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    Short-Term Room Rental Agreement (Monthly)

    Streamlined rental agreement for monthly room rentals, serviced apartments, and short-stay accommodation.

    Updated:
    Legal Basis: Civil and Commercial Code Sections 537-571; Unfair Contract Terms Act B.E. 2540 (1997)Est. Cost: THB 0–5,000 (many landlords provide their own; lawyer review recommended)

    When to Use

    For month-to-month room rentals, studio apartments, and serviced apartments. Simpler than a full lease agreement.

    Key Clauses

    Rental Period & Renewal

    essential

    Monthly rental with automatic renewal. Either party can terminate with 30 days written notice.

    Monthly Rent & Due Date

    essential

    Amount, payment method, and due date. Late payment penalty terms.

    Deposit (Maximum 1 Month)

    essential

    Security deposit capped at 1 month rent for monthly leases (Unfair Contract Terms Act). Return within 7 days of check-out.

    Utilities & Services

    essential

    Which utilities are included. Specify electricity rate (government vs building rate).

    House Rules

    recommended

    Quiet hours, guest policy, pet policy, smoking restrictions.

    TM.30 Obligation

    essential

    Landlord agrees to file TM.30 notification within 24 hours of tenant arrival.

    Warnings

    Deposits exceeding 1 month for monthly rentals violate the Unfair Contract Terms Act.

    Landlords cannot cut utilities or change locks to force eviction.

    Always photograph the room condition on move-in day.

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