A California Residential Lease Rental Agreement is a legally binding contract between a landlord and tenant that outlines the terms and conditions of renting residential property within the state of California. This agreement typically covers the duration of the tenancy, rent amount, security deposit, landlord/tenant responsibilities, and other relevant information. There are several types of California Residential Lease Rental Agreements, including Month-to-Month Leases, Fixed-Term Leases, and Subleases. Month-to-Month Leases are agreements that renew every month until either the landlord or tenant gives the other written notice of termination. Fixed-Term Leases are agreements that are set for a specified period of time, usually six months or one year. Subleases are agreements in which the tenant is allowing someone else to rent the property for a period of time. All California Residential Lease Rental Agreements must be in writing and must comply with California state laws.