Free House Rental Agreement for Sweden

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Create a complete rental agreement for a house or villa with terms for rent, utilities, insurance, special provisions, and notice periods under Lag (2012:978) om uthyrning av egen bostad.

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What this template does

A house rental agreement regulates the terms between the person renting out a privately owned house and the tenant. It sets out the rent, rental term, maintenance responsibilities, additional charges, insurance, and more — so both parties know exactly what applies.

The agreement is designed for rentals governed by the Swedish Act on Renting Out One's Own Home (Lag 2012:978), which gives the landlord simpler notice rules than ordinary tenancy legislation. Without a written agreement, it can be difficult to prove the terms in a dispute.

When do you need this agreement?

You need this if…

  • You are renting out your house
  • You want written terms for rent, rental period, and notice
  • You are renting out the house furnished and want an inventory list
  • You need to clarify who pays for electricity, heating, and water
  • You want to ensure that the tenant has home insurance

You probably don't need this if…

  • You are renting out a separate room in your home — in that case a lodger agreement is more suitable
  • You are a company renting out property for commercial purposes
  • You are subletting a tenant-owned apartment or rental apartment

What the agreement includes

The agreement covers the following areas.

Parties and property

  • Full details of the landlord and tenant
  • Property designation and address
  • Description of ancillary spaces such as storage, garage, and plot

Rent and operating costs

  • Monthly rent and any additional charges
  • Responsibility for electricity, water, heating, and refuse collection
  • Deposit and terms for repayment

Term and notice

  • Start of the rental term and any end date
  • Notice periods under the Swedish Act on Renting Out One's Own Home (2012:978)
  • Terms for extension

Maintenance and care

  • The tenant's responsibility for day-to-day care of the house and garden
  • Inventory list when the property is let furnished
  • Requirement for home insurance

Important considerations

  1. When renting out your own home, the Swedish Act (2012:978) applies. It gives the landlord a three-month notice period, while the tenant has one month.
  2. The rent must be reasonable based on your costs and the condition of the property. Excessive rent can be reviewed by the Rent Tribunal.
  3. Clarify who is responsible for garden maintenance and snow removal to avoid disagreements during the rental term.
  4. Document the condition of the house at move-in with both a checklist and photographs to make any later damage issues easier to handle.

Legal validity

This agreement is legally binding when it has been signed by both parties. It may also be signed digitally for faster handling.

The mandatory rules in the Swedish Act on Renting Out One's Own Home (2012:978) apply for the tenant's benefit, meaning that terms less favourable to the tenant than the law allows are invalid.

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Common scenarios

Living abroad

You are moving abroad for a longer period and want to rent out your house. The agreement helps ensure the property is looked after and that the rent covers your costs.

Summer house rental

You are renting out your house during the summer months. With a fixed rental term, you avoid a notice process — the agreement ends automatically.

Trial cohabitation

You want to try living with your partner and rent out your own house in the meantime so that you retain flexibility.

Temporary move to another location

You are temporarily living elsewhere. The rental agreement helps ensure that the house is taken care of and that you have rental income during that period.

Frequently asked questions

Which law applies when renting out a house?

The Swedish Act on Renting Out One's Own Home (Lag 2012:978) applies if you rent out your privately owned home. It provides simpler notice rules than ordinary tenancy law.

How long is the notice period?

The landlord has three months' notice. The tenant has one month's notice. These periods cannot be shortened to the tenant's disadvantage.

May I charge any rent I want?

No. The rent must be reasonable. If the tenant considers it unreasonably high, it can be reviewed by the Rent Tribunal.

Must the tenant have home insurance?

It is not a statutory requirement, but this agreement requires it. Home insurance protects the tenant's belongings and covers liability damage.

Can I rent out the house furnished?

Yes. Prepare a separate inventory list at move-in and have both parties sign it. This helps in the event of disputes about damage or missing items.

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