than in person, eSignatures still create a legally binding and valid rental lease agreement.
How much does it cost to create and sign a rental lease agreement online?: You can upload an existing rental lease or create a lease using our customizable rental lease agreement templates for free. There is no additional charge to send and sign a lease agreement online.
How do I share and sign a lease agreement online?: After you upload or create a rental lease, you will be asked who the lease should be sent to and where in the document they should sign. A link to the rental lease is emailed to the renter(s), requesting their electronic signature(s). After all tenants have signed the rental lease, it is sent back to you to countersign. Rental Manager will notify you by email when the rental agreement is ready for you to sign.