Texas Landlord & Tenant Rights and Responsibilities

Understanding landlord and tenant responsibilities is key to a successful lease transaction. While real estate agents are not licensed to provide legal advice, we want to equip our clients and agents with reliable, accessible information.

Understanding landlord and tenant responsibilities is essential for a smooth lease transaction. While real estate agents are not licensed to provide legal advice, we want to equip our clients and agents with reliable, accessible information. This page includes two valuable resources: the full Texas Property Code Chapter 92, which outlines residential lease rights and obligations, and the Residential Property Management Resource. If you need professional management services or legal guidance beyond the transaction, we’re happy to refer you to Lucas Chaya del Pino, a trusted property manager and REALTOR® with CHL Property Management. You can reach Lucas at lucas@chl.rentals or visit www.chl.rentals for more information. 

Property Management Resource

This guide provides a practical overview of leasing and property management, including tenant screening, maintenance, deposits, and lease termination. It's a helpful tool for landlords and investors who want clarity on how to manage residential properties effectively and lawfully in Texas.

Texas Property Code

Chapter 92 of the Texas Property Code outlines the legal rights and duties of landlords and tenants. From repair obligations to lockouts and lease terminations, this is the definitive source for understanding residential rental law in Texas.

Whether you're preparing to lease your first property or you're a seasoned investor managing multiple homes, understanding Texas landlord-tenant law is essential. From legal lease requirements to property maintenance obligations and tenant protections, both the Texas Property Code Chapter 92 and the Residential Property Management Resource provide the critical foundation you need to stay compliant and informed. At Team Price Real Estate, we help clients and agents navigate leasing in Austin and throughout Texas with clarity and professionalism. Bookmark this page as your go-to reference for Texas rental law, and if you need hands-on property management, reach out to Lucas Chaya del Pino at CHL Property Management for trusted local support. Staying informed isn’t just good practice—it’s good business.

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